Human Trafficking Awareness Coloring Book breaks down a serious topic for young people
Written by Tanya Terry, with photos courtesy of Cheryl Cole Featured photo: Evan Foster (left) and Cheryl Cole (right), who is the CEO of James...
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McDonald Rivet defends food assistance for children
*WATCH HERE* WASHINGTON— On April 8, during a hearing of the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) slammed efforts to cut...
During World Autism Month, local business launches new in-home program to help children living with autism have better outcomes
Written by Tanya Terry Every April is World Autism Month, with autism now affecting one in 36 children in the U.S., according to the U.S....
City of Flint Literacy Week: Black Dandelion Convergent Voice-taking place this week
Written by L. M. Land, with photos by L. M. Land “Proclamation: In recognition of National Poetry Month and the integrative, education platform, Black Dandelion:...
State officials still fighting for Flint Schools’ right to keep $15.6 million in federal funding
Written by Tanya Terry Featured photo: Dr. Pamela Pugh, president of the Michigan State Board of Education After the U.S. Department of Education pulled back...
Midwest Invitational Rodeo returns with non-stop action, culture and a powerful wellness fair
Flint, MI – The Midwest Invitational Rodeo (MWIR) is galloping back into Genesee County Fairgrounds from June 13 – 14, 2025, promising an unforgettable weekend...
STEM Day brings hands-on science, technology and innovation to families
FLINT, MI – STEMNETICS is inviting the community to a day of discovery and hands-on learning at the Flint STEM Day. The event will take...
During Reading Month, local author reads with kids to encourage emotional intelligence
Written by Tanya Terry Featured photo: Local author Darcele Robinson, LLMSW, PhD, with the Zeta Omega Zeta youth in Saginaw, photo provided by Dr. Robinson...
Flint Center for Educational Excellence to send two advocates to nation’s capital
(FLINT, Mich. Feb. 20, 2025) — Representatives of the Flint Parent Collaborative (FPC), an initiative of the Flint Center for Educational Excellence (Flint Center), will...
Nurturing this trait could bolster kids’ confidence
The unexpected benefits of creativity (Family Features) Creative expression not only helps children convey their thoughts and feelings, but it also helps build the self-esteem...