UM-Flint hosts ‘Cracks in the Pavement’ community symposium on Nov 6
Event focuses on envisioning democratic futures in Flint and beyond FLINT, Mich. (October 30, 2025) — The University of Michigan-Flint will host “Cracks in the...
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State Treasurer Eubanks calls on Michiganders to volunteer for Free Tax Prep Programs
State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks is encouraging Michigan residents to make a difference this tax season by volunteering with free tax preparation programs such as the...
Steps to create a budget that empowers you
PHOTO SOURCE: (c) Jacob Wackerhausen / iStock via Getty Images Plus (StatePoint) According to personal finance experts, it may be time to rewrite your relationship...
Communities First, Inc. Co-Founder Essence Wilson honored with Michigan State University Alumni Service Award
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Michigan State University has selected Essence Wilson, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Communities First, Inc., as a recipient of the Alumni...
Local families urged to prepare for potentially ‘detrimental effect’ of SNAP monthly payment food benefits ending Nov. 1
Written by Tanya Terry, Featured photo Sommer Foster, executive director of Michigan Voices, photo courtesy of Ms. Foster The federal government let the State of...
Communities First Inc. offers financial education class for our troubled times
Featured photo: Many middle and lower class people have had trouble making ends meet since 2020. Image ©The Flint Courier News/L. M. Land/AI From Communities...
Raquel Thueme retires from Ruth Mott Foundation
Written by, and with photos by L. M. Land On October 23, 2025, over 150 people joined together to celebrate Raquel Thueme, retiring president of...
The Master’s Touch
Written by, with featured photo by L. M. Land Excerpts are from the book ‘The Master’s Touch, Find Your Gift’ by Pastor Kenneth R. Gillard...
Affordable Water Now Package could raise living standards
Featured photo: WEL Coalition advocates celebrate the introduction of Michigan’s Affordable Water Now Legislative Package in Lansing, Michigan, on October 29, 2025. PETOSKEY, MI (October...