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Flint Beat was launched by veteran journalist Jiquanda Johnson in 2017 to fill news gaps in an underserved community after Flint, Mich. residents said they needed more from their news coverage. Before our launch, community members said they were tired of seeing news filled with only crime, sports, and Flint’s ongoing water crisis.
City plans to rename senior center in honor of Eric Mays
6 hours ago · Flint, Mich. — The City of Flint has announced plans to rename the Hasselbring Senior Center in honor of the late Eric Mays. This decision comes after the city served an eviction notice to the nonprofit that currently manages the center.
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Oct 25, 2024 · Flint, MI — Every Wednesday and Friday, you can find 79-year-old Rev. William Whitaker at weekly cellphone and computer classes offered by Hasselbring Senior Center. The center offers outings, dancing, cooking and nutrition classes, free groceries, and classes to protect seniors from fraud and ...
Flint councilwoman faces recall effort - Flint Beat
Nov 26, 2024 · Flint — Four recall petitions were filed to remove 6th Ward Flint City Councilwoman Tonya Burns. This marks the first time Burns has been at the receiving end of a recall attempt since the start of her term in 2021.
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Flint redesigns network after cyber attack
Aug 26, 2024 · “I do want everyone to rest assured that we will make sure that we follow the charter and have the necessary meetings that we are supposed to have according to the charter,” said Flint City Council Vice President, Candice Mushatt, during an August 26 press conference updating the community on the issue.
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Flint Cultural Center to kick off 39th Annual Holiday Walk. Flint, MI — The Flint Cultural Center is hosting its 39th Annual Holiday Walk on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Flint Mayor faces third recall attempt - Flint Beat
Dec 6, 2024 · Flint, MI — Another series of recall petitions has been filed against Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley, making this the third time this year a resident has attempted to oust him from his elected seat.