3 tips to boost your children’s self-esteem this school year
(Family Features) While packing bags and backpacks for school, there’s one essential that may be overlooked: children’s self-esteem. Although many children may feel confident and...
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5 ways traditions help us stay healthy and happy
PHOTO SOURCE: (c) JLco – Julia Amaral / iStock via Getty Images Plus (StatePoint) Health experts say that establishing and maintaining family traditions can boost...
Troubadours performance at MLK Peace Garden a time to cherish, despite the weather
Photos by Jenn Alexander, staff photographer for Flint Institute of Music Written by Tanya Terry Connie Edwards, a member of King Avenue PLUS, is one...
Genesee County to receive $2.2 million for early childhood education
By Jameca Patrick-Singleton Genesee County Community Action Resource Department (GCCARD) will receive $2.2 million in federal funding for the Head Start program, according to Congressman...
A fast, flavorful solution to simplify family meals
(Family Features) While the first step to a successful family meal is finding a recipe everyone loves, a second important piece to the puzzle is...
Enterprise Holdings Foundation donates $10,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee County’s mentoring programs
Flint, MI – The Enterprise Holdings Foundation has donated $10,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters Flint and Genesee County through their ROAD Forward program. The...
Rain moves Movies Under the Stars inside to Capitol Theater
Free family friendly film and fun finale Flint, Mich. – Communities First, Inc. is concluding its popular movie series called Movies Under the Stars tonight,...
Gov. Whitmer reminds parents there is still time to enroll four-year-old kids in free preschool program
LANSING, Mich. — Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Education are encouraging parents of four-year-old children across Michigan to contact their local school districts or...
Lawmakers being asked to develop programs and policies to ease youth mental health burdens
Featured photo: Monique Stanton, president and CEO at the Michigan League for Public Policy, shares KIDS COUNT data. Written by Tanya Terry 13.5% of Michigan...
Kid-friendly recipes to power through school days
(Family Features) A menu of filling, delicious recipes is just what your family needs to make each school day a successful educational adventure. Satisfying lunch...