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Feature Story College student and former migrant worker Dilayla Martinez with Migrant Legal Aid attorney Molly Spaak. Healthy Communities

Michigan's migrant farm workers face many health challenges, but help is available

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, August 17, 2023
Feature Story Cloudy skies didn't stop Flint from attending The Antidote Fest 2 on July 29, 2023. (Anthony Summers | Flintside) Arts and Culture

The sustainability of Flint's golden age of music

Xzavier SimonWednesday, August 16, 2023
In The News Three teenagers are hanging out at Eldorado Vista Park, which sits in the heart of the Ballenger Hwy Neighborhood, on August 13, 2023. Neighborhoods

Flintside brings "On The Ground" series to the Ballenger Hwy Neighborhood

Xzavier SimonWednesday, August 16, 2023
Feature Story Genesee Intermediate School District recently received state grant funding and announced two staff advancement programs to assist with developing educators from within local districts.  Kids and Education

GISD receives grant funding, offers staff advancement programs for local educators

Jarielle Tasha NettlesTuesday, August 15, 2023
Feature Story Children at Baxter Community Center in Grand Rapids. Healthy Communities

Consultants empower child care providers to meet mental health needs of the youngest Michiganders

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, August 10, 2023
Feature Story Community Action House's Food Club and Opportunity Hub. Healthy Communities

Michigan's nonprofit food clubs offer healthy foods at low costs to combat food insecurity

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERFriday, August 4, 2023
In The News The ribbon-cutting and grand opening ceremony for the new Fire Training Center at Genesee Career Institute happens on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, at 2:30 p.m. Community Development

New Fire Training Center unveiled at Genesee Career Institute

Sarah SpohnTuesday, August 1, 2023
Feature Story A group of community health workers were trained as part of the Macomb County Regional Health Equity Advisory Council's work. Healthy Communities

Michigan's regional health equity councils pursue long-term efforts to eliminate health disparities

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERFriday, July 28, 2023
Feature Story The Flint Fresh Food Hub and Mobile Market encourage healthy eating by making local farm fresh produce more accessible to Flint residents. Healthy Communities

Flint Fresh Food Hub connects residents to farmers and fresh, locally-grown produce

Jarielle Tasha NettlesMonday, July 24, 2023
Feature Story Citizen action team members in the Citizenship for Health program discuss their mission and vision for community issues they want to take action on. Healthy Communities

Detroit program engages community members to democratically develop solutions to health disparities

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, July 20, 2023
Feature Story Dr. Hank Paulson is a neurologist at University of Michigan Health and director of the Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center. Healthy Communities

PODCAST: Inside the rapidly expanding field of dementia research

PATRICK DUNNWednesday, July 19, 2023
Feature Story SOCIAL Program volunteers Keen Parra and Brooklynn Wilton with their client, Tammirah, at center. Healthy Communities

Student volunteers relieve caregivers and build intergenerational friendships through new program

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERFriday, July 14, 2023
Feature Story Since being diagnosed with dementia, Monica Downer (center, being interviewed) has become an activist for awareness of her disease. Healthy Communities

PODCAST: Dementia disparities in communities of color

PATRICK DUNNWednesday, July 5, 2023
In The News From July 12-14, the ladies of the Cars 108 Wake-Up Show will participate in the Eighth Annual Cars 108 Roof Sit to help raise money for Whaley Children’s Center. The 3-day fundraiser will take place on the downtown Grand Blanc McDonald's roof. Community Development

Cars 108's annual 'Roof Sit' aims to raise awareness and funds for Whaley Children’s Center

Flintside News BriefsWednesday, July 5, 2023
In The News Hamilton Community Health Network encourages Flint and Genesee County residents to get regular check-ups and learn more about how they can prioritize their eye health.  Healthy Communities

Local eye specialist gives insight on the importance of eye health

Brianna NargisoSaturday, July 1, 2023
Feature Story Students run a farm stand as part of Partridge Creek Farm's farm to school program in Ishpeming. Healthy Communities

Michigan programs empower kids to be community health leaders

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKER Thursday, June 29, 2023
Feature Story Cyndy Hund, pictured here with her husband Mike, quit her job due to her dementia symptoms – but it still took her another four years to get a diagnosis. Healthy Communities

PODCAST: No more "diagnose and adios": Rethinking dementia diagnosis

PATRICK DUNNWednesday, June 28, 2023
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“No-wrong-door” policy welcomes immigrants at Genesee Health System

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERTuesday, June 27, 2023
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