As a part of Flintside's 'On the Ground' series, photo-journalist Bryce Mata visited the neighborhoods of Sarvis Park and Eastside Franklin Park and captured photos of how the communities look today.
Co-owner Ron Housley of Maude's Alabama BBQ discusses the beauty of resilience, the power of family, and providing Southern hospitality on the east side of Flint.
Flintside's emeritus editor, Patrick Hayes, reflects on his tenure at the publication, his 'On the Ground' work in the neighborhoods of Brownell-Holmes and Eastside Franklin Park, and the significance of being a good neighbor.
The Latinx Technology & Community Center has been vital to the community for over two decades, offering various services and programs, and aiming to make Flint and Genesee County a better home for everyone.
For this year's 'On the Ground' series, Flintside plans to revisit and re-engage five north Flint neighborhoods we've previously covered, including Civic Park, Brownell-Holmes, Eastside Franklin Park, Sarvis Park, and Ballenger Hwy.
“I feel this is home. This is my place. My street is still good and our little section in the neighborhood is still good.”
For years, a Flint family dealt with a blighted house next door to their home. Its removal this summer was a relief.
Nick and Marie Dias have found a home for their auto repair business on Flint's eastside.
"We are created for community. It is the essence of life."
"We are a Ma and Pa company that could easily be a household name."
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