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Detroit Is A Top City For Vegan Dining In Nation, Says PETA

In a city known more for coneys than quinoa, it turns out according to PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) that Detroit is one of the top 10 cities for vegan cuisine in 2016. PETA makes numerous shoutouts to local area restaurants – some you’d expect like Detroit Vegan Soul and Seva – and others, maybe not. * Russell St. Deli offers vegan options, including a TLT—a tofu, lettuce, and tomato sandwich with house-made vegan mayo. Brooklyn Street Local has a vegan Reu...

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Here's What Mass Transit Across Metro Detroit Could Look Like

Since the removal of Detroit’s streetcar system in the 1950s, Detroit’s mass transit system hasn’t been the same. This video by AECOM is a look into what the future could hold for transit in metro Detroit, if a millage is passed in November to fund expanded transit in the region. The video highlights possible BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) routes that would finally connect downtown Detroit to Metro Airport, a route from Detroit to Ann Arbor, and then also up Woodward to Pontiac as well as up Gratiot...

Want To Own A Historic Bar In Detroit? Here's Your Chance

It has been a downtown Detroit mainstay for more than a century, and it’s up for sale. Jacoby’s (according to the lore on the website, originally “Jake’s”) is on the market for purchase. It’s at 624 Brush, in the heart of downtown and was founded in 1904. To give you an idea, that’s the same year the Aquarium and Conservatory opened on Belle Isle. Grosse Pointe went basically all the way to Grand Boulevard. From the real estate website: Rare investment opportunity to own a historical, up...

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Happy Champions Day, Detroit!

Champions Day? What? OK, I totally understand you might be wondering what I might be talking about, so let me fill you in. It’s a real thing. After the success of the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions, and Detroit Red Wings all winning their first championships, Governor Frank Fitzgerald dedicated April 18, 1936 Champions Day for the state of Michigan. The Detroit City Council then dedicated April 18th as Champions Day for the City of Detroit. Governor Fitzgerald wanted the people of Michiga...

WATCH: John Oliver Breaks Down Flint And The Danger Of Lead Like Only John Oliver Can

With a little help from his friends on Sesame Street, HBO’s weekly TV show, “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver” spent nearly 20 minutes dissecting the Flint lead situation, as well as America’s lead problem, in his signature style of part comedy and part explainer. He breaks it down that it’s not just lead pipes – but more than 2.1 million U.S. homes have lead dust and children under 6. But, until now, there hasn’t been much desire to take action. Here’s an infographic from Bridge Magazine...

Infographic: Real Estate Deals Show Economic Clout Of Mass Transit Project

“Evidence is clear that property adjacent to transit is valuable,” said Marie Donigan. “It’s like gold.”...

Why Segregation Lingers In America

Although focusing mostly on Chicago in this particular piece, there are implications for all American cities, including Detroit....

City Bus Service To Belle Isle Will Return Under Pilot Program

It was announced yesterday there will be a series of changes to Detroit’s city bus service provided by the DDOT (Detroit Department of Transportation), and in the list of changes was an especially interesting development. Under a pilot program starting April 23, city bus service is going to return to Belle Isle. 26% of Detroit households, according to a recent University of Michigan study, do not have a car, so a bus may help open access to the island to residents. The service will be prov...

Here's A GoPro Tour Inside The New Penguinarium At The Detroit Zoo Before It Opens Monday

Can’t wait for the new Penguinarium, or Polk Penguin Conservation Center, at the Detroit Zoo to open? We can’t either. We’ve shared video of the cute guys walking to their new home – and shared the technical details of the building – but what does it look like inside? Here’s a quick walk-through tour of the building from the zoo if you just can’t wait. Enjoy....

Learn About Music In The Tech Age On April 21

THE DEETS: The music industry, like many, is going through a ton of changes. Here’s your opportunity to learn from an expert. Join Rocket Fiber for a laid-back conversation and performance from the recording artist JOYA as she talks Music, Tech, NABFEME Detroit and about her new single. This is a rare opportunity to learn the fine details of launching your career as an independent artist. Topics include: * Streaming services and receiving royalties * Understanding how and where to distribu...

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Automation Alley Program Trains 1,300 Local IT Workers

Automation Alley, a technology business association covering a 10 county region in Southeastern Michigan, concluded its four-year Technical Talent Development Program (TTDP) on a successful note. The nonprofit trained 1,347 local workers through its program, exceeding their original goal to train 715 workers. The TTDP, made possible through a $5 million grant funded by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration, was an initiative to help companies in Southeast Michig...

A Detroit Restaurant That Shows Michigan Pride

“Michigan has a very distinct approach to food,” said James Rigato, the restaurant’s chef and co-owner. “We’re the second-most agriculturally diverse state behind California, and the auto industry has created its own cultural influence. But because most people don’t travel here, most people don’t know.”...

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New Events Announced For Autopalooza 2016

The Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau and the MotorCities National Heritage Area revealed the Autopalooza lineup, which will look a little different this year, as beloved, familiar events are joined by new ones. Autopalooza 2016 will kick off with the return of the Shell Eco-marathon Americas on Aprill 22-24 at Cobo Center. There, students from North and South Americas, including 10 Michigan schools, will compete. The goal of this event is to drive the farthest distance using the leas...

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Automation Alley To Represent Michigan In World’s Largest Industrial Trade Show

Automation Alley and several of its members – business owners from the Southeast Michigan region – will soon embark on a trade mission and put Michigan on the global business world’s map. They will attend Hannover Messe from April 25-29. The event is the world’s largest industrial trade show and is often billed as a world of technology under a single umbrella. Last year’s show saw over 6,500 exhibitors from 70 nations. During their time at Hannover Messe, the Michigan-based businesses will s...

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Shell Eco-marathon Americas Comes To Detroit April 22-24

Detroit is home to two things that often go hand-in-hand – the automobile and innovation, and from April 22 through 24, the city will host the Shell Eco-marathon Americas. The eco-marathon presents a unique challenge to high school and college students around the world. The Eco-marathon is a great opportunity to encourage students’ interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) subjects. Participants design and build their own vehicles, with the goal of creating the most...

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Detroit’s Greek Independence Day Parade Returns For A 15th Year This Weekend

Almost everyone has heard of Greektown – and it has a storied history, way before Greektown Casino (soon to be renamed “Jack”) opened. A big celebration of Detroit’s Greek community is just around the corner this Saturday, April 16 and Sunday the 17th. There are a couple things going on Saturday, even before parade day itself arrives. On Saturday, April 16 at 5:00 p.m. over at 67 East Kirby Street in Detroit there will be a Hellenic Heritage Meet & Greet with World-Renowned Iconographer Vl...

Benstein Grille In Commerce Township Celebrating One Year Anniversary April 16 + 17

THE DEETS: To show their appreciation to their guests and the lakes community for a year of support, Benstein Grille in Commerce Township has food and drink specials all day this weekend, Saturday and Sunday the 16th and 17th. Benstein Grille in Commerce Charter Township, MI is a 160-seat upscale casual dining atmosphere restaurant offering American cuisine style food and service. The Commerce Twp. restaurant offers lamb chops, steaks, fresh seafood, pastas and salads along with classic two-...

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Nine Detroit Small Businesses Receive $500,000 In Latest Motor City Match Round

The third round of Motor City Match has ended, with a combined $500,000 in grant funding given to a variety of Detroit businesses. Funding for the nine small business projects in Detroit neighborhoods ranged from $18,000 to $100,000. Motor City Match was launched last year by Mayor Mike Duggan in partnership with the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation. The goal of Motor City Match is to connect new and expanding businesses with Detroit real estate opportunities and provide them with the fundi...

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