What should park-goers be mindful of as they lace up their shoes to hit the trails? We asked parks professionals for tips on how to respect natural areas as well as the people (and animals!) we share them with.
Willie Brake has always been ahead of the curve, joining business incubators before they became trendy and recognizing the value in refurbishing computers early on. Now the Detroit entrepreneur is using his business to build up equitable access to technology and tech training in his city.
After a multimillion-dollar river remediation effort, Detroit's RiverWalk is preparing to begin work on a new extrension on the city's east side.
Juan Shannon set out five years ago to establish a smart neighborhood in Highland Park. With a new solar-powered cafe and expanding urban farming initiative, the developer continues to grow green technology in his community.
Although Uber and Lyft are now ubiquitous, the app-based vehicle-for-hire services were once brand-new companies, vying for the attention of would-be customers. Now a Dearborn-based startup is ready to start competing with the major players of the rideshare market.
When COVID-19 forced factories to close around the U.S., GETTEES was able to switch gears to stay open. They even doubled their sewing team, making hospital gowns and PPE during the crisis. Now as they re-start their clothing line, operations are changing again.
ISAIC, in collaboration with the City of Detroit, the Michigan Economic Development Corp.’s Pure Michigan Business Connect, Rock Family of Companies, and Empowerment Plan, is working to mobilize local apparel manufacturers to produce standardized PPE and automate the mass production of surgical masks.
The four gas-pump-like electric vehicle charging stations at Detroit’s Beacon Park are more than just a convenience for the region’s electric vehicle owners.
Community Care Circles allow participants to engage in a multi-layered communal process of healing, sharing, listening, support, reflection, and transformation.
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