The lives and stories of Flint residents, creative artists, entrepreneurs, events, and more from journalist Xzavier V. Simon through Flintside news media.
Flint chef celebrates Japanese culture with a pop-up restaurant Somas Ramen | Photo: Xzavier V. Simon
Jon Connor: Making new music, sharing knowledge, & building a legacy in Flint | Photo: Lindsey Ayotte
Jada Ali discusses the reality of women in Hip Hop and being her own boss | Photo: Cryptic_filth
Fatherhood, music, and influence: the new era of King Ca$hes | Courtesy Photo
Flint native Ashton Edwards redefines ballet and does it all “en pointe” | Courtesy Photo
Flint activist Jo Ikigai creates her own truth through activism and creative pursuits | Photo: Xandr B. Photography
Getting Fit in Flint with “Zumba Diva” and Harambee Wellness founder Marquita Adams | Photo: Xandr B. Photography
The “ego death” and creative rebirth of UM-Flint graduate Brittini Ward | Photo: Xandr B. Photography
The breakage and amelioration of Stereo(TYPE)s with Dr. Jonah Mixon-Webster | Photo: Xzavier V. Simon
Bringing "flame to the booth" with JB Smok3zz | Photo: Jen Veloso
Going full throttle with Flint’s “blue-collar grunge-hop” artist RaskE | Photo: Jenifer Veloso
The "raw and authentic" story of Flint's music rebel Velly Beretta | Photo: Moniruj Dhrubo
Becoming the power source of Flint with The 810 Flow | Photo: Jen Veloso
A curated journey of vulnerability with The Pop up Shop’s Figga Da Kid | Photo: Moniruj Dhrubo
Introducing Buckham Gallery’s 2nd Writer In Residence: Natasha Thomas | Photo: Moniruj Dhrubo
A cultural fusion with Flint Chibi Series graphic designer Jay Kay | Photo: Jenifer Veloso
From tragedy to spiritual triumph with custom pressed flower shop, Sincerely, Sage Jo | Photo: Bryce Mata
A conversation with director, writer, and actor of the soul-stirring stage play 'Wrong River' | Courtesy Photo
The waves, vibes, and vision of Ace Gabbana | Photo: Bryce Mata
Family, motherhood, and the life of Kids Like Mine founder, LaTashia Carter-Perry | Photo: Moniruj Dhrubo
Finding peace through imperfection with Jeff Skigh and 'The Flatlot Chronicles' | Photo: Bryce Mata
From Glizzy Fest to Concrete Jungle, Flint comes alive with summer concerts | Photo: Jenifer Veloso
"To live beyond limitations" with Kiara Tyler, Founder and CEO of Kalm Clothing | Photo: Bryce Mata
"The faded but not forgotten" history of Boblo Island | Courtesy Photo