Roses for Rita: A brief history of a long vacancy in the North End
The St. Rita apartments, a historic 100-year-old building that's been vacant since the early 2000s, will be renovated into 26 units for low-income residents. But what took so long?
North End
The North End is a neighborhood that's generally defined as east of Woodward Ave., west of I-75, south of Webb and north of E. Grand Blvd. It's main commercial corridor, Oakland Ave., has been economically depressed for many years and the residential streets have varying levels of densities. Despite these difficulties, the neighborhood is home to some incredibly innovative and resilient farmers, artists, activists, and developers.
3 takeaways from Urban Consulate discussion on how new residents can honor black communities
Yodit Mesfin Johnson lead a recent discussion at the Urban Consulate which considered the question, "How can white people assimilate into black communities with respect and honor?"
Q&A: Steven Harris of Rebound Construction on the North End bouncing back
Model D spoke to Steven Harris, a developer from the North End working in the North End, about developing responsibly, how the neighborhood is changing, and more.
North End nonprofit saves low-income family homes from foreclosure
In October, the North End's Vanguard Community Development Corporation prevented 24 low-income family homes, collectively called Melrose Square, from going into foreclosure.
More than words: How a DIY literary culture enriches the North End
The North End is home to a vibrant collection of writers, poets, storytellers, and literary advocates imbuing the neighborhood with their artistry.
How the North End became Detroit’s home base for techno
The North End has been home to seminal Motown musicians, and local venues have hosted some of the great soul and R&B acts of all time. But it also has an important place in the history of techno music.
Reconnecting with their roots: The past, present, and future of Jewish life in the North End
The North End was once a vibrant hub of Jewish life until most of its population followed the path of others during the era of "white flight." Now, some younger Jews are reconnecting with their roots in the neighborhood.
A new kind of connection: How the North End became a testing ground for innovative technologies
In a neighborhood where personal connections run deep, a number of tech-savvy residents in the North End are trying to educate and innovate to create digital connections as well.
Just try keeping up with Phillis Judkins, the 70-year-old North End resident who does everything
Since moving to the North End and becoming captain of her block club, the tireless Phillis Judkins has started a safety patrol team and after-school education group. Now she wants to build a putt-putt golf course.
Meet Model D’s On the Ground team
Here's the team that'll be bringing you weekly reporting and engaging residents in the North End.
