Detroiter returns home to open dental practice on city’s east side
Detroit native Aisha Akpabio, D.D.S., opens the business in Jefferson Chalmers after practicing in Los Angeles and New York City.
Washtenaw County’s 5 best hiking routes
To help you get a start on your outdoor adventures this year, we’ve consulted two experts about some of their favorite local hiking spots, both on and off the (literal) beaten path.
More to explore: Community paddles aim to get more people on the water
"We want to have these paddling and bike events to bring people to the community...we want to add recreational events that highlight our water trails, and to make the entire population stay." -Lori Eschenberg
Ralphe Armstrong, Thornetta Davis, and more to perform at Jazzin’ at the Vanity
Jazzin' at the Vanity, which will be anchored in front of the historic Vanity Ballroom, will feature world-class jazz and blues performances across two stages, including Ralphe Armstrong, Thornetta Davis, Brandon Williams Jazz Explorations; and more.
Motor City Street Dance Academy brings hip-hop history and culture to southwest Detroit’s kids
As a teenager, Benito "Mav-One" Vasquez found refuge in hip-hop culture, transforming himself into a b-boy. Now he's bringing it to the kids in his southwest Detroit neighborhood.
American Riad to open this fall as hub for arts, culture, community building in North End
American Riad is introducing a residential concept that rethinks the traditional American home and challenges socially isolating aspects of the American neighborhood.
Michigan providers pursue holistic model for more affordable and effective healthcare
Integrated care involves not just physical co-location of services that are often isolated from one another, but also broader community-based solutions that promote good health.
Fox Creek Artscape to celebrate its opening in Jefferson Chalmers
The Fox Creek Artscape has transformed into a multifunctional community space, complete with a pavilion for community meetings and gatherings, a street-side fruit stand, public art space, extensive landscaping, and more.
Kresge Arts in Detroit announces 2019 fellowship awards
Now in its 11th year, Kresge Arts in Detroit has awarded local artists more than $5.5 million in no strings attached awards, including 198 Kresge Artist Fellowships of $25,000 each, 12 Gilda Awards of $5,000 each, and 11 Kresge Eminent Artist Awards of $50,000 each.
