Category: Analysis
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Whitmer coming to Flint Farmers’ Market Saturday
Newly inaugurated Gov. Gretchen Witmer and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist will greet Flint residents during the “Witmer Winter Warm-up Flint,” 2-4 p.m. Jan. 12 at the Flint Farmers Market, 300 E. First St. The event, sponsored by Michigan Transition, includes special activities and refreshments for the whole family. Those attending are invited to donate a…
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News Brief: Public Affairs Forum to probe “Bringing Back Civility” Jan. 15
The Flint Area Public Affairs Forum convenes “Bringing Back Civility: Engaging in an Era of Social Media” 5:30 p.m. Jan. 15 in the Flint Public Library, 1026 E. Kearsley St. Moderated by Jan Worth-Nelson, editor of East Village Magazine, the panel will include author Joy Arbor; MI State Rep. Donna Lasinski; Ryan Irvin of Change…
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Highsmith back in town Jan. 12 to discuss “Demolition Means Progress” at the FPL
The 2018-19 Community Read program continues Saturday with a special “Meet the Author” event. Andrew Highsmith, author of Demolition Means Progress: Flint, Michigan and the Fate of the American Metropolis will give a presentation and lead discussion from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 12 at the Flint Public Library. Highsmith is a specialist in…
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News Brief: health research project applications sought
Applications are being sought for community health research projects in Flint. The Building Capacity for Research and Action Award, provided by the Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research of the University of Michigan, will provide up to $5,000 for partnership development activities, or up to $10,000 for small-scale research projects. Each application must have…
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News Brief: Flint middle schoolers to report on diabetes, addiction findings
Flint middle school students collaborating on health research and community action projects will deliver their findings in two community forums hosted by Health in Our Hands and funded by the National Institutes of Health Science Education Partnership Award. Flint and Clio public school 6th graders will report on diabetes risk factors and prevention at a Youth…
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News Brief: “Possibility of Her,” notable women panel on tap for African-American Film Festival
Jashell Mitchell, Manager of Diversity and Inclusion for the National Football League will be among panelists as the African-American Film Festival continues Jan. 10 at the Flint Institute of Arts. “The Possibility of Her,” a feature-length documentary, highlights 12 women of color in non-traditional pursuits. Other panelists in non-traditional roles are Dr. Beverly Walker Griffea,…
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This Month in the Village, January: open skate, yoga, films, art, ballet
Compiled by Meghan Christian, Managing Editor “This Month”highlights a selection of events available to our readers—beginning . It is not an exhaustive list, rather a sampling of opportunities in the city. To submit events for February,email your event to Managing Editor Meghan Christian at meghan.christian22@gmail.com by Jan. 29. Happy New Year! Happy New Year from…
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Flint City Council December update: AECOM award, HUD contracts okayed
By Meghan Christian While personalities continued to clash at meetings, the Flint City Council (FCC) made key decisions at their two December meetings, awarding contracts to implement a $30 million housing grant and adding $1 million more than the original contract to AECOM for continuing water pipeline replacement. AECOM supplemental funds opposed but approved 5-4…
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Review: The Little Prince “tames” Rep audiences with good storytelling, acting, direction, and stage design
By Patsy Isenberg The stage version of “The Little Prince,” written by Rick Cummins and John Scoullar based on the beloved children’s book by French author Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, closed Dec. 23 after a successful run at the Flint Repertory Theater. The Rep’s execution of the endearing play, with only four characters, featured deft direction,…
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Commentary: People’s health comes first–fighting the Lead and Copper Rule is shameful
[This op-ed was originally published in the Detroit Free Press; reprinted with permission] By Ridgway White The most important function of government is to protect the safety and well-being of citizens. That’s why it’s disheartening to learn some southeast Michigan cities and the utilities that serve them are trying to thwart Michigan’s new Lead and…
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