On The Ground

On the Ground

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. 

Proud members of the Urban Renaissance Center pose for a photo on Aug. 8, 2024.
The Urban Renaissance Center: Revitalizing Flint with the Ubuntu philosophy

“There was a village in our community, and so we’re recreating that village.” Inside the Civic Park neighborhood, the Urban Renaissance Center serves not only as a place of worship but also as a community center, intending to spread the Ubuntu philosophy.

As a part of Flintside's 'On the Ground' series, photo-journalist Anthony Summers visited the historic neighborhood of Civic Park and captured stunning, stoic photos of how the community looks today. 
In Pictures: Civic Park Neighborhood 2024

As a part of Flintside's 'On the Ground' series, photo-journalist Anthony Summers visited the historic neighborhood of Civic Park and captured stunning, stoic photos of how the community looks today. 

Flint native and chef Terrail Jones II is all smiles while holding a red bell pepper on July 15, 2024.
Behind the counter with culinary chef, Terrail Jones II

Flint-born chef and caterer Terrail Jones II discusses his lifelong passion for cooking, getting started in the food world, winning competitions, and staying focused. 

Terance Green of Black Amor yoga studio offers a 'men's only' yoga session to break down the barriers around men's mental health and well-being.
Local entrepreneur Terance Green creates unique haven in Black Amor yoga studio

Flint native Terance Green, owner of Black Amor yoga studio, discusses self-love, healing through rest, his mission to promote health and wellness, and the power of putting oneself first.

An instructor assists a student in one of the Latinx Technology & Community Center's many programs and classes, pictured on July 15, 2024.
Promoting cultural inclusion in Flint with the Latinx Technology & Community Center

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.

Located at 3216 Martin Luther King Avenue, the Neighborhood Engagement Hub began in 2014 with a focus on building local wealth.
Restoring Flint one neighborhood at a time with the Neighborhood Engagement Hub

Tom Wyatt of the Neighborhood Engagement Hub discusses his role as Executive Director, his challenges, and how the nonprofit adds to the beautification process of Flint neighborhoods and communities.

Jordan Lee of Jordan’s Pristine Detailing gives pristine service to his cars through Marine-like detailing.
Paying attention to detail with Jordan Lee of Jordan’s Pristine Detailing

Flint native Jordan Lee of Jordan’s Pristine Detailing spoke to Flintside about how hard work, perseverance, and a positive attitude are the key components to making a business dream a reality.

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