I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to celebrate this holiday season in grand style! While I’m grateful for every journey around the sun, I eagerly anticipate bidding a festive farewell to 2024 and diving headlong into the new adventures 2025 will undoubtedly bring.
As we close out 2024, it’s time to spotlight our “Cityzen of the Year” — and we couldn’t be more thrilled with our honoree! Dr. Tiffany Quinn has dedicated over three decades to enriching our community through her unwavering commitment to social work, advocacy for vulnerable populations and the promotion of health and wellness. Earlier this year, she was recognized with the prestigious Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, a testament to her extraordinary contributions to Flint. Don’t miss her inspiring story.
This issue also profiles another notable community leader: Todd Slisher, Executive Director of Sloan Longway. Over the past decade, Todd has merged his passion for science, education and community engagement to transform the visitor experience at the Sloan Museum of Discovery and Longway Planetarium. Learn more about him in our “7 Questions” feature.
Greater Flint is a hub of learning and innovation, and we’re shining a light on some of the area’s most exciting endeavors this month. The Genesee District Library is offering a survival skills series this winter, taught by an expert in the field. And, students at Swartz Creek Middle School have a cutting-edge hydroponics project taking root in their STEAM lab (bad pun intended!) Get the full story.
History enthusiasts are in for a treat with our newest contributing writer, Gary Fisher, President of the Genesee County Historical Society. He brings to life the nostalgia of Atwood Stadium and the legendary “Turkey Day Classic” football games between Flint Northern and Flint Central. You’ll find his evocative piece.
With Christmas around the corner, our communities are brimming with festive celebrations. From the Flint Symphony Orchestra’s enchanting “Holiday Pops” concert to a variety of other seasonal highlights featured in our “Holiday Can’t-Miss List”, there’s an abundance of ways to embrace the spirit of the season. I hope to see you out and about!
As always, this issue is packed with much more — delicious eats, stylish inspiration, health tips, event highlights and thought-provoking contributed pieces. Amid the holiday hustle, I hope you find a quiet moment to curl up with this issue and enjoy all it has to offer.
On behalf of Team My City, I wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas!
