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Featured Stories
Rodd Monts
Tuesday, September 09, 2008
Dell Pryor knows something about the good a little unity can do for Detroit. The veteran art dealer brought together women entrepreneurs under the Spiral Collective roof, and in turn made a mark on the Midtown neighborhood and cultural scene.
Terry Parris Jr.
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
It wasn't like we asked him to eat exclusively at McDonald's or anything -- just take a month, leave the car parked in the driveway and ride the bus (and train and bike). Terry Parris Jr. discovered that the glass is half empty and half full when it comes to transit options in Detroit. And somewhere along the way, he found out he liked it.
Terry Parris Jr.
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
It wasn't like we asked him to eat exclusively at McDonald's or anything -- just take a month, leave the car parked in the driveway and ride the bus (and train and bike). Terry Parris Jr. discovered that the glass is half empty and half full when it comes to transit options in Detroit. And somewhere along the way, he found out he liked it.
Terry Parris Jr.
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
What does our transit system lack that other cities have? We look at not just the obvious big things, like rail, but offer some little changes that would make getting around without a car easier in Detroit.
Tom Hendrickson
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Here's a flashback to 2006, when Tom Hendrickson joined Colin Hubbell at the opening of the Lofts at 55 West development in Midtown.
Kelli B. Kavanaugh
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
From city officials to local business people, Colin Hubbell touched many with his warmth, positive energy, passion, and often frank advice. Or all of the above. Here are some words from people who knew him well and worked with him over his long career as a city servant, real estate developer, teacher and mentor.
Model D Staff
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Model D's Speaker Series is back from a summer break with a look at the burgeoning film industry in Detroit. What does Hollywood have to offer the Motor City? Sign up today to attend the Aug. 21 event.
Tom Hendrickson
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
One fine Thursday a month the DIA's Prentis Court transforms into a nightclub for music, dancing and other random acts of merriment. Last week the noisemakers Matmos were featured. Have a look-see.
Tom Hendrickson
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Why Midtown? A couple of Wayne State students talk with Model D TV
about what the neighborhood around the campus has to offer a
twentysomething -- bars, restaurants, museums, music, walkability, cool
housing options, etc.
Jennifer Andrews
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
This is what happens when you mix silver paint, noise and lots and lots of cardboard. The UFO Factory produces some unusual sights and sounds in Detroit.
Tom Hendrickson
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
These people are busy promoting techno music, redeveloping old buildings,
running hot restaurants and boutiques, and bringing in cutting
edge art and music. All in Detroit. Watch the video.
Clare Pfeiffer Ramsey
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
As Model D turns 3 this week, we're having a party, and celebrating the people who are getting things done in Detroit.
Walter Wasacz
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
The times they-are-a-changin', and 8 Days in June shows that the grand old DSO is still kickin'. The innovative festival is still classy, still quality, but it will challenge your perceptions of what an old guard classical music institution should and can be.
Model D Staff
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Model D is celebrating our 3rd year with a special speaker series, music and party on June 20 at the Max -- in conjunction with the DSO's 8 Days in June. Sign up for the free event, now. And our b-day gift to you: Model D readers get a discount on that evening's 8 Days in June show.
Melinda Clynes
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
No cash for gas? No problem. Stay in town. Summer is hot in the city, and you can't beat this year's festival lineups, plus hydroplanes, art, hot cars and more. Here's guide to the best Detroit has to offer this summer.