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In The News Local agencies now are recruiting to fill more than 80 paid AmeriCorps positions in the Flint area. Community Development

AmeriCorps looks to hire 80 for Flint programs

Erin ConeyFriday, July 28, 2017
In The News Diplomat1 Community Development

Best and brightest young minds drawn to Flint for Diplomat Fellowship program

Marjory RaymerFriday, July 21, 2017
In The News While it maybe the most adorable reading program you’ll ever see, Tell-A-Tail also is effective. Flint Public Library will host additional Tell-A-Tail events July 8, 15, and 22. Kids and Education

Cuteness overload: Tell-A-Tail uses puppy love to encourage Flint kids to read

Reyna HurandTuesday, July 4, 2017
Feature Story Gianni Love, 19, of Flint Township, rehearses a step-dance routine with other members of the Alpha Esquires at the Mott Community College Workforce Center on North Saginaw Street in Flint earlier this month. Kids and Education

Giving young men in Flint mentors, making young men in Flint leaders—These are the Alpha Esquires

Bruce EdwardsWednesday, June 28, 2017
In The News A middle school student gets a hands-on education about screen printing through YouthQuest, an after-school and summer program that recently won a $100,000 competitive grant. Kids and Education

YouthQuest lands $100,000 grant to expand outreach to middle schoolers

Makenzie SchroederFriday, June 23, 2017
In The News Flint Community Schools athletic director Jamie Foster shows off the look of the new unified Flint sports teams—which will be called the Jaguars. Kids and Education

Flint schools sports teams are now the Jaguars

Marjory RaymerMonday, June 19, 2017
In The News The boys wait, as patiently as possible, for a bite during the Kids Fishing Club event at Buell Lake this month. Kids and Education

Family fun in Flint: Free fishing for kidsGenesee County Parks provides everything: Lakes, fishing rods, bait—even someone to put the worm on the hook

Eric WisniewskiWednesday, June 14, 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 An example of a large farmer's pick box available for home delivery in Flint. Cost: $30. Healthy Communities

Only in Flint: Farm-to-front door, fresh food delivery for all

Marjory RaymerWednesday, May 17, 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
In The News Angela Stamps, Detroit native and dedicated Flint transplat, who founded Berston Bike Club in 2012. Healthy Communities

Angela Stamps—Flint's driving force (on two wheels)The Bike Lady, as she's known, operates bicycle clubs for Flint children and teaches them bicycle safety, leads daily rides, and gives each participant a bike to keep

Liz BundyTuesday, May 16, 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
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