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Comment on Report: Mark Ingram to enter NFL draft by Jared Field

Jared Field — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 02:04:29 +0000

I don’t think that’s strange at all. A multi-purpose venue would be great for Flint.

Comment on Save the Date: (August 27) Vehicle City Gridiron Classic coming to Atwood Stadium by mark Gray

mark Gray — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 04:39:20 +0000

They have what they call the kick-off classic here in Horry county S.C. it pits area teams in a scrimmage of one quarter.Example 10 area teams play total of 5 quarters .This is a popular event attended by fans of all the teams often times with non traditional match ups .I think an event like this could be nice for stadium give attention to high school football .The kick-off classic draws well in the Myrtle Beach area .

Comment on UM-Flint students plan cross-country bike ride for hunger by Ken

Ken — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 19:13:08 +0000

I knew there were more out there like me. Props to ya! In 2009 I did a tour from MN to CA for hunger as well and will be leaving in early May of this year for an even longer tour under the same premise. http://www.treknacrossamerica.com
God Bless. Together we can all prosper!

Comment on Report: Mark Ingram to enter NFL draft by mark Gray

mark Gray — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 20:43:26 +0000

I have read that U of M Flint students are wanting Varsity sports.I think they should look into U.T.-Arlington’s Texas Hall it is used for concerts theater also basketball & volleyball games on stage.U of m Flint could duplicate this with Capital theater give school cool 1900 seat arena.This would solve problem of FACILITY FOR SPORTS ALSO HELP OLD THEATER.This might seem like strange idea but S.I. called Texas Hall one of best places to watch college basketball.The capital theater is nicer than Texas hall could be unique and great

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Tue, 22 Feb 2011 04:03:33 +0000

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Sat, 19 Feb 2011 09:43:12 +0000

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Comment on Blogger fights back against portrayal of Flint in media by emily

emily — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 01:59:47 +0000

Sorry, got swept up in a moment of nostalgia and hometown pride. There are a few things that I need to clarify. First, that I am mostly thinking about downtown. I honestly havent been to the east side, or the north end, Hasselbring Park, Dort Highway or even drove down any street named after a state.. for about a decade now. I would bet those areas are probably not all that different, if not worse. I know people are still hurting other people and smoking drugs and generally being destructive and in a lot of hardship. This is a large part of why Im not really someone who watches the news, or really listens to the radio. I go to school, work, and try to have a life, so following all the sadness in the world is not a priority. But I do know this, about 90% of the time that Flint is brought up, it is in a negative light. From a music video featuring Flint to the reactions of fellow classmates when I tell them where Im from. The problem here seems to be the focus on the horrors of Flint, which is easy to do when they have been in abundance for so long.. But, now I see something else in Flint also. A group of super hardworking amazing people that are trying really hard. Ive never seen this sort of positive effort in Flint before, granted its like shoveling snow with a spoon. I think that if people from Flint would start focusing on the changes that are being made, what can be done in the future and start defending their home (cause face it, if you went to school here its your hometown) maybe someday Flint can drop the homicide/violent crime/drug use lists.

Comment on Blogger fights back against portrayal of Flint in media by Maggie

Maggie — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 01:47:10 +0000

Hate to break the news to you, Dawn, but the media doesn’t report all that they see and hear-and if you believe all that you read, I have a bridge to sell you. I just love how those who’ve moved away always are so quick to offer a negative opinion of the city I proudly call home. Bad-mouth us all you want, we know what’s really happening in Flint.

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Thu, 27 Jan 2011 01:17:21 +0000

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Comment on Blogger fights back against portrayal of Flint in media by emily

emily — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:52:13 +0000

Not trying to start an argument, but when was the last time youve gone back to Flint? It really is moving up. I did the same thing, left town as soon as I could and never wanted to come back. Well, I have family and friends there so of course I have been back and the changes I see every time I visit are surprisingly heartwarming. The heart of the city, and the people who are dedicating their time and energy to Flint are simply inspiring. After all we have been through Flint still doesnt say die! What is truely unfortunate is that no one will know this until the media also jumps on the repair truck.