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Feature Story Wearing a prominent "Queer" shirt, Mason Gallo is all smiles inside Queens' Provisions in downtown Flint on May 4, 2024. Diversity

Giving back to Flint's LGBTQ+ community with Mason Gallo

Xzavier SimonWednesday, May 15, 2024
Feature Story Approximately 80,000 children 8 and under live in Detroit. More than 60% of those 5 and under live in poverty. Kids and Education

Hope Starts Here puts Detroit's young children first

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERTuesday, May 14, 2024
Feature Story ignite Community Development

I.G.N.I.T.E. program encourages Genesee County inmates to heal through storytelling

Jerimiah Whitehead Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Feature Story Pictured from left to right on April 22, 2024: Feimstro, Figga Da Kid, Tay Boogie, and Jeff Skigh feel no pressure or fear, only the expectation that Flint Under the Stars will be a marquee show for the city. Arts and Culture

In conversation with the artists of FIM's 'Flint Under the Stars: Friends of the Flintdustry' show

Xzavier SimonTuesday, April 30, 2024
Feature Story Alexis Neal, founder of Vibin Through My Trauma LLC, is utilizing her platform to uplift and empower women through their mental health journey. Entrepreneurship

Empowering and uplifting women with Vibin Through My Trauma LLC founder, Alexis Neal

Xzavier SimonTuesday, April 30, 2024
Feature Story Buckham Gallery's Executive Director, Michele Leclaire, is all smiles inside the gallery on April 18, 2024. Arts and Culture

Celebrating Buckham Gallery's 40th anniversary with Executive Director, Michele Leclaire

Xzavier SimonMonday, April 29, 2024
Feature Story Keesa Johnson is a food systems design specialist at Michigan State University's Center for Regional Food Systems. Healthy Communities

Special funds are a step toward leveling the playing field for Black farmers

KYM REINSTADLERFriday, April 26, 2024
In The News Featuring Flint's own Amber Hasan, the Earthwork Music Collective ensemble tour is making a stop at the Flint Local 432 on Thursday, May 2, 2024. Arts and Culture

Earthwork Music Collective brings ensemble tour to Flint Local 432

Sarah SpohnFriday, April 26, 2024
Feature Story Otis Baker, Corktown Health client services specialist. Equity

CDFI funding helps Corktown Health expand services for Detroit area's LGBTQ residents

Sarah SpohnTuesday, April 23, 2024
In The News The Genesee Early College Robotics Team 'TESLA' placed 85th with 153 ranking points at the FIRST® in Michigan State Championship this month. Technology and Innovation

Genesee Early College Robotics Team 'TESLA' places 85th at State Competition

Brianna NargisoTuesday, April 23, 2024
In The News On May 4, 2024, Dreamz Two Reality will host its first All-American basketball game showcasing Michigan’s top 20 high school basketball players before they head off to college. Arts and Culture

Dreamz Two Reality to host its first All-American basketball game in Detroit

Brianna NargisoMonday, April 22, 2024
Feature Story Danielle Atkinson. Kids and Education

Mothering Justice "Mamas' Agenda" addresses childcare and early childhood education

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKER Thursday, April 18, 2024
In The News Saint Mark Community Outreach Center will host a special 'Poetry Workshop' led by local author Terralisa McBride on Saturday, April 27 from noon to 2:00 p.m. Arts and Culture

Saint Mark Community Outreach Center to host 'Poetry Workshop' led by Terralisa McBride

Tia ScottWednesday, April 17, 2024
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