"When we invest in music and museums, in poetry and performances, we are investing in the fiber that strengthens our communities," says Victoria J. Rogers, vice president of arts at Knight Foundation.
Model D sat down with the three couples featured in the Detroit series of the reality TV show "Love & Marriage". For creator and producer, Carlos King, filming in Detroit is a hometown triumph: "I knew the world would be interested in seeing what the new Detroit looks like and these three couples represent that effort."
A lack of electronic vehicle charging stations in some parts of Detroit is an indication of a wider issue, but there are plans to fill the gaps.
On Juneteenth this year, music collective D.Cipher will kick off a 12-week Black Bottom Live Music Series.
Six nonprofit organizations serving underserved small businesses in Detroit will receive a portion of a $2 million commitment from JPMorgan Chase, the financial organization announced this week.
Detroit has always hustled harder. Here are three entrepreneurs who are part of a much bigger movement that supports small businesses in our city.
Our talented team received first place in the digital category for education reporting for the powerful series Early Education Matters, and fourth place in Consumer/Watchdog/Investigative Reporting, Feature Reporting, and Social Media Strategy.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, a number of stores closed temporarily, a handful of restaurants became small grocers, and organizations distributed supplies via emergency food boxes. Now, despite many corner and convenience stores, most Detroiters get their groceries at one of 64 full-service spots.
“We want to create smaller events to support the community,” says Nina Payne, who has stepped into event management at Marygrove. “We want to invite professional people […] and show them how amazing this historic building is.”
Hostile architecture doesn't just hurt those without a home. Detroit student Nyla Davison pens a short essay about the defensive design strategies used in her city, and what she wants for the future.
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