Deshawn Williams, 10, of Flint, poses with the bike he chose during the Krystal Jo's Diner's Second Annual Bicycle Giveaway in Flint, Michigan. Over 150 bicycles were collected to giveaway to children in the community through a raffle.

Deshawn Williams, 10, of Flint, poses with the bike he chose during the Krystal Jo's Diner's Second Annual Bicycle Giveaway in Flint, Michigan. Over 150 bicycles were collected to giveaway to children in the community through a raffle.

A member of Henoko Blue, a civilian canoe team, paddles out to peacefully protest the construction of a new U.S. military base in Oura Bay, Okinawa. The project involves dumping 21 million cubic meters of soil into the "sea of treasures," threatening

A member of Henoko Blue, a civilian canoe team, paddles out to peacefully protest the construction of a new U.S. military base in Oura Bay, Okinawa. The project involves dumping 21 million cubic meters of soil into the "sea of treasures," threatening Okinawa’s last intact coral reef and over 5,334 species of marine life, including 262 endangered species like the dugong.

John Hardy, of Flint, center, waits for voters to arrive at the Berston Field House polling location to cast their votes during the primary election on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 in Flint, Mich. The ballot included races for Genesee County commissioners

John Hardy, of Flint, center, waits for voters to arrive at the Berston Field House polling location to cast their votes during the primary election on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 in Flint, Mich. The ballot included races for Genesee County commissioners, and other local offices from clerks to board members, as well as the Democratic nomination for Genesee County Sheriff.

David Main of Jasper took a clock from the wall while collecting salvageable items after a tornado destroyed the home of his friends, Ed and Kathy Vollmer, Wednesday, March 1, 2017, in Ireland.

David Main of Jasper took a clock from the wall while collecting salvageable items after a tornado destroyed the home of his friends, Ed and Kathy Vollmer, Wednesday, March 1, 2017, in Ireland.

Walter Johnson, an employee of Republic Waste Services, collects garbage from Maricela Gonzalez, 4, of Flint, during his rounds on Friday, August 5, 2016 in Flint, Mich. Republic Waste Services continues to collect trash on an interim basis while the

Walter Johnson, an employee of Republic Waste Services, collects garbage from Maricela Gonzalez, 4, of Flint, during his rounds on Friday, August 5, 2016 in Flint, Mich. Republic Waste Services continues to collect trash on an interim basis while the city of Flint and its Mayor Karen Weaver's administration work out the details of the city's garbage contract.

Flint resident Dolores Garcia was selected by the city to have her pipes replaced to help protect from lead poisoning. "[The water] was terrible," Garcia said. "They lent me some bottle for them to test [the water] and that’s where they got me. They

Flint resident Dolores Garcia was selected by the city to have her pipes replaced to help protect from lead poisoning. "[The water] was terrible," Garcia said. "They lent me some bottle for them to test [the water] and that’s where they got me. They came here two, three times to test. They fixed [the pipe] and I’m happy, but I haven’t gotten better water. I don’t drink it. I’ve just been using the bottled water. I don’t use the water for nothing, only for my bath [and dishes]. They’re still testing [the water] once every month until February and they’re sending me papers. I won’t drink it until I know that…it is good water."

Flint police officers padlock Liquor Plus Mini Mart after a temporary restraining order was granted by Genesee Circuit Judge Judith Fullerton against the business and its owner on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2016 on the north side of Flint, Michigan. Three sho

Flint police officers padlock Liquor Plus Mini Mart after a temporary restraining order was granted by Genesee Circuit Judge Judith Fullerton against the business and its owner on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2016 on the north side of Flint, Michigan. Three shootings have occurred outside the Liquor Plus Mini Mart since July 29, including the death of 27-year-old Corandis Jenkins, a teenager shot at a vigil for Jenkins and a 10-year-old who was shot inside a vehicle. The restraining order is valid for seven days, in which time Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton will try to have the business closed for an extended period of time.

Kimika, of Okinawa City, visits her grandmother in Naha, a speaker of Uchinaaguchi—an endangered Ryukyuan language distinct from Japanese. While Japan’s historical assimilation policies and the devastation of the 1945 Battle of Okinawa nearly erased

Kimika, of Okinawa City, visits her grandmother in Naha, a speaker of Uchinaaguchi—an endangered Ryukyuan language distinct from Japanese. While Japan’s historical assimilation policies and the devastation of the 1945 Battle of Okinawa nearly erased the indigenous tongue, a modern movement now strives to reclaim and preserve Ryukyuan heritage.

James Mason Jr., a Flint native and long-time friend of Donte Williams, lights candles with other friends and family of Williams to remember and to celebrate his life during a vigil service on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 at the Flat Lot in downtown Flint,

James Mason Jr., a Flint native and long-time friend of Donte Williams, lights candles with other friends and family of Williams to remember and to celebrate his life during a vigil service on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 at the Flat Lot in downtown Flint, Mich. Earlier that day, Williams was shot multiple times and killed at the lot. "We ain't have to be blood to be brothers," Mason said of his friend of almost 15 years. "Sometime water is thicker than blood when you've been through the mud. That's how we was."

Charlene Butts, of Fenton, looks at a remnant of the World Trade Center incorporated into a 9/11 memorial that her son helped to design during its installation at Fenton Fire Department's memorial ceremony honoring those lost in the 9/11 attacks on t

Charlene Butts, of Fenton, looks at a remnant of the World Trade Center incorporated into a 9/11 memorial that her son helped to design during its installation at Fenton Fire Department's memorial ceremony honoring those lost in the 9/11 attacks on the 15 year anniversary Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016 in Fenton, Mich.

Bill Clinton visits Grace Emmanuel Baptist Church on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016 in Flint.

Bill Clinton visits Grace Emmanuel Baptist Church on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016 in Flint.

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Melvin Orellana, 15, left, caught a rebound while his sister Margery Villalta, 11, tied up the hair of their cousin Cinita Lopez, 3, outside their home in Huntingburg.

Melvin Orellana, 15, left, caught a rebound while his sister Margery Villalta, 11, tied up the hair of their cousin Cinita Lopez, 3, outside their home in Huntingburg.

After pitching several consecutive walks, Enny Romero takes a break in the dugout during a game against the Norfolk Tides at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park.

After pitching several consecutive walks, Enny Romero takes a break in the dugout during a game against the Norfolk Tides at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park.

American Legion Riders Post 147 member Greg Smith of Holland laid a torn flag over the fire during Friday night’s flag burning ceremony at the Dubois County 4-H Fairgrounds in Bretzville. The Dubois County Veterans Council hosted the annual ceremony

American Legion Riders Post 147 member Greg Smith of Holland laid a torn flag over the fire during Friday night’s flag burning ceremony at the Dubois County 4-H Fairgrounds in Bretzville. The Dubois County Veterans Council hosted the annual ceremony where more than 2,000 worn and tattered flags were properly disposed of and new flags were available for purchase.

A miniature 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air sits in the window of Denny Vowell's 1955 Custom Chevrolet Bel Air during the Mount Morris Tune Up event in Mount Morris. The final tune up event offered an opportunity for the community to view a variety of classic

A miniature 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air sits in the window of Denny Vowell's 1955 Custom Chevrolet Bel Air during the Mount Morris Tune Up event in Mount Morris. The final tune up event offered an opportunity for the community to view a variety of classic cars on display before Back to the Bricks week.

Joel James of the North Carolina Tarheels goes up for a layup as Will Freeman of Guilford attempts to block the shot during the men's preseason exhibition game at the Dean Smith Center. UNC defeated Guilford 99-49.

Joel James of the North Carolina Tarheels goes up for a layup as Will Freeman of Guilford attempts to block the shot during the men's preseason exhibition game at the Dean Smith Center. UNC defeated Guilford 99-49.

Flint firefighters and other emergency personnel respond to a vacant house fire during Devil's Night on Monday, Oct. 31, 2016 in Flint. Devil's Night received its name for its association with arson and other serious vandalism on the night before Hal

Flint firefighters and other emergency personnel respond to a vacant house fire during Devil's Night on Monday, Oct. 31, 2016 in Flint. Devil's Night received its name for its association with arson and other serious vandalism on the night before Halloween. In the late 1980s, the destruction peaked when hundreds of houses were destroyed in Detroit's inner-cities and surrounding areas.

Kayla Shannon, 15, of Grand Blanc, works on writing a poem while at her home in Grand Blanc. The high school freshman at Grand Blanc High School often uses her poetry to address social justice issues that she encounters in her daily life. "You can ne

Kayla Shannon, 15, of Grand Blanc, works on writing a poem while at her home in Grand Blanc. The high school freshman at Grand Blanc High School often uses her poetry to address social justice issues that she encounters in her daily life. "You can never run out of things to say," Shannon said.

Cowboys and cowgirls trot around the arena to prepare to compete during the 14th Gaines Community Rodeo at in Gaines, M.I. The rodeo featured steer wrestling, cattle roping and bull riding, as well as other events and activities that drew out hundred

Cowboys and cowgirls trot around the arena to prepare to compete during the 14th Gaines Community Rodeo at in Gaines, M.I. The rodeo featured steer wrestling, cattle roping and bull riding, as well as other events and activities that drew out hundreds of spectators from Genesee County.

Sarah Provencher, of Davison, swings her daughter Savannah Provencher, 4, during the Apple Crunch Day at Applewood Estate in Flint.

Sarah Provencher, of Davison, swings her daughter Savannah Provencher, 4, during the Apple Crunch Day at Applewood Estate in Flint.

Thousands gather for the All-Okinawa Eisa Festival in Okinawa City to honor ancestral spirits through a traditional dance originally performed during the Obon season. Accompanied by the sanshin, a three-stringed Ryukyuan lute, the festival serves as

Thousands gather for the All-Okinawa Eisa Festival in Okinawa City to honor ancestral spirits through a traditional dance originally performed during the Obon season. Accompanied by the sanshin, a three-stringed Ryukyuan lute, the festival serves as a vital reclamation of Okinawan culture following decades of forced Japanese assimilation. Today, these celebrations are essential to preserving a heritage and language now classified as endangered.