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Feature Story Cliff Joseph, American, 1922 - 2020. Self Portrait, ca. 1950. Pen and ink wash on paper 10 7/8 x 7 11/16 in. Private collection, Flint, Michigan. Arts and Culture

New FIA exhibit explores the work of Cliff Joseph and his contributions to the Civil Rights Movement

Brianna NargisoMonday, November 11, 2024
Feature Story Multitalented entrepreneur Kayla Aguilar is the founder of Lord Laird's which produces fresh-squeezed organic lemonade made with aloe vera and raw honey. Entrepreneurship

100K Ideas spotlights diverse local entrepreneurs in 12th client storytelling episode

Brianna NargisoWednesday, October 9, 2024
Feature Story The new documentary 'St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood' will premiere at the Flint Institute of Arts on Thursday, August 22, 2024. The film explores the history of the once-thriving Black neighborhood in Flint. Neighborhoods

'St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood' doc to premiere at Flint Institute of Arts this week

Sarah SpohnMonday, August 19, 2024
Feature Story Students from Flint Cultural Center Academy add hearts to the Rx Kids mural on the Buick Gallery wall during a workshop with Flint Public Art Project. Arts and Culture

How public art helps to tell the Rx Kids story in Flint

Patrick HayesMonday, July 22, 2024
In The News Donta Hampton, president of Flint's TrendSettas Corvette Club, discusses the club’s cultural significance, what prospective members can expect from joining, and the future of TrendSettas.  Transportation

Discussing car culture and impact with Donta Hampton of Flint's TrendSettas Corvette Club

Briana McNairSunday, July 21, 2024
Feature Story New York Times bestselling author Tracie McMillan examines racial inequities in generational wealth in her latest book, 'The White Bonus: Five Families and the Cash Value of Racism in America.'  Equity

Journalist Tracie McMillan examines systemic white privilege in new book 'The White Bonus'

Jeff PiechowskiTuesday, May 21, 2024
In The News An exciting rodeo competition is heading to the Genesee County Fairgrounds on June 7 and 8, 2024. Arts and Culture

Family-friendly rodeo featuring top Black rodeo athletes comes to Flint area in June

Tia ScottWednesday, April 17, 2024
Feature Story Flint native and magician Quinton Robinson discusses the history of magic, the opportunities from the profession, rising above hecklers, and discovering the magic within oneself. Arts and Culture

The real magical world of Quinton Robinson

Jerimiah WhiteheadWednesday, March 20, 2024
Feature Story Flint native Keyon Lovett pictured inside his garage-turned-art studio on Jan. 29, 2024. (Anthony Summers | Flintside.com) Arts and Culture

The painting, artwork, and lifestyle of Flint's 'Artschool Dropout' Keyon Lovett

Xzavier SimonTuesday, February 20, 2024
Feature Story Mario Moore, American, born 1987. The Drum Rolls on, 2021. Oil on canvas 66 x 48in. Collection of Nancy and Sean Cotton. Arts and Culture

Detroit's Mario Moore presents 'Revolutionary Times' exhibit at Flint Institute of Arts

Brianna NargisoWednesday, January 10, 2024
Feature Story Pictured on Dec. 27, 2023, Ballenger Park sits on the corner of Dupont and Flushing Road, holding space for community events, basketball games, and picnics. Neighborhoods

In Pictures: Ballenger Highway Neighborhood & Park

Xzavier SimonThursday, December 28, 2023
Feature Story Vacant lots on Empire Street that hopefully will be part of the Empire Corridor development. Community Development

Bold revitalization plan for Benton Harbor's Empire Corridor

KELSEY SANDERSTuesday, December 12, 2023
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