It took me many years to finally understand and appreciate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. I was only six years old when he gave his famous “I Have a Dream” speech from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. I was ten when he was killed in Memphis on April 4, 1968. During the ensuing years
Signs by Crannie was busy today installing the new sign at the iconic Capitol Theatre in Downtown Flint, as part of an ongoing $30+ million building restoration project. Photography by Eric Dutro
With his chiseled physique, steely gaze, amped-up demeanor and tattoos snaking around his body, Troy Lamson leaves little doubt that he is a rising Mix Martial Arts star. Dubbed “Pretty Boy,” the Flint native and former Kearsley High School and Michigan State wrestler has always been fiercely goal-oriented and that is evidenced by the way
Many people in Greater Flint might know or know of John Henry as the Executive Director at the Flint Institute of Arts; but what some might not know is that he and his wife, Janice, an interior designer, are avid art collectors, and have been since the early 1970s. These etchings are from the “New
These local thespians sure are passionate about acting! Read on to learn more about the faces you see on (and sometimes behind) the main stage. Jesse Glenn What is your favorite aspect of theatre? My favorite aspect is the act of combining all the various aspects to create a performance. As an actor, designer and
Fun, fresh, fast and traditional Latin American street food is what you’ll find at Fenton’s newest restaurant, El Topo, the brainstorm of French Laundry Executive Chef, Jody Brunori. Chef Jody has always wanted a food truck from which she could serve a wide variety of Latin American food, so El Topo was created to be
Becky Foerster, 46, Executive Director of the Hagerman Foundation, mother of four, and former pre-school teacher and daycare owner, never dreamed she’d be dispersing grant money to people in need. That’s because, she herself, was once in need. Foerster knows firsthand the meaning of grim and challenging times, not unlike the people seeking grants from
How did an engineering company in Flushing get into the audio cable business? And who would have ever thought that same company would make audio cables for famous musicians and singers all around the world? That’s exactly what Analysis Plus is doing – producing patented pro and audio cables that provide amazing sound quality for
Downtown Flint is bustling with activity! New restaurants are popping up, buildings are being renovated, and businesses are thriving. Busy professionals grab a hot cup of Joe to-go at one of the coffee shops as they hustle to work, while college students hurry off to class. Visitors from all over descend upon the Flint Farmers’
If there’s one word that describes the content in every issue of My City, it’s VARIETY! With 2016 now behind us, we thought it would be fun to re-visit some reader-favorites. January Market Deli by Hoffman This “My Eats” piece featured this popular deli located in the Flint Farmers’ Market, right next to Mark’s other
Film: “Jean of the Joneses” Presented by Communities First, Inc. Flint Institute of Arts 1.12.2017 10th Annual Community Gala Flint Institute of Arts 1.21.2017 Health & Wellness Expo Flint Farmers’ Market 1.21.2017 “The Ugly Duckling” Presented by the Flint Youth Theatre Bower Theater 1.27-28.2017 The Wedding Marketplace Presented by the Genesee County Bridal Alliance The
Brrr! It’s cold outside! While some folks enjoy cozying up to a warm fire during the winter months, there is a group of adventure seekers who don’t mind the frigid temperatures. These adventurers put on a dry suit and go ice scuba diving in one of Genesee County’s many lakes. Kim Vold, co-owner of The
