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FIA launches Art Spark! workshop for Flint residents living with Alzheimer’s Disease

Brianna NargisoWednesday, February 7, 2024
Feature Story About one out of five children have a mental, emotional or behavioral health disorder, and only about 20 percent of those children receive care. Kids and Education

How Michigan counties are stepping up to meet youth mental health needs

JOANNE BAILEY-BOORSMATuesday, February 6, 2024
In The News Flint native Amina Smith shares her experience participating in Flintside's journalism fellowship as a community correspondent in the Ballenger Highway neighborhood. Neighborhoods

Community correspondent Amina Smith shares her experience in Flintside's journalism fellowship

Amina SmithWednesday, January 31, 2024
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Por qué los preescolares con autismo se benefician de la educación temprana

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERTuesday, January 30, 2024
Feature Story Dwayne Harrington Sr., a 2023 recipient of the Award of Excellence, owns Dwayne’s Barbershop in Flint. He is a long-time philanthropist who mentors and inspires youth and provides free grooming to those in need. Diversity

Genesee District Library celebrates local leaders at 23rd Annual Black History Month Brunch

Brianna NargisoTuesday, January 23, 2024
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Why preschoolers living with autism benefit from early education

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERTuesday, January 23, 2024
Feature Story Most of Michigan’s counties having childcare deserts, areas that have three or more families competing for one available childcare slot. Kids and Education

Regional organizations help determine the childcare landscape within their own communities

JOANNE BAILEY-BOORSMAWednesday, January 17, 2024
Feature Story Kim Hargis, LPN works on a mandala mural at Summit Pointe. Self-expression through mandalas fosters self-reflection, focused attention, and emotional well-being. Healthy Communities

To build a mental wellness plan, take it one step at a time

JOANNE BAILEY-BOORSMATuesday, January 9, 2024
In The News Founded by Flint native Jordan Johnson, the nonprofit organization, CRAVE Academy, seeks to bridge a gap in resources for families and individuals living with disabilities. Kids and Education

New organization CRAVE Academy offers programs that motivate students with disabilities

Dezha PetersonTuesday, January 9, 2024
Feature Story Flint residents Billie Dantzler, Jerimiah Whitehead, and Michell Thompson participated in Flintside’s Community Correspondent Journalism Workshop as a part of our 'On the Ground' story series. Neighborhoods

Meet Flintside's Ballenger Highway Community Correspondents

Xzavier SimonThursday, December 28, 2023
Feature Story Representatives from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, IFF, KConnect, First Steps Kent, and Grand Rapids Public Schools were among those sharing at the event. Kids and Education

Report highlights need for more and more equitable early childhood care and education

ASHLEY KINGTuesday, December 19, 2023
In The News Dr. Lawrence Reynolds shares his story of surviving through perseverance and triumph on Dec. 8, 2023. Healthy Communities

Community elders and Southwestern students share their stories for "Stories of Survivors" event

Xzavier SimonWednesday, December 13, 2023
Feature Story More local youth have an expanded opportunity for educational resources and mentorship thanks to the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation. Higher Education

MCC receives grant from Mott Foundation for mentoring program pilot

Sarah SpohnWednesday, December 13, 2023
Feature Story Booksweet Blend coffee. Entrepreneurship

Ann Arbor bookstore collaborates with Flint coffee roaster on special coffee blend

RYLEE BARNSDALEWednesday, December 13, 2023
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