On The Ground

On the Ground

Flint-Genesee Job Corps, which serves as a beacon of hope for Flint students, is being threatened with closure by the Trump Administration.

“An oasis in the ruins”: Flint-Genesee Job Corps students brace themselves during uncertain times

The potential closure of Flint’s Job Corps has left students and community members reeling and unsure of what comes next. As legal battles unfold in federal court, Flint’s youth face a ticking clock and an uncertain future.

Flint artist and now community organizer G-S tha DreaM stands with his arms wide open during his closing performance at a Juneteenth festival on June 8, 2025.
G-S tha DreaM leads Civic Park’s Juneteenth with music and a mission to give

Led by local artist G-S tha DreaM, Civic Park’s Urban Renaissance Center hosted a Juneteenth event that blended high-energy performances with a mission to uplift and give back.

Neighborhood kids enjoy an evening game of basketball.
Real Stories, Real People: Flintside relaunches its ‘On the Ground’ series

Flintside relaunches its "On the Ground" series for a two-year run, dedicated to uplifting Flint’s neighborhoods and voices. The initiative will highlight local leaders, youth, small businesses, and grassroots efforts driving change.

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.
In Pictures: Sarvis Park & Eastside Franklin Park 2024

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.

Pictured with staff members, co-owner Ron Housley of Maude's Alabama BBQ (far right) discusses the beauty of resilience, the power of family, and providing Southern hospitality on the east side of Flint. 
Talking resilience, family, and Southern hospitality with Ron Housley of Maude’s Alabama BBQ

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. 

Flint native Jeanette Edwards stands in the middle and smiles with fellow Brownell-Holmes community members on Sept. 12, 2024.
The Brownell-Holmes Neighborhood Association breathes new life into the community

Flint native Jeanette Edwards and the Brownell-Holmes Neighborhood Association are on a mission to revitalize the neighborhood and engage the community.

A group of young men pass the time playing basketball in the Brownell-Holmes area, pictured on Sept. 15, 2024.
In Pictures: Brownell-Holmes Neighborhood 2024

As a part of Flintside's 'On the Ground' series, photo-journalist Anthony Summers visited the neighborhood of Brownell-Holmes and captured photos of how the community looks today.

Art teacher and founder of Artxtension: Education-Equity-Empowerment, Jordan Barnett, poses confidently outside Mott Middle College on September 10, 2024.
Creativity in Motion: An insight into Jordan Barnett’s artistic journey

Flint art teacher and founder of Artxtension: Education-Equity-Empowerment, Jordan Barnett, discusses his 

Flintside's emeritus editor, Patrick Hayes, reflects on his tenure at the publication.
Being a good neighbor with Flintside’s emeritus editor, Patrick Hayes

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.

Co-founder of St. Luke N.E.W. Life Center, Sister Carol Weber, is all smiles on August 16, 2024.
Bringing positive change to Flint residents with St. Luke N.E.W. Life Center

Sister Carol Weber shares her personal journey that led her to St. Luke N.E.W. Life Center and what the center is doing to make a positive impact on the Flint community. 

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