Mexicantown

Detroit preservation group releases list of 10 endangered buildings, announces name change

In an effort to instigate a citywide dialogue about historic buildings that are in danger of demolition, Preservation Wayne — now called Preservation Detroit — has released a list entitled […]

The List: Where to Find Raw Lofts in Detroit

Want to find a real loft in Detroit to rent or own? Here's a list that should help you get started, ranked from raw to finished, and rent to own.

The Toronto Star highlights the magic of the Motor City

The Toronto Star's travel section takes a trip to Detroit, displaying that, though the city isn't perfect, it's still beautiful and inspiring and chalked full of character.

Film development Web site says, ‘Send them to Detroit’

CHUD.com (Cinematic Happenings Under Development) says Detroit's on it's way to more and more filming projects with it's 40 percent tax incentive for film makers.

Why Brownfields are Sexy: Clean Water and Air, a Better Economy, a Stronger Detroit

We don't know what your idea of sexy is, but we can't think of anything sexier than promoting development that can benefit the economy, environment and public health, all the while promoting density and making the region attractive to creative new economy types. Now that's hot.

Detroit Wants Art Now, So Here It Is

After deciding there was too much talk and not enough action, 100 galleries bring Art to Detroit Now this week.

8 Slam-Dunk Ways Detroit is Getting More Green

Finally, it seems like folks around here are seeing that raking in the green and living green aren't mutually exclusive. Here are 8 ways everything's going green in Detroit.

Grad student debates options for Detroit’s redevelopment

A University of Michigan graduate student in urban planning, Joseph Ciadella, crafts a cogent op-ed piece about Detroit corporate development strategy as opposed to smaller, organic strategies.

MSHDA funds to target blight in Hamtramck, Detroit and Highland Park

The cities of Detroit, Highland Park and Hamtramck may be receiving funds from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority targeted at specific blighted properties.

Visit Southwest Detroit, or Curing Your I-75 Orange Barrel Fever

So they've made a useless crater out of I-75. Are you going to let a little thing like a two-year detour stop you? Model D's got some tips for visiting the Southwest Detroit, Corktown and Mexicantown neighborhoods.

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