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In The News Dr. Debra Furr-Holden is one of nine community members on a city of Flint task force to help give input from the community to law enforcement. Equity

How Michigan moved the needle on racial disparities in COVID

Debra Furr-HoldenMonday, October 5, 2020
In The News New Crim Fitness Foundation CEO Lauren Holaly-Zembo moved into the role on September 1. Healthy Communities

“We want to be a model for the rest of the nation”

Patrick HayesWednesday, September 30, 2020
In The News Shekina Lee from No 2 Stripes Alike teaches kids about some of the animals she brought to an event at Berston Fieldhouse. Kids and Education

Harambee Wellness, Freeman Elementary Community Education team up for family fitness event

Patrick HayesTuesday, September 29, 2020
Feature Story Tiara Willingham, 28, Flint resident, stated, “It’s not about black or white blood. We all bleed the same blood. We all need to get together.” Equity

“All we ask is to be treated equally and left alone”

Jenifer VelosoFriday, September 25, 2020
In The News Sylvester Jones (left) and Todd Womack leading a "The Vent" session at Whaley Park. Equity

Community dialogues provide insight on how to create “radical change”

Patrick HayesWednesday, September 23, 2020
Feature Story Kyle Kuzma working with young basketball players during his 2019 camp at Powers Catholic High School. Arts and Culture

Basketball has saved my son’s mental health during the pandemic

Patrick HayesTuesday, September 22, 2020
In The News A Flint Police Officer's story inspired Ann-Marie Blaney to raise money to provide basketballs to Flint kids. Healthy Communities

Story from Flint Police Officer inspires basketball donation drive

Patrick HayesTuesday, September 22, 2020
In The News Dr. Debra Furr-Holden is one of nine community members on a city of Flint task force to help give input from the community to law enforcement. Healthy Communities

MSU epidemiologist hopes task force builds bridge between community, law enforcement

Brianna NargisoTuesday, September 15, 2020
In The News The Food Bank and FIA are teaming up for Empty Bowls on September 17, but this year it will be drive-through style. Healthy Communities

Two Flint organizations get creative with drive-through style events

Monday, September 7, 2020
In The News Oatmeal Club crop Kids and Education

How the Oatmeal Club teaches kids confidence, self-care, and community

Patrick HayesTuesday, September 1, 2020
Feature Story An informal group meets at Complete Runner in Flint at 6 p.m. Thursdays. Healthy Communities

Flint’s running and walking community find creative ways to exercise and socialize

Patrick HayesWednesday, July 29, 2020
In The News evictionlist Neighborhoods

Genesee County receives $2.8 million for COVID-19 rental assistance

Ashley SchaferWednesday, July 15, 2020
In The News FSList1 Entrepreneurship

Bell Tech Communications among 6 companies selected for XLerateHealth startup accelerator program

Ashley SchaferWednesday, July 8, 2020
Partner Content Seniors exercising Healthy Communities

Program aims to get adult foster care home residents in Copper Country moving more and eating better

Sarah RiggWednesday, July 1, 2020
In The News In a collaborative effort, Genesee Health System will be operating the Behavioral Health Emergency Center program supported by Hurley’s Emergency Department where they plan to address the needs of the entire community. Healthy Communities

$50,000 granted to Hurley Medical Center for laboratory supplies

Xandr BrownTuesday, May 19, 2020
In The News Covid-19 testing protocol has been expanded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to include mild symptoms like fever, coughing, and shortness of breath. Healthy Communities

Are you eligible for a Covid-19 test? Here are local Covid-19 test sites that are offering

Xandr BrownTuesday, May 5, 2020
Feature Story Several Michigan-based organizations are aiming to spread awareness about the dangers of kidney disease among African Americans, particularly in the Flint area. Healthy Communities

Mutual aid is making a comeback during COVID-19 outbreak

Kate RoffMonday, April 6, 2020
Feature Story Though nurses usually work two to four 12-hour shifts in a row, Leah Gatica says workdays have started to feel longer as hospitals brace themselves for what’s to come. Healthy Communities

Interview with McLaren nurse, Leah Gatica: 'The kindest thing you can do is stay home.'

Santiago OchoaFriday, April 3, 2020
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