Milliken State Park
Milliken State Park Doug Coombe
Downtown Detroit is visibly emptier as a result of the shelter-in-place order.
Downtown Detroit is visibly emptier as a result of the shelter-in-place order. Nick Hagen
The Irwin House Global Art Center and Gallery
The Irwin House Global Art Center and Gallery Nick Hagen
Parker's Alley in downtown Detroit
Parker's Alley in downtown Detroit Nick Hagen
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Feature Story Tatiana Grant Entrepreneurship

Serial entrepreneur Tatiana Grant launches 2050 Partners Inc.

Dorothy HernandezTuesday, May 19, 2020
Serial entrepreneur Tatiana Grant on carrying on Marlowe Stoudamire's work through her new agency 2050 Partners, the future of hosting events, and why she doesn't regret not getting back into the food delivery business.
Feature Story Ken Walker is an advocate for what he calls “mental wealth.” He's the creator of the K. Walker Collective clothing line and nonprofit Detroit Mental Health. Healthy Communities

Nonprofit Detroit Mental Health takes events online

Dorothy HernandezTuesday, May 19, 2020
Throughout the month of May, Detroit Mental Health is hosting Instagram live streams to showcase tools that Detroiters can use to improve their mental health and increase resiliency.
Partner Content Eastern Market Partnership launched a bulk pickup drive-through market on Tuesdays.

Eastern Market vendors — and the market itself — adapt in the wake of COVID-19

Dorothy HernandezTuesday, May 19, 2020
With drive-through markets, online ordering, and 2020 Flower Season, Eastern Market vendors and the partnership find ways to adapt amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Feature Story Stephanie Byrd is co-owner of The Block in Midtown. Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneur diaries: Stephanie Byrd of The Block and The Garden Theater

Stephanie ByrdTuesday, May 19, 2020
Stephanie Byrd was born into a family of entrepreneurs, and while she initially never dreamed of going into the family business or returning to her hometown, here's what drew the co-owner of The Block back — and how the pandemic has changed her outlook on business.
Feature Story crowdfunding-campaign

Model D launches crowdfunding campaign

Dorothy HernandezTuesday, May 12, 2020
Now is the time for more local journalism, not less. The importance of our work and the voice we provide has never been more vital — and we need your help to ensure we are reporting these crucial stories at a time of rapid change that will significantly impact Detroit's future.
Feature Story The Bridge to Bay Trail Economic Development

Bike trails’ development potential could prove valuable for Southeast Michigan communities

Patrick DunnTuesday, May 12, 2020
Here's a look at how communities across Southeast Michigan —  from Detroit to St. Clair County — are planning to expand and connect their trails to draw new visitors, businesses, and residents.
Feature Story Chris Evans, left, and Cherrie Seay of the 15th Street Block Club. Community Development

How residents and businesses are building community through parks

Jeff BurtkaTuesday, May 12, 2020
Community groups and businesses say open and accessible outdoor space is important for all residents, and they are creating new spaces for the neighborhood, from art parks, to municipal parks, to safe spaces to wait for buses.
Longform Health journalism infographic Healthy Communities

Michigan innovators step up to reverse nationwide decline in health journalism

Patrick DunnTuesday, May 05, 2020
The loss of health journalism has had wide-ranging impacts on the communities health reporters once served. But a variety of innovative solutions have arisen to fill the gap and restore some of the coverage that's been lost.
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