Editor’s note: This month we welcome a new contributing writer to this publication. Many of you will recognize him if you frequented the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library over the past several years. Michael Madden has been a fixture in the genealogy room at the...
We have fond memories of the fall season. We had our first snow fall on Halloween. Thanksgiving was beautiful with family and friends gathered for fellowship and feasting. The days are short, nights are long and cold. My thoughts and prayers are filled with...
Congressman Kildee issued the following statement November 16 after announcing he will not seek re-election in 2024 “I have decided to not seek re-election and will leave Congress at the end of my term on January 3, 2025. “I was first elected to public office...
If you are the parent of a high school junior or senior, you know that the question of “what comes next” is a pivotal one. For some students, college is the right answer… but the question is, “Where?” Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU) have...
I am overwhelmed with gratitude having been selected by my colleagues to serve as the President of our Flint City Council. This recognition inspires me to become a better community servant and leader. I will continue to pursue my passion to move Flint forward with...
A thought about communication in our city. East Village Magazine, the CSPA Courier, and FLINT: Our Community, Our Voice, not to mention FlintSide and FlintBeat, are rare journalistic gifts to all of us. Free, in tune, and present. We are so very fortunate. Perhaps...
"THAT'S FUNNY" - Red Carpet Premiere in Flint December 7, 7:30pm Capitol Theater, Downtown Flint The Red Carpet Premiere at the Capitol Theatre will include appearances by Flint natives and stars of the film, Alex Grossman and Ben Cain. Tickets:...
The Flint City Council approved an additional $1 million allocation of ARPA funds for the Berston Field House renovation and expansion during a special meeting on Nov. 17. Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley proposed the allocation after Mott Foundation President Ridgway...
Earlier this year, The MADE Institute proudly secured $74,000 in funding from CIV:LAB to support our groundbreaking "Industry Upskilling Program." This initiative focuses on equipping members of the workforce with certification in energy efficiency and clean...
Voices from the Ground The new Community Connectors program is supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and conducted in partnership with Equitable Cities, the New Urban Mobility Alliance, and America Walks. Smart Growth America has selected 15...
Voces desde el Suelo El nuevo programa Community Connectors cuenta con el apoyo de la Fundación Robert Wood Johnson y se lleva a cabo en colaboración con New Urban Mobility Alliance, and America Walks. Smart Growth America ha seleccionado 15 proyectos centrados en...
Latinx Technology and Community Center, Alongside Collaborators, Facilitates Connections for 41 Businesses The successful conclusion of the CNPP Small Business Assistance (SBA) program not only marks a significant milestone for local entrepreneurs but also...
El centro Latinx, junto a colaboradores, facilita conexiones para 41 negocios La conclusión exitosa del programa de Asistencia a la Pequeña Empresa (SBA) del CNPP no sólo marca un hito significativo para los empresarios locales, sino que también subraya el impacto...
Monday, December 4, December 11, December 18, December 25, January 1 Bethel AME Help Center – 773 E. Gillespie Avenue 9:00-11:00am Tuesday, Dec.5, Dec. 12, Dec. 19, Dec. 26, January 2 Every Nation Church (Riverside Tabernacle) – 429 North Bound Chavez 8:00-11:00am...
A Tasty Treat from the Richardson’s Kitchen (A long-ago neighbor shared both the cookies and the recipe – then smiled and said they are really Ambrosia Cookies.) 1/2 pound butter (2 sticks) 1 cup nuts (pecans, chopped quite small) 2 cups of...
Please check with your group to see if there is a meeting this month. Ballenger Highway Association, (2nd Thursday,) 6:00pm Ballenger Square Community Assn, (2nd Saturday,) 10:00am, New Community Baptist Church, Lavender @ Mackin Bel-Aire Woods Neighborhood...
Q. It really bothers me, Kia, when I show a kindness to someone and they don’t show the least bit of appreciation. I recently held the door to a restaurant open for a family of five people, and not one of them had the courtesy to say thank you. It made me wish I...
Council Approves Priority Waste Rate Freeze and Contract Extension to 2028. City Residents to Receive Trash and Recycling Bins The Flint City Council voted on and passed the Priority Waste contract extension in the early hours of Tuesday, Nov. 14. This ensures that...
St. Nicholas – There is a reason Santa is often called St. Nick. based on St. Nicholas, a fourth-century Greek bishop who protected children, among others. St. Nicholas Day is still commonly celebrated across Europe on December 6th. Christmas Boats in Greece - In...
