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A Century of HopeWhaley Children’s Center Celebrates 100 Years of Caring for Michigan’s Most Vulnerable Youth

For 100 years, Whaley Children’s Center has been a place where children find safety, stability, and hope. As the Flint-based nonprofit celebrates its centennial in 2026, the organization is reflecting....

For 100 years, Whaley Children’s Center has been a place where children find safety, stability, and hope. As the Flint-based nonprofit celebrates its centennial in 2026, the organization is reflecting on a century of service while continuing to evolve to meet the changing needs of Michigan’s most vulnerable youth.

Second ChancesMeet Tootsie RollA very sweet Abyssinian guinea pig

This is Tootsie Roll! She is a 1½- year-old Abyssinian Guinea pig. She is very sweet. She likes to be handled and will let out a squeal if she hears....

This is Tootsie Roll! She is a 1½- year-old Abyssinian Guinea pig. She is very sweet. She likes to be handled and will let out a squeal if she hears a bag crinkle. She loves snacks.

Why Reducing Screen Time MattersWhat the Research Says About Children, Brain Development, and Mental Health

By almost any measure, childhood has changed dramatically in the past 20 years. Many children now spend hours each day using smartphones, tablets, computers, televisions, and gaming devices. While technology....

By almost any measure, childhood has changed dramatically in the past 20 years. Many children now spend hours each day using smartphones, tablets, computers, televisions, and gaming devices. While technology offers educational benefits and convenience, a growing body of research suggests that excessive recreational screen time may interfere with healthy brain development, learning, emotional regulation, sleep, and mental health.

From One-Room Schoolhouses to Modern ClassroomsA Century of Change, and the Communities That Built It All

Over the past century, schools have changed in ways that are both visible in the hallways and invisible in the hearts of the communities they serve. What was once a....

Editor’s Letter

I sure hope everyone is enjoying this Michigan summer as much as I am. As I write this column, we’re just past the Fourth of July celebrations and appreciating the....

I sure hope everyone is enjoying this Michigan summer as much as I am. As I write this column, we’re just past the Fourth of July celebrations and appreciating the fact that this beautiful country is now 250 years old. My husband and I were fortunate to be invited to two get-togethers on Lake Fenton on July 4. One party was filled with young families and children enjoying the lake, while the other reunited old friends. Both were equally wonderful. We ended the evening on our patio, taking in the fireworks all around us. We’re especially grateful that our dog doesn’t pay attention to the loud booms.

Making the Most of AugustFamily Fun, Community Traditions and Summer Memories Await

By Sharon Stone There is something special about August in the Greater Flint area. Summer is in full swing, the days are still long and warm, and families are determined....

By Sharon Stone

Top Stories

A Century of HopeWhaley Children’s Center Celebrates 100 Years of Caring for Michigan’s Most Vulnerable Youth

For 100 years, Whaley Children’s Center has been a place where children find safety, stability, and hope. As the Flint-based nonprofit celebrates its centennial in 2026, the organization is reflecting....

For 100 years, Whaley Children’s Center has been a place where children find safety, stability, and hope. As the Flint-based nonprofit celebrates its centennial in 2026, the organization is reflecting on a century of service while continuing to evolve to meet the changing needs of Michigan’s most vulnerable youth.

Second ChancesMeet Tootsie RollA very sweet Abyssinian guinea pig

This is Tootsie Roll! She is a 1½- year-old Abyssinian Guinea pig. She is very sweet. She likes to be handled and will let out a squeal if she hears....

This is Tootsie Roll! She is a 1½- year-old Abyssinian Guinea pig. She is very sweet. She likes to be handled and will let out a squeal if she hears a bag crinkle. She loves snacks.

Why Reducing Screen Time MattersWhat the Research Says About Children, Brain Development, and Mental Health

By almost any measure, childhood has changed dramatically in the past 20 years. Many children now spend hours each day using smartphones, tablets, computers, televisions, and gaming devices. While technology....

By almost any measure, childhood has changed dramatically in the past 20 years. Many children now spend hours each day using smartphones, tablets, computers, televisions, and gaming devices. While technology offers educational benefits and convenience, a growing body of research suggests that excessive recreational screen time may interfere with healthy brain development, learning, emotional regulation, sleep, and mental health.

From One-Room Schoolhouses to Modern ClassroomsA Century of Change, and the Communities That Built It All

Over the past century, schools have changed in ways that are both visible in the hallways and invisible in the hearts of the communities they serve. What was once a....

Editor’s Letter

I sure hope everyone is enjoying this Michigan summer as much as I am. As I write this column, we’re just past the Fourth of July celebrations and appreciating the....

I sure hope everyone is enjoying this Michigan summer as much as I am. As I write this column, we’re just past the Fourth of July celebrations and appreciating the fact that this beautiful country is now 250 years old. My husband and I were fortunate to be invited to two get-togethers on Lake Fenton on July 4. One party was filled with young families and children enjoying the lake, while the other reunited old friends. Both were equally wonderful. We ended the evening on our patio, taking in the fireworks all around us. We’re especially grateful that our dog doesn’t pay attention to the loud booms.

Making the Most of AugustFamily Fun, Community Traditions and Summer Memories Await

By Sharon Stone There is something special about August in the Greater Flint area. Summer is in full swing, the days are still long and warm, and families are determined....

By Sharon Stone

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Articles

Second ChancesMeet Tootsie RollA very sweet Abyssinian guinea pig

This is Tootsie Roll! She is a 1½- year-old Abyssinian Guinea pig. She is very sweet. She likes to be handled and will let out a squeal if she hears a bag crinkle. She loves snacks.

Why Reducing Screen Time MattersWhat the Research Says About Children, Brain Development, and Mental Health

By almost any measure, childhood has changed dramatically in the past 20 years. Many children now spend hours each day using smartphones, tablets, computers, televisions, and gaming devices. While technology offers educational benefits and convenience, a growing body of research suggests that excessive recreational screen time may interfere with healthy brain development, learning, emotional regulation, sleep, and mental health.

COLUMNS

Making the Most of AugustFamily Fun, Community Traditions and Summer Memories Await

By Sharon Stone

Sometimes a vacation isn’t what we expectedAnd that’s okay

By Alexandria Nolan-Miller

EDITORS LETTERS

Editor’s Letter

I sure hope everyone is enjoying this Michigan summer as much as I am. As I write this column, we’re just past the Fourth of July celebrations and appreciating the fact that this beautiful country is now 250 years old. My husband and I were fortunate to be invited to two get-togethers on Lake Fenton on July 4. One party was filled with young families and children enjoying the lake, while the other reunited old friends. Both were equally wonderful. We ended the evening on our patio, taking in the fireworks all around us. We’re especially grateful that our dog doesn’t pay attention to the loud booms.

Editor’s Letter

Last month My City celebrated its 13th year as your local magazine, focused on covering all of the creative, artistic, successful, positive individuals and events of the greater Flint area. This month, I am celebrating one year with My City. The previous publisher and editor, Vince Lorraine and Sherron Barden, created a fantastic local magazine that was filled from cover to cover with interesting stories, and reputable businesses ready to take care of all of your needs. After leaving the newspaper business after more than 20 years, I stepped into this role with the new publisher, Laura Constable, knowing that we didn’t want to mess with a good thing. We, however, added a few new features that allowed us to showcase even more local people.

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Genesee Landlords AssociationA Legacy of Advocacy, Education, and Community”

For more than five decades, the Genesee Landlords Association (GLA) has served as a steady voice for property owners in Genesee County, championing their interests, providing critical resources, and fostering a strong sense of community.

A Smarter Step ForwardHow Hurley Medical Center Is Redefining Knee Replacement”

What if knee replacement surgery could be tailored as precisely as a fingerprint, designed specifically for your body, your movement, and your life? At Hurley Medical Center, that future isn’t years away; it’s happening right now. With the introduction of cutting-edge robotic technology, patients facing knee replacement surgery can feel more confident than ever that their care is personalized, precise, and built for better outcomes.

EATS

Big Flavor, Big Portions and a Local Owner Who Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way

More Than BrunchHow The Pig and The Hen Is Redefining the Flint Dining Experience



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