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Shepard Fairey, Creator Of Iconic "Hope" Poster, Goes To Trial Jan. 26

He’s the creator of the iconic “Hope” poster that was part of the imagery for the Obama presidential campaign, as well as many commissioned (and non-commissioned) street murals across the country. And soon, in Detroit, he’ll be going to trial. Ot 9 a.m. on January 26, Fairey will face three felonies for defacing Detroit buildings with his art. He’s charged with two counts of felonious malicious destruction of property causing damage between $1,000 and $20,000, as well as one count of malicio...

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Colorosity Takes Over The Michigan Science Center On October 24th

The Michigan Science Center is at it again as they prepare for the return of their annual Science Soirée, Colorosity. This all-ages evening event will cater to families, grown-up geeks, and the curiously young at heart, with an array of activities built around the science of color. Enjoy several new exhibits and interactive art and design adventures, including: * Explosions of Color – Eight interactive experiences using a variety of scientific reactions to produce explosions of color * Ill...

Grand Hotel On Mackinac Island Named Best Historic Resort

Here’s a great accolade for one of Michigan’s favorite spots. The Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island was named the best historic resort for 2015 by the Historic Hotels of America. The 390 room is hotel is a whopping 128 years old. Historic Hotels of America is an official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. It accepts only member hotels that are at least 50 years old that have either been designated as national historic landmarks or that are listed in or eligible for listing...

QUICK TIP: The Brightmoor Harvest Festival Returns This Saturday

We love when we hear about neighborhood events! This Saturday, make your way over to Brightmoor’s Curtis Green Park on the corner of Chalfonte and Beaverland, for the neighborhood’s annual fall festival. The 7th year of this festival brings all the flavor of fall to the Brightmoor neighborhood on Detroit’s Westside. The free festival will include great food, a hay-ride and bonfire, music, and more. This friendly-family party kicks off this Saturday at 2 p.m., and wraps up around 7 p.m....

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"Commit To The Mitt" With Michigan-Made Grub At The Twisted Rooster

So you want to eat out, and you want to try a restaurant you’ve never been to. Well, if you’re looking for fresh, delicious, local food in a family-friendly atmosphere, you can’t go wrong with the Twisted Rooster. It’s a great place to gather if you want to celebrate a birthday or a promotion. The T.V.s that adorn the restaurant’s walls mean you can catch a game – or two – while you’re there. The interior of the restaurant is relaxed and pleasant, and the music selection is pretty good. Get re...

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What To Do This Weekend: Here's Your City 5 For October 9-11, 2015

Hello Detroit! We’re with the weekend round up on your City 5 with Daily Detroit. Whether you’re still trying to shake off the sadness of the Lions crushing loss on Monday night, are preparing to watch the Red Wings kick off their season this Friday, or you could care less about sports all together, we’ve got plenty of action to keep you busy all weekend long. So here it is folks, your city 5 for the weekend of October 9, 2015. Scroll on for the text below. Hamtramck Neighborhood Art...

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Cinema Detroit Needs Your Help To Bring Great Film To Motown

Cinema Detroit, who are in the process of moving from their current home to their new location at 4126 Third Street, have been the primary source for first-run, quality film in Midtown and Downtown Detroit for nearly two years. However, in order to keep providing a high quality entertainment experience patrons have come to love, the theater is reaching out to the community for support. As it turns out, when film studios send digital versions of films to the theater, they have a security encr...

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Possibly The Coolest Airbnb In The U.S. Is Being Built In Detroit

Not far from the heart of downtown Detroit stands a weird little house in the middle at 2126 Pierce Street. Many Detroiters have probably driven by it and wondered who lives there, or what the hell it’s doing there in the first place. If so, you’re not alone. Meet Darin McLeskey – a life long Metro Detroit resident who splits his time between real estate investing, lawn care, home construction, and being a real estate agent. He first spotted the home during his time as an undergraduate student...

Jack White Showed Up At His Neighborhood Potluck And Nobody Knew Who He Was

When Detroit-born, Grammy-award winning musician Jack White showed up at a neighborhood potluck while taking a break from touring near his current home in Nashville, nobody knew who he was. Of course, someone Instagrammed the situation, creating viral gold. Being a busy artist hasn’t allowed for much time for neighborly activities, like block parties or potlucks. Jedediah Jenkins, whose mother helped put on this particular potluck, shared a photo of White and the funny backstory on Instagram...

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Angels' Night 2015 Is Seeking Volunteers

Fall in Michigan means a lot of things – fancy looking leaves, crisp blue skies, hot apple cider, and of course, Halloween. And while Halloween can be a fun time for families all across metro Detroit, it also presents the potential for some unsafe conditions in the city itself – historically, a dramatic increase in arson activity. Back in the 1980s, hundreds of fires would occur during the three day period, and the span of days earned the nickname “Devils Night.” Recently, fire numbers have...

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Have You Seen The Most Instagrammed Place In Michigan? It's Amazing.

There are some spots in Michigan so beautiful that spending time there can feel like you’ve entered an entirely new world. Busbud has shared their list of the most Instagrammed places in the United State and Canada, and the top place in Michigan is the Silver Lake Sand Dunes. Located along Lake Michigan’s sweeping shoreline between Muskegon and Ludington, Silver Lake Sand Dunes State Park is one of the most picturesque and dynamic landscapes in the Great Lakes region, consisting of more than...

Northland Mall To Be Demolished By New Owner, The City of Southfield

When it opened in 1954, Northland Mall was the largest shopping center in America. Soon, if all goes according to plan, it will be dust. Located in the city of Southfield just off the Lodge Freeway, Northland ushered in a boom for the suburbs – and now, it’s about to meet the same fate as much of the city that many people feel it, and developments like it, helped empty. The wrecking ball. “The city of Southfield purchased the 114 acre property to protect, maintain and ultimately increase t...

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WATCH: American Idol Runner Up Jena Irene Premieres First Single And Video

Whether or not you’re a fan of the hit Fox television show American Idol, if you’re a Michigander, you’ve may have heard the name Jena Irene Asciutto — and if you haven’t, you probably will soon. The 19 year old singer/songwriter from Farmington Hills took American Idol’s season 13 by storm when she became the first female wild card contestant of the series to qualify into the finale, and just the second wild card contestant to make it into the finale. While she ultimately lost in the final...

J Dilla's 'Dillatronic' Coming October 30, Features 40+ Instrumentals

James DeWitt Yancey, aka Jay Dee, aka J Dilla, was an artist to those who worked with him.. but also a son, a father, a mentor, and a friend, with a vision that exceeded the world of music. Being involved with legendary hip hop group Slum Village and being the focal point of many artists’ successful records, J Dilla has undoubtedly left an imprint in the history of music. Having worked with artists such as Talib Kweli, Common, Q-Tip, Erykah Badu, Mos Def, De La Soul, The Roots, A Tribe Calle...

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Quick Tip: Head to Belleville for Free Family Fun Saturday, Oct. 10

It’s officially fall. The leaves are changing, pumpkins are on sale, and apples are (generally) cheaper than ever. Celebrate the season by heading out to Belleville for Harvest Fest 2015. The event is free and promises to provide hours of entertainment for families. Harvest Fest will take place on Saturday, Oct. 10 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities for kids include butter churning, candle dipping, scavenger hunts, and pony rides. There will also be a petting zoo for families to explore. This...

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Made In Detroit: Strategic Staffing Solutions Paints The Town Green For Their 25th Anniversary

In these days of Detroit’s current renaissance, or “new Detroit” as some call it, it’s important to remember that there are companies have actually enjoyed a rather long tenure in the city. The few and proud that wear that badge have see the worst of times, and now, the best – or at least “bettering” – of times, and their commitment to the community is one of the key reasons that the city managed to persevere through challenges. One such company is Strategic Staffing Solutions (S3) – a Detro...

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