After years away from music, four Flint-area friends rediscover the power of playing together in The Headless By Mark Spezia PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE HEADLESS Andy Lenox admits to feeling a tad intimidated upon meeting future bandmate Gary Behling for the first time. He had just settled into an art class as a freshman at
Steven Taubitz is the new owner of the Fenton Hotel Tavern & Grille in downtown Fenton. The Fenton Hotel Tavern & Grille still stands, solid and hospitable, greeting hungry patrons as it did when it was first built as the railroads came to Fenton in 1856. It was listed as “The Vermont House.” Now, as
By Dr. Shan Jackson | Healthy Just Feels Right Let’s be honest, life gets busy. Between work, family commitments and social events, eating out is often the most convenient option. One of the questions I hear most often from my patients is, “Dr. Shan, how am I supposed to eat healthy when I’m always eating
By Gary Fisher PHOTOS COURTESY OF GENESEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Friday night lights. High school football season. Few things are more American, and few places have produced a football tradition as rich as Flint and Genesee County. The football talent produced in the Flint area includes Hall of Famer and NFL career interceptions leader Paul
By Sharon Stone Since opening in 1995, Sagano Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse has built a reputation for delivering a unique Asian dining experience featuring creative cuisine, fresh sushi, and entertaining hibachi prepared by exceptional chefs. With a commitment to quality food, hospitality, and memorable experiences, Sagano has become a favorite destination for celebrations, special occasions,
Presented by Cooper Villaire of Grand Blanc is a senior at Powers Catholic and a member of the National Honor Society. He enjoys volunteering in the community and has completed more than 85 service hours during his high school career. He volunteers with organizations including his parish, Holy Family, ABC Youth in Flint, the Freshman
For more than 40 years, Adopt-A-Pet of Fenton has provided shelter, medical care and a second chance for thousands of homeless dogs and cats. This fall, the organization is inviting the community to come together for a few special events that support its mission while offering plenty of fun along the way. Spaghetti
How and when did you first meet? We met in 2019 at The Freedom Center Church in Fenton. For about a year, we knew of each other but had no interest in dating anyone because our lives were too busy with work and school. Near the end of 2020, it suddenly became evident that we
COMPILED BY Karen Piacentini As summer gives way to autumn, September is the perfect time to slow down, unplug and rediscover the joy of reading. A great book can entertain, inspire and even transport you to another place. Whether you’re savoring Michigan-themed titles like Honolulu Blues by Joel Walkowski, The Great Big Pumpkin Cookbook by
This is Louie! He is a 5-year-old Flemish Giant Mix. He weighs approximately 8 pounds. He will be neutered before he is adopted. He loves snacks and likes to hop around. Adopting a 5-year-old Flemish Giant mix can be a wonderful decision, especially if you’re looking for a calm, established companion. At 5 years old,
This is Tootsie Roll! She is a 1½- year-old Abyssinian Guinea pig. She is very sweet. She likes to be handled and will let out a squeal if she hears a bag crinkle. She loves snacks. She has been at the Humane Society of Genesee County since April. Her adoption fee is $40. An Abyssinian
By almost any measure, childhood has changed dramatically in the past 20 years. Many children now spend hours each day using smartphones, tablets, computers, televisions, and gaming devices. While technology offers educational benefits and convenience, a growing body of research suggests that excessive recreational screen time may interfere with healthy brain development, learning, emotional regulation,
