University of Michigan-Flint’s Veterans Bachelor of Science in Nursing program (UM-Flint’s VBSN) has been awarded a $100,000 grant from Newman’s Own Foundation, the independent foundation created by the late actor and philanthropist, Paul Newman.
What a stress reliever – snuggling with an adorable puppy or holding a cuddly kitten in your lap as it purrs away!
With five sons, and two on the autism spectrum, Brian Aubuchon and his wife, Tina, were looking for a way to connect with and support other families facing the challenges of autism. But, local resources for autism can be difficult to find. “There is a little bit of money out there, but it is really hard to get,” Aubuchon says. “It is almost impossible.” And, having a child with autism comes with its own set of individual needs and expenses that can add up quickly. Aubuchon, who owns and operates Holly Lanes Bowling Center, explains that, when attempting to help the community, they found it difficult to even find places to which they could entrust their donations. “We donated to a school that was supposed to build a resource center and they didn’t,” he shares. “I was very upset, but rather than taking it out on them, I decided to start a foundation.”
Can you swear your way to sanity? Ask that question of Dr. Jodie Eckleberry-Hunt PhD, ABPP, a psychologist with a private practice in Fenton, and her answer is a resounding “Yes!” And, you can find out how to do it by reading her recently-published book, Swear Your Way to Sanity, which includes a companion journal. “After many years of counseling people, I decided to write about an approach that combines cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness techniques with profanity, helping one to let go and move on from self-defeating thoughts and pain,” she explains. This approach is what she calls MOMF (“Move on, motherf**ker”), which can help change patterns of self-defeating behavior. “You need to tell yourself to just let it go,” says the psychologist. “I discovered that if you can call yourself out as the Motherfu**ker, it will help you to laugh and let go. Vulgarity isn’t the point.”
More than 300 guests stamped their “Passporte to Paris” at the annual McLaren Flint Foundation Charity Gala held earlier this year. Along with providing a welcome winter escape for participants, the event more importantly raised net proceeds of $86,000 to help fund operations at the Child Evaluation Clinic (CEC). Located within the Weiss Child Advocacy Center in Flint, the CEC provides medical examinations of children who are suspected victims of child sexual abuse.
The cancer program at Genesys Regional Medical Center has received full accreditation with commendation by the Commission on Cancer (CoC) as an Academic Comprehensive Cancer Program from the American College of Surgeons.
In 1932, General Signs workers John Gonsowski and Keith Martin painted a three-story mural to advertise Vernor’s Ginger Ale on the building across from the
My City Magazine is excited to present various historical series that will capture both the whole and the details of eras past. These features will
It takes a creative mind to look out over the empty lots on which several General Motors plants once stood and think, “I could see
After thousands of nominations and ballots cast, we’re proud to present this year’s City’s Choice Awards winners—your favorite local eateries, standout professionals and community favorites across more than 100 categories.
The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation is celebrating a century of giving for good in its hometown of Flint and in communities around the world. The Foundation entered 2026 with a new 10-year strategic plan and a continued commitment to promoting a just, equitable and sustainable society.
“If you can lean, you can clean!” I heard the not-so-soothing voice of my Burger King manager, Todd, below.
There is no doubt in my mind that this has been a long, cold winter. We’ve all felt it. We’ve all complained. I like to stay active throughout the year, and I love being outside soaking up the fresh air and vitamin D that Michigan offers. For the past few years, my husband and I have taken early morning walks in our neighborhood with our dog. Using my fitness app, we measured that walking the entire neighborhood equals 3.1 miles. That’s perfect when the weather is great—but not so much when the roads are snow-covered and the cold wind stings your face.
I know it really doesn’t mean much in the long run, but I’m glad February is a short calendar month. It follows January, which can feel dreadfully long and cold with its 31 days here in Mid-Michigan. Now that our kids are grown and we’re no longer following our travel hockey-playing sons to winter tournaments across the Midwest and Canada, my husband and I have taken the opportunity to travel south during the coldest weeks of the year when we can. I mentioned in my January column that we started the year with a Caribbean cruise alongside some of our closest friends. We even squeezed in a few nights in our favorite beach town, New Smyrna Beach, Florida. It was the perfect getaway, and we all returned home with more cherished memories.
As Michigan’s only “Art and Design Opportunity College,” designated by the Carnegie Classifications, the College for Creative Studies (CCS) is redefining the meaning of hands-on learning.
Get ready, car fans — the 11th Annual Chrome & Ice Winter Indoor Car Show is back for 2026, and this time the theme is “For the Love of Cars!” A celebration of automotive passion, the show promises incredible rides, surprising displays, and plenty of excitement for enthusiasts of every generation.
Whiskey Glasses Saloon is a country-inspired lakeside saloon on Lake Ponemah built around good food, great drinks, and a welcoming, high-energy atmosphere. It’s a place where guests can come by boat or car, enjoy a meal, listen to music, and feel comfortable staying awhile — whether they’re stopping in for a quick drink or spending the evening with friends. It opened in November 2024.
For the team behind Scratch BBQ & Catering, great barbecue didn’t start with a business plan—it started with a love of the grill and a happy accident.
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