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.

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.

Leading with Care; Model D’s Newest Managing Editor, Kyla L. Wright, on legacy, community, and stewarding Detroit’s stories forward

In a city where Black culture and innovation shape every layer of life, representation in media leadership is not only symbolic: it is essential. I am honored to steward this publication forward with that responsibility in mind.

Detroit CDFI Coalition celebrates impact, advocates for funds to further propel growth, prosperity in communities

Detroit CDFI Coalition members continue to collaborate together, and advocate collectively for consistent Michigan CDFI funding to further propel their impactful mission-driven work in communities.

When facing eviction, Detroit tenants don’t have to stand alone

Before Detroit’s Right to Counsel ordinance, roughly 83 percent of landlords arrived in eviction court with attorneys, while only about 4 percent of tenants did.

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