East Village Magazine

26/11/2025

In his November commentary, Paul Rozycki considers what he finds himself thankful for this year — from a new Flint school building to surprising acts of forgiveness.

By Paul Rozycki The recent photos of heavy equipment smashing the walls of the East Wing of the White House may be an appropriate symbol of what is going on with our nation today. With armed troops…

25/11/2025

In her Village Life column this month, Jan-Worth Nelson considers the abundant expectations of Thanksgiving in a time of uncertainty.

By Jan Worth-Nelson It’s tough to greet you, dear readers, at a time on the calendar which is supposed to be about abundance, when millions of Americans do not know where their next meal will come …

23/11/2025

Margreat Handley was named 'Ms. Senior Flint' at last month's "Age of Splendor" pageant at the Mays Senior and Community Center. With her next pageant set for 2026, EVM Editor Kate Stockrahm sat down to catch up with the freshly crowned queen and hear how the first month of her reign has shaped up. Congratulations, Margreat! 👑

By Kate Stockrahm Margreat Handley has had a lot to celebrate lately. Not only did she just turn 71, but on October 11, 2025, she was crowned Ms. Senior Flint at the Mays Senior and Community Cente…

21/11/2025

With the holiday fast approaching, EVM put together a list of some of Flint's many free turkey and meal giveaways. If we missed yours, or you know that details of a posted event have changed, please let us know in the comments!

By EVM Staff As the Thanksgiving holiday nears, Flint organizations, churches, and restaurants are sharing in the giving spirit with offers of free turkeys, hot meals, and other support. Here& #8217…

18/11/2025

In his latest commentary, EVM's Paul Rozycki shares the arguments from each side of the Mundy Township megasite debate at last week's public forum — as well as his happy surprise at the civility of the discussion.

By Paul Rozycki The recent public forum discussing the proposed Mundy Township megasite outlined four important points. After losing nearly 70,000 GM jobs in recent decades, Genesee County needs mo…

15/11/2025

This month’s edition of The East Village Magazine offers a reflective commentary for the Thanksgiving season, with columnist Paul Rozycki listing ten reasons for gratitude amidst national political turmoil. These range from the peaceful “No Kings” protest rallies and Democratic electoral victories to local positive developments, such as the end of a political deadlock on the Flint City Council and the construction of new buildings for Flint Community Schools. The issue also highlights local individuals, featuring a profile of Margreat Handley, who was recently crowned Ms. Senior Flint and advocates for senior fitness.

Further enriching this community-focused issue is a review of a book by local author Mario D. Booker, which examines racial bias in digital algorithms, and an original poem by Joshua Leland Sauvie that reflects on Flint’s changing landscape. The magazine rounds out its content with a column on finding joy and purpose through community engagement and a comprehensive list of upcoming local events, from holiday markets to cultural performances, solidifying its role as a dedicated chronicle of life in and around Flint’s East Village.

https://www.eastvillagemagazine.org/2025/11/15/the-east-village-magazine-november-2025/

13/11/2025

The City of Flint has confirmed it will continue to honor "all issued food vouchers" from its food voucher program despite the end of the federal shutdown.

More details on where issued vouchers can be redeemed has been provided, but it remains unclear if the City will also continue to distribute new vouchers to eligible residents who planned to get them during next week's publicized voucher pick-up timing.

By EVM Staff In a Nov. 13 City of Flint press release, Mayor Sheldon Neeley confirmed the city will move forward with its food voucher program to aid Flint residents and federal employees affected …

13/11/2025

“In a land of famine,” Rev. Dr. Reginald Flynn said to those gathered for the opening of the North Flint Food Market Cooperative on Nov. 12. “Amidst of a forgotten people and a disinvested North Flint corridor... Today I see – we see – victory in the valley.”

By Kate Stockrahm The North Flint Food Market, a long-anticipated co-op grocery store near the corner of Clio and Pierson roads, opened for business on November 12, 2025. “We thank you right now, L…

12/11/2025

While the federal shutdown may be nearing an end, organizations that stepped in to support those whose SNAP benefits and paychecks remain in limbo are still working overtime in Flint.

By Kate Stockrahm While the federal shutdown may be nearing an end, organizations that stepped in to support those whose SNAP benefits and paychecks remain in limbo are still working overtime. “We …

11/11/2025

Thank you to all our nation's veterans, today and every day. 🇺🇸

10/11/2025

The Ballenger Eminent Persons Lecture Series is breaking with its normal programming to host a public forum and panel discussion regarding the Mundy Township megasite this Thursday, Nov. 13 at 7 pm.

Bill Ballenger told EVM he hopes that all those who attend, from invited panelists to area residents, can learn from each other at the event.

Panelists: U.S. Congressman Dan Kildee; State Senator John Cherry; Mackinac Center for Public Policy Director of Fiscal Policy James Hohman; Mundy Township resident and local engineer JoAn Mende

Moderator: Jim Kiertzner, former area journalist

By Kate Stockrahm In a departure from its usual programming, Mott Community College’s Ballenger Eminent Persons Lecture Series will host a panel discussion and public forum this Thursday, Nov…