With his lengthy beard, buzz-cut hairstyle, intense facial expressions and all-around passionate nature, Ron Roberts is hard to miss.
During the 1970s, forested areas around his Flushing home beckoned a young Bill Thompson.
The lowest point of Nic Matiere-Bey’s life is forever etched in his memory, a measuring stick of how far he has come.
As the crisp coolness of a mid-October afternoon settled over Bedford Valley Golf Club in Battle Creek, Kate Brody stood on a green dotted with colorful fallen leaves lining up what she hoped would be the final shot of an unforgettable high school career.
Everything about the gritty, blue-collar basement boxing gym at Berston Field House seems to embody Flint. The atmosphere, aesthetics and attitude found here capture the spirit of the city.
Every so often, a poignant moment or life milestone reminds Tracy Ramin of how fortunate he is or the reasons why he is still alive and thriving 24 years after losing part of his left leg and very nearly his life in a horrific accident.
In the beginning, Ellen Tomek’s rowing goals were rather modest.
As the 2021-2022 high school athletics schedules wrapped up for the year, we invited the 25 Genesee County high schools to to choose two athletes – one each from their men’s and women’s sports teams – who excelled in both athletics and academics. The responding schools took care in selecting young people who have worked hard to earn awards and accolades for their accomplishments.
Amid the sounds of dribbling and squeaking sneakers, Keno Davis, first-year coach of the second-year Flint United professional basketball team, outlined his vision for the program.
They may be few in number, but their energy levels, enthusiasm and dedication are seemingly limitless.
The game grabbed Shane Proulx’s attention, causing him to sit up and take notice.
