Years in the making, the new YMCA in Downtown Flint has finally opened its doors! Located at 719 Harrison Street and named LiveWell on Harrison, the new YMCA officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 28. According to CEO Shelly Hilton, the 50,000 square-foot facility was a $41 million project that also includes a
Greater Flint is home to some of Michigan’s most driven, talented and inspiring student-athletes – and this year’s standout seniors and rising stars have proven that hard work, leadership and passion yield powerful results. As the 2024-2025 high school athletics schedules wrapped up for the year, we invited Genesee County high schools to choose two
This adorable, 5½-year-old Rex bunny is looking for a loving forever home. Known for her ultra-soft, velvety fur and gentle nature, Georgina is as sweet as they come. While she may be a little shy at first, give her a moment and she’ll charm you with her warm personality. Did you know that rabbits like
Over the last century, there have been great high school teams in Flint and Genesee County – starting with the great Flint Central football teams of 1923 and ’24, led by the incomparable Lloyd Brazil and Herm Young, who took back-to-back state titles. In truth, by the time he got to college at the University
Sure, backyard swimming pools are nice. But whether you have one or not, any parent will tell you there is nothing like taking your children to a nearby beach for a day of summertime fun in the sun. They can hardly stand still while you apply the sunscreen and put on their water wings. Hearing
Whether you’re celebrating a new graduate or honoring a great dad, the perfect book can spark motivation, adventure, or even a good laugh. This thoughtfully curated list has something for every reader – true stories of heroism and tragedy, thrilling mysteries, a baseball lover’s dream, and even a dash of wilderness-inspired cooking. For the grads,
If there’s one thing moms are never short on, it’s opinions (and snacks). In honor of Mother’s Day, we asked a group of local folks to share a memorable piece of motherly wisdom – words that stuck, shaped decisions, or simply made them feel loved. From practical insight to heartfelt reminders and timeless guidance like
Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley became mesmerized by the enthralling events and sheer spectacle of the Midwest Invitational Rodeo as he watched it unfold one year at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Belleville. The two-day event celebrates more than a century of the African American cowboy’s impact which has often been overlooked by history books and
If one word could accurately describe a caring, nurturing woman who has dedicated much of her life to the welfare of children, that word might be “Mom.” Although she really is a dedicated mother, Amy Anderson is also the chief operating officer (COO) at Whaley Children’s Center in Flint. In March, Anderson was honored with
Last November, Mary Alyce Hood was elected to a six-year term on the bench in the 7th Circuit Court in Genesee County. The seat was vacated by Judge Celeste Bell due to Michigan’s constitutionally imposed age limits for judicial officeholders. On January 23, Hood’s investiture was held at St. Michael’s Conference Center where she took
Last month, students in the Mott Community College (MCC) Institute of Culinary Arts program were treated to a unique culinary and learning experience. Chef Andre Rush, a celebrity chef who worked at the White House under four Presidential administrations and is a military veteran, was the featured chef in the school’s Distinguished Chef Series. On
The storied history of Flint’s famed athletic tradition is missing a complete chapter about one of the best to ever play the game of baseball. It’s the story of Dave “Wahoo” Hoskins – without question one of the greatest baseball players and athletes that no one has ever heard of. Sure, he’s enshrined in the
