The “sack” is back: reborn Hamady food center set to open July 24-25 in Hallwood Plaza
By Darlene C. Carey Less than a week away and after several delays, Hamady Complete Food Centers is finally opening its doors July 25. The resurrected company has invited the public to preview the renovated grocery store July 24 from 6 to 9 p.m. and witness the opening ribbon cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. July 25 at the Hallwood Plaza, 2629 W. Pierson Rd. Could this be an oasis in the food desert that has plagued Flint’s North End?...
Nancy Pelosi, Denny Heck blast GOP on Trump-Putin bromance in visit to Flint
By Jan Worth-Nelson The President of the United States owes an apology to the American people for his behavior toward Vladimir Putin, according to U.S. House of Representatives minority leader Nancy Pelosi in a visit to Flint today, adding “we can’t afford this blackmail.” Standing in spits of rain on Milbourne Avenue in Civic Park as part of a Congressional delegation hosted by Rep. Dan Kildee to assess progress in...
With Ben Carson on hand, City celebrates $30 million HUD grant for Atherton East replacement plan
By Jan Worth-Nelson The bomb-sniffing dog checked every bag at the door, and City Hall shut down for two hours. Outside, a well-known street character bellowed “America the Beautiful,” getting the words roughly accurate, as dignitaries trooped in. Eventually the lobby was packed, media with cameras and iPhones crammed against each other to get the best shots, a parade of speakers trotted out colorful thanks and...
“Uplifting Spirits”: a humanitarian journey with UM-Flint jazz combo to Maria-torn Puerto Rico
“Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything.” –Plato By Harold C. Ford Note: East Village Magazine writer Harold Ford has been visiting Puerto Rico since 1995. He’s walked the streets, eaten the food, visited the museums, studied the language, and swum in the waters that splash on its beautiful beaches. But he...
Review: Hot Friday the 13th downtown ARTWALK a feast of stellar art and music
By Patsy Isenberg A lot of people came to downtown Flint on Friday the 13th for ARTWALK, which takes place the second Friday of every month. ARTWALK is sponsored by The Greater Flint Arts Council (GFAC) and includes many galleries, bars and restaurants along and near Saginaw Street. It was hot that night. But at least it wasn’t raining or windy. It was actually a perfect night for the event and it did not disappoint the festival...
Forum draws six of eight 7th Circuit Court judicial candidates
By Paul Rozycki Judicial elections are typically rather quiet, predictable affairs, with few challengers and frequent incumbent victories. This year’s judicial election for the Genesee County 7th Circuit Court has generated more candidates than usual. In response, the League of Women Voters and the Genesee County Bar Association sponsored a forum for the judicial candidates July 11 at the Genesee County Administration Building. The...
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