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Resident Priscilla Wheeler speaks during an event commemorating the anniversary of the Flint water crisis on April 25.

Residents gather, renew calls for justice on 7-year anniversary of Flint water crisis

Flint residents and activists gathered on April 25 to honor residents who continue to be impacted by the Flint water crisis.

Back to the Bricks organization offers yearly scholarships to Flint and Genesee County students.
May 7 deadline approaching for Back to the Bricks scholarship applications

The Back to the Bricks organization has provided more than $40,000 in scholarships to Genesee County students pursuing post-secondary studies in automotive-related fields.

Chanelle Hodo, 26, a resident of Shelter of Flint, beads her daughter's hair.
Flint shelters working together to meet the needs of homeless residents during pandemic

Carriage Town Ministries, Shelter of Flint, and My Brother's Keeper have found ways to work together to serve homeless people throughout the pandemic.

The Flint Repertory Theatre announced a creative outdoor series this summer.
‘Flint Rep Outside!’ reimagines theatre programming in Flint this summer

Flint Repertory Theatre is getting creative -- and partnering with Flint Public Art Project -- to bring theatre to Flint neighborhoods this summer.

Mott Community College announced a new training partnership with Consumers Energy.
Mott Community College, Consumers Energy partner for lineworker pre-apprenticeship program

Mott Community College and Consumers Energy are partnering for a new program to train potential lineworkers.

Miryea Fajardo of Flint receives her Moderna Vaccine at Northwestern High School's vaccine clinic.
COVID-19 vaccine information and resources available for Flint’s Spanish-speaking population

Leaders in Flint's Latinx community are working to spread information about the COVID-19 vaccine for residents who speak Spanish.

Kevin Mays (left, grey hat) talks with players trying out for Flint United during a training camp in January 2021.
“It means everything:” Pro basketball returns to Flint this weekend

Tickets are available online for games Friday and Saturday at Dort Financial Event Center.

Heart of Worship Dance Studio is one of several youth and afterschool programs the YMCA of Greater Flint has offered in the past.
Mott Foundation grant to YMCA of Greater Flint helps organization continue to provide vital services

The YMCA of Greater Flint was particularly hard-hit by public health orders during the pandemic. A Mott Foundation grant is helping them continue to provide vital services.

With various local guests ranging from creative and music artists, fashion designers, and members of the LGBTQ+ community, Jeff Skigh, Figga Da Kidd, and JT Money have created one of Flint’s most unique podcasts.
Talking growth, diversity, and global aspirations with Flint’s Laid Back A– Podcast

Created early last year, the LBA Podcast has flourished in a COVID-19 world and expanded its host lineup to include rap artist Cameron Tyler and comedian Chessstix.

“If I didn’t wake up every day and fight for women and children, the disenfranchised, the elderly, what am I doing? What am I contributing?”
Flint activist Jo Ikigai creates her own truth through activism and creative pursuits

"I consider myself a defender and protector of women and children."

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