Community Correspondent

Major Michelle Hill sits outside in uniform discussing her goal of becoming Colonel with Flintside community correspondent Eartha Logan.

A Kid From Northside Flint To Major Michelle D. Hill

Major Michelle Hill sat down with Flintside to share her life story of a woman determined to be the best that she can be, her family and career life, and how she remains the centerpiece of her puzzle.

Principal Shalonda Byas poses for a portrait on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022 at Brownell STEM Academy.
Principal Shalonda Byas is on a mission to change the education narrative in Flint

Principal Shalonda Byas talks about the impact of Brownell STEM Academy, why it's the only elementary school of its kind on Flint's northwest side, and the struggles of public education.

Samantha Garcia said she was relieved when an unsafe house next door was finally demolished this summer.
Elimination of blighted properties improves neighborhoods, but also the health of residents

For years, a Flint family dealt with a blighted house next door to their home. Its removal this summer was a relief.

An exterior shot of Brown & Sons Auto Parts, located between Chavez and Franklin on  Davison Road.
Taking care of people and the community has been part of Brown & Sons Auto Parts for generations

For generations, Brown & Sons Auto Parts have taken a proactive approach to keeping their region of Flint vibrant.

Nick’s Garage recently moved to a new location in the Eastside Franklin Park neighborhood, located at 915 S. Franklin Avenue.
New auto repair business in Eastside Franklin Park is all about family

Nick and Marie Dias have found a home for their auto repair business on Flint's eastside.

Vendors and entertainers from several organizations participated in the event.
Sarvis Park event celebrates community and helps residents build new relationships

"My vision is to continue to spread love and compassion throughout all areas of the city."

Flint native Sherri Miller balances a full-time career, being a mom, and her baking business in order to create a legacy for her family.
Flint baker has long history of satisfying the community’s sweet tooth

After years of watching the show Cupcakes Wars, Sherri Miller decided that owning her own baking business was her destiny. 

Community activists, faith leaders, and residents called for collaboration to help slow violent crime in Flint on May 1.
Activists, faith leaders, law enforcement, and residents calling for collaboration to slow violence

"Violence in the community affects me hard because my generation is either a suspect or victim of violence."

Incarcerated citizens in Genesee County began receiving the COVID-19 vaccine this week.
Genesee County begins providing COVID-19 vaccines to incarcerated citizens

Genesee County began administering the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to incarcerated citizens this week.

The YWCA of Greater Flint is located at 411 E. Third Street downtown Flint.
“I was motivated by a desire to address my problem before it swallowed me whole”

Qiana Towns, board member for the YWCA Greater Flint, discusses her passion for the organization. 

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