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Feature Story Greg Gaines of Mr. Gaines Gardening Program PLUS is the first winner of the Ruth Mott Foundation Leadership Award. Kids and Education

Greg Gaines: A man on a missionSurprise windfall keeps man with a green thumb and firm hand doing God's work in Flint

Marjory RaymerFriday, June 16, 2017
In The News Flint Development Center celebrated its official ribbon-cutting and grand opening on Thursday, June 8, 2017. The multi-purpose facility will house offices and programs of the Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission, YMCA of Greater Flint, Flin Neighborhoods

A new beginning, a community hub, a dream come true takes root on Flint's northside

Jake CarahFriday, June 9, 2017
In The News GearUp Academy now is located in the Dryden Building but is looking to relocate to the Ferris Wheel Building. It launched a Patronicity campaign to help fund the move. Kids and Education

New alternative high school looks to expand in downtown Flint

Makenzie SchroederThursday, June 8, 2017
In The News Qua has given artists an outlet for 50 years. Arts and Culture

Inside the pages of Flints oldest (and only) literary and arts magazine

Tyler RigdonThursday, June 8, 2017
In The News Safe and Active Genesee for Everyone works to make it easier for people to live more active lives by ensuring the community is formed around the idea of making activity accessible, safe, and easy. Healthy Communities

Some SAGE advice on how to create a healthier community

Jake CarahThursday, June 1, 2017
In The News A Central Michigan University researcher found marked improvement on a series of academic assessments among foster children who participated in Ennis Center for Children's program Fostering Creativity. Kids and Education

Research shows Flint arts program significantly boosts foster children's academic scores

Reyna HurandWednesday, May 31, 2017
In The News Blueberry Founder Phil Shaltz surrounded by celebrating ambassadors during the annual awards ceremony May, 19, 2017. Kids and Education

A little way to make a difference now adds up to 3,000 Blueberry Ambassadors

Makenzie SchroederFriday, May 19, 2017
In The News Nursing students at the University of Michigan-Flint pose in the state-of-the-art simulation lab. The nursing program will expand almost 50 percent in January. Higher Education

UM-Flint School of Nursing grows almost 50 percent

Reyna HurandWednesday, May 17, 2017
Feature Story The Renegades provide an entry-level opportunity into the steel drum band, while the Jumbie's are a more advanced, performance level. Arts and Culture

Check out these Flint kids rocking the steel drum world

Makenzie SchroederFriday, May 12, 2017
In The News Smiles, handshakes and high fives greet students once a month at both Northwestern and Southwestern. Kids and Education

The 'remarkable' way volunteers support Flint high school students

Jiquanda JohnsonTuesday, May 9, 2017
In The News Volunteers help stuff backpacks with food from the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan for Flint kids. Healthy Communities

Doing more to keep Flint kids healthy—6 times moreMassive program expansion gives meals and snacks to every kindergarten through fifth-grade student affected by water crisis

Jake CarahThursday, May 4, 2017
Feature Story Applewood is open for the 2017 season 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays from May 4 through October 29. Parking, admission, and activities are always free. Arts and Culture

Peek into Flint's past (and C.S. Mott's closet)Applewood tours offer behind-the-scenes look into the home of Flint's most famous family

Marjory RaymerMonday, May 1, 2017
In The News “The sky is the limit when it comes to a career in information technology,”  said Bob Waltenspiel, cofounder of “IT in the D.” Economic Development

Need a job? Grant funding new high-demand IT training in Flint

Jake CarahSunday, April 30, 2017
In The News Walethia Aquil makes sure all girls can have a “Cinderella experience.” Volunteerism

Meet this real life fairy godmother making prom dreams come true

Jake CarahThursday, April 27, 2017
In The News More than 1,000 works from Genesee County children will be on display this week. Kids and Education

Pop-up exhibit features young Genesee County artists

Monday, April 17, 2017
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