The 45th Annual William C. Byrd International Young Artist Competition took place on March 5, showcasing the best in string musicians. Twenty-five contestants auditioned, and five finalists were selected by three judges to perform in the evening program. The winner of the Competition is Xiao Wang, a violinist from China who is currently studying at
Owner of the John Wentworth Group RE/MAX Platinum™, John is a successful realtor in Fenton with $90 million in sales last year. He began his real estate career on his own when the market had tanked, and has grown the business to include a team of five salaried staff and six agents. He lives in
Something very exciting and unique is happening at Mott Middle College in Flint. Two passionate teachers had a simultaneous epiphany that led to the formation of a puppet-making class at the school, and the creation of Fly-Town Puppet Theatre. Mott Middle College is a non-traditional high school, operated by the Genesee Intermediate School District. It
Today, Friday, April 1, 2016 a press conference was held to raise awareness of child abuse and neglect. The community initiative, Paint Our Town Blue, takes place at the Genesee County Circuit Court at 900 Saginaw Street in Flint. At this press conference, community leaders such as the Honorable Duncan Beagle and Genesee County Sheriff,
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease associated with the loss of dopamine-producing nerve cells deep in the brain. As the nerve cells die, the amount of dopamine in the brain is decreased. Because dopamine helps regulate the body’s movement, the loss of dopamine leads to decreased mobility. Some common symptoms of Parkinson’s disease are tremors,
The Flint drinking water contamination has been a community disaster like few others, creating immediate and future challenges for families. Many are asking, “What can I do to help? How can I stand with Flint?” In the year of its 40th anniversary, Crim Fitness Foundation is redoubling its efforts to create opportunities for all residents
Dear Readers, “What is more important than your heath?” I’m quite sure this is a question we only ask ourselves when we, or someone we love is challenged by an unexpected illness or health crisis. Webster’s defines health as “the condition of being sound in body, mind, or spirit; especially: freedom from physical disease or
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” This age-old quote addresses the daily need for fiber-rich foods to keep our colons healthy and get things moving! With warmer weather finally here, Michiganders are focused on getting beach-body ready; but after spring vacation, they tend to fall out of their routine and lose focus. Don’t
Staying active and healthy is a priority for many – and what better way to do that than walking, running and biking in your own community! About 18 months ago, a group of outdoor enthusiasts in the Southern Genesee County area took on the task of bringing outdoor trails to their communities. From that idea,
Katie Watts always loved art and design. “I thought I wanted to be a graphic designer,” says, the mother of seven and wife to husband, Shawn. “But that profession didn’t pan out.” Instead, she listened to her mother’s advice, followed in her footsteps and enrolled in nursing school. “After graduating, she immediately began working in
Dr. Joyce Stevens has been a physician with the Michigan Health Specialists Group since March 2007. She is Board Certified by the American Board of Family Practice and is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice. While she specializes in women and children, she most enjoys treating families as a whole. “I see
Did you know that 60,000 individuals with autism live in Michigan? Did you know that there are 1,000 school-aged children in Genesee County with autism? What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? “ASD is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and is the result of a neurological disorder
