Detroit has community buy-in for Solar Neighborhoods Initiative
With 139 square miles of land – some blighted or unused and ripe for repurposing – Detroit is well-positioned to develop solar farms to help power city buildings.
How a sisterhood of dentists is expanding public health across Metro Detroit
A collective of African American women dentists delivers public health care, mentorship, and trust to underserved patients across Detroit, Wayne County, and Macomb County.
Rx Kids officially launches in Detroit, marking largest expansion yet
Applications for Detroit families who want to enroll is Rx Kids are now open at RxKids.org and are also accessible through the City of Detroit’s website.
Partner Partner Content Rising optimism among small and middle market business leaders suggests growth for Michigan
Both small and midsize business leaders are feeling more confident to pursue growth opportunities, embrace emerging technologies and, in some cases, forge new strategic partnerships.
Composting project empowers Detroiters to reduce food waste, protect the environment
Food waste makes up one-quarter of landfill waste and contributes to more methane emissions than other landfill materials. The Detroit Community Composting Collective Project is out to curb food waste by training backyard composters.
Partner Partner Content Reduce Food Waste in Detroit by Composting
More than 6000 pounds of food waste have been composted. Between the overwhelming response to the call for participants and the comments from participants and even passerby at the co-op, the project has demonstrated a distinct enthusiasm for composting among city residents.
Detroit Warms Up in Time for Valentine’s Day Weekend: 10 Things to Do
Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a friends’ night out, or simply looking to experience something new, this Valentine’s Day weekend offers something for every mood.
What’s at stake for young families: Early childhood policy after the 2026 election
Anne Kuhnen, MLPP Kids Count policy director weighs in on early childhood education after the '26 gubernatorial election.
Health equity and representation drive Detroit dentist’s mission
Once inspired by a high school mentor, Dr. Michele Bloxson now advances health equity through public dentistry and trauma-informed care.
How Housing First stabilizes mental health
Without stable housing, meaningful mental health treatment is nearly impossible.
