Congressional Democrats tour pipe replacement site, pledge ongoing support for Flint
By Jan Worth-Nelson When Ricky Baty, 55, got out of prison two years ago after six years behind bars, he came back to his childhood home on Milbourne Avenue in north Flint, where he and his brother have tried to keep things going after his father’s death. He noticed people getting water from trucks, and the news about lead in the water. One of the first things he heard was people talking fearfully about “babies...
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?...
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...
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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