“There was a village in our community, and so we’re recreating that village.” Inside the Civic Park neighborhood, the Urban Renaissance Center serves not only as a place of worship but also as a community center, intending to spread the Ubuntu philosophy.
As a part of Flintside's 'On the Ground' series, photo-journalist Anthony Summers visited the historic neighborhood of Civic Park and captured stunning, stoic photos of how the community looks today.
The new documentary 'St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood' will premiere at the Flint Institute of Arts on Thursday, August 22, 2024. The film explores the history of the once-thriving Black neighborhood in Flint.
Quality child care is necessary, but not always available or affordable. The MiLEAP Caring for MI Future: Facilities Improvement Fund has launched a $59 million fund to provide new and expanding home-based and center-based facilities across the state.
Tom Wyatt of the Neighborhood Engagement Hub discusses his role as Executive Director, his challenges, and how the nonprofit adds to the beautification process of Flint neighborhoods and communities.
Flint native So'Phelia Morrow takes a walk down memory lane and learns the true meaning of home during a recent heat wave in her hometown.
Michigan communities are repurposing spaces to bring services, create meeting places, and meet the many needs of neighborhood residents.
The Peacekeepers of Flint aim to mediate conflict before it turns into violence. The collective of fearless men and women is dedicated to bringing more peace to Flint by helping residents 'squash the beef before the grief.'
As part of the Region I Regional Housing Partnership, the Capital Area Housing Partnership, and the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission are tasked with developing local action plans to address the housing crisis.
The neighborhood of Sarvis Park kicked off Juneteenth with a fun celebration on Saturday, June 8th. The event featured food, bounce houses, vendors, live performances, and more.
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