Flint native, Connor Coyne, is a literary enthusiast. “Promoting literacy and literature in the Flint community is a dream of mine,” says Coyne, 38, who returned to Flint after earning his bachelor’s degree from the University of Chicago and his master of fine arts in creative writing from the New School, in New York City.
It’s often been said that a good pilot is always learning. That philosophy certainly applies to Joe Taylor, Flight Instructor with the Greater Flint Pilots Association (GFPA). Members of the GFPA own equity shares in four single-engine airplanes, which are housed at Bishop International Airport. Members use the planes for personal flights and for instruction.
On July 26, more than 300 local teens participated in what has become, in its fourth year, “the largest cleanup in the city,” according to the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce. Teens like Flint resident Khalil McGee, 17, pick up shovels, rakes and lawn-trimmers and work together to beautify their community. McGee says, “this
The 61st Greater Flint Olympian and CANUSA Games kicked off on July 11 with official Opening Ceremonies at Northwestern High School’s Guy V. Houston Stadium. All Flint and Genesee County residents were invited to attend the festivities which began with a Physical Fitness Walk at 9:30am, followed by an official opening of the Games, a
Today is National Fried Chicken Day!! Don’t settle for your average fried chicken, try out this Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwich from the minds of My City Magazine. 1 Chicken Breast 1 Egg 1/2 Cup Bread Crumbs 1 Cup Buttermilk 1 Cup Flour 1/4 Cup Parmesan Cheese 2 Slices of Provolone Cheese 8 Dill Pickle Chips Lettuce
Here’s a sample of the unique & exciting things to do this summer … right in your own backyard! Downtown Highlights Buckham Alley Fest FREE July 15, 4-10PM Back to the Bricks 2017 FREE August 15-19 Crim Festival of Races August 25-26 Art Flint Artwalk FREE July & August: 2nd Fridays (7/14, 8/11)
It’s no wonder The Red Baron Brew Pub & Tap Room in Burton took four My City Magazine City’s Choice Awards this year – in the categories of Best Beer Selection, Bloody Mary, Service and Late-Night Dining. According to many of its regular and longtime customers, it’s the place to go for good conversation, a
For nearly 50 years, Bill Harris has been a familiar face in the field of broadcast news and has been a news producer/reporter/anchor in Flint since September, 1977. Now anchoring the 10pm news with WSMH FOX66, he has not only gained the respect and admiration of his co-workers over the years, but also a large
This is the first of a three-part series about the historic Genesee County Courthouse – The History, The Re-dedication, and The Murals and Artwork. Barbara Menear, Court Administrator of the Genesee County Courthouse, is passionate about the history of the courthouse building. She was a longtime attorney in the area and has been the Genesee
In 2007, Genesys Health System revised their strategic plan, broadening the definition of health care to include community wellness and access to fresh, locally-grown food. “We started to look at how we could utilize our 500 acres to benefit the community from an economic and wellness perspective,” explains Nick Evans, Vice President of Business Development
Several barriers, or at least what he was told were going to be barriers, were thrown in Chris Wilson’s way as he fought to realize his dream of playing in the National Football League. In school, a teacher laughed at his aspirations and he was told by others he might be too undersized for the
The New McCree Theatre is a vibrant piece of the Flint local arts scene, with shows running from October through May. Performances express African American Culture and history, and programs offer arts education for Flint area youth. Executive Director Charles H. Winfrey, 74, has been with The New McCree since its inception in 2004., “Theatre
