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Ren Lowe is a Flint native who teamed up with her daughter for a children's book series.

Mother-daughter writing duo from Flint brings inclusion to children’s books

Ren Lowe and her daughter Kameryn got creative during the pandemic, and it has resulted in them both becoming published authors.

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.

The city of Flint is expected to receive $99 million in federal funding through the American Rescue Plan Act, and resident input is being sought on how to spend it.
City of Flint seeking input from residents on $99 million in federal funding

Residents can fill out a survey or submit comments to the city on how to prioritize $99 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding that is expected to be allocated to the city of Flint.

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.

Kettering University has been selected to participate in an international autonomous vehicle competition for the second time.
Kettering University one of 10 universities in the world selected for autonomous vehicle competition

Kettering University was among 10 universities internationally selected to participate in a student autonomous vehicle competition.

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.

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