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Jonathan Diener

Jonathan Diener is a world-traveling musician, comic writer, and freelance journalist having written for Vice, Alternative Press and The Hard Times. His charitable endeavors include the music compilation Not Safe To Drink: Music For Flint Water Crisis Relief, and HOPE: A Comic For Flint. Diener dedicates his time to staying creative and helping the Vehicle City whenever he can.

Flint Beat welcomes new photojournalist to its staff

Jonathan Diener Jun 1, 2020 0

Flint, MI — Hailing from Binghamton, NY, Flint Beat's new photojournalist, KT Kanazawich, said she's looking forward to giving people a well-rounded view of Flint. "I obviously did a lot of research before coming here," Kanazawich said.…

Coronavirus

Michigan pro wrestlers continue to make an impact during COVID-19

Jonathan Diener May 19, 2020 1

FLINT, MI — The physical contact aspect of sports entertainment still remains a major question for performers such as Michigan natives Jake Doyle and Yus Smith, who are continuing their path to wrestling superstardom at IMPACT! Wrestling.…

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Longtime journalist returns to newsroom after industry heartbreak

Jonathan Diener May 19, 2020 0

FLINT, MI — As Flint Beat continues to expand, they've enlisted the talents of Scott Atkinson, a multi-faceted journalist with years of experience covering Flint, to fill the role of managing editor. With the school semester coming to a…

Community

The Loft continues the party with ‘Virtual Happy Hour’ live stream

Jonathan Diener May 18, 2020 0

FLINT, MI — Following Governor Whitmer’s stay-at-home order, bars all over Michigan were instructed to temporarily shut down. The Loft’s owner, Rodney Ott, has been staying productive trying to navigate the situation. “Before the…

Community

Flint Beat founder moves into new role as publication continues to grow

Jonathan Diener May 11, 2020 0

Flint, MI — In addition to founding Flint Beat in 2017, Jiquanda Johnson has worn many hats for the publication including editor, reporter, and salesperson. Now for the very first time, she’s been able to shed the excess job titles and…

Community

Local musician takes performances online, champions local businesses

Jonathan Diener May 1, 2020 0

Flint, MI — Local musician Jason Waggoner is dealing with the closing of bars and venues due to the COVID-19 pandemic by bringing his talents from the stage to screen. Although the entertainment industry has been hit heavily, the silver…

Arts & Culture

Local comic artist finds silver lining during pandemic

Jonathan Diener Apr 30, 2020 0

Flint, MI — Despite the disastrous effects on business during the COVID-19 pandemic, including a freeze on comic distributions, local comic artist Josh Harris has found a silver lining. “This has definitely been a very unique…

Stir crazy? Flint’s own board game designer has some suggestions on what to play with friends

Jonathan Diener Apr 27, 2020 1

Flint,MI — With most families stuck at home, Green Couch Games founder, Jason Kotarski, wants to help them from going stir-crazy by introducing them to the world of tabletop gaming--the same thing that cured his boredom once before. “I…

Business News

Owner of ‘crushed’ Flint boutique finds new outlook on business as pandemic continues

Jonathan Diener Apr 21, 2020 1

FLINT, MI — Glam Boutiques owner Deria Brown just had to close all three of her brick and mortar retail spaces and move their operation to an online store. "The need to bring the online forward and kind of elevate it and be better at it…

Coronavirus

Stay-at-home order gives guitar teacher ‘kick in the pants’ to start online classes

Jonathan Diener Apr 20, 2020 0

FLINT, MI — Michael Arthur, owner of The Rock Stars Academy on Miller Road, has made the pivot to teaching online guitar lessons, offering a free introductory course during Michigan’s stay-at-home order. “I had about 20 or 25 students…

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