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Midtown is getting a pop-up Apothecary

by Robin Runyan Oct 25, 2016, 11:06a

Mills Pharmacy + Apothecary will be open November 2016 through 2017 in the Stuber Stone building while they look for a permanent Detroit location.

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Are the Pistons moving back downtown soon?

by Robin Runyan Oct 25, 2016, 9:44a

According to Crain’s, Oakland County has declined a deal to buy the Palace for $384 million.

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New rental program in Midtown aims to help low-income residents

by Robin Runyan Oct 24, 2016, 10:32a

Stay Midtown offers assistance to qualifying residents to aid in rising rental costs.

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Open Thread: What’s the worst intersection in Detroit?

by Robin Runyan Oct 21, 2016, 10:00a

Detroit has some wide streets and odd angles. Which intersections do you think are the worst in the city?

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West Village, Southwest, and Live6 to see added investments and efforts in revitalization

by Robin Runyan Oct 19, 2016, 2:28p

The Detroit Strategic Neighborhoods Initiative will target real estate, jobs, and infrastructure in these neighborhoods. The announcement was made at the site for the future Coe Development in West Village.

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How does the cost of parking in Detroit compare to other cities?

by Robin Runyan Oct 19, 2016, 12:44p

City Observatory reports on the cost of parking near city hall in 50 metro areas. Detroit’s rates are pretty average, comparatively.

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Detroit Bike Share is looking for your feedback

by Robin Runyan Oct 18, 2016, 10:00a

The new project is launching next spring. They’re hosting meetings this month to get feedback from potential riders.

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Motown Museum to undergo $50M expansion

by Robin Runyan Oct 17, 2016, 12:25p

Located on West Grand Boulevard, the museum seeks to become a bigger, more interactive tourist destination.

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Open Thread: How did moving to Detroit work out for you?

by Robin Runyan Oct 14, 2016, 9:30a

Did you move to Detroit recently? What were your expectations? How is it going so far? Let us know!

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The USS Detroit arrives in Detroit this week

by Robin Runyan Oct 14, 2016, 9:00a

The 378-foot-long warship, weighing in at 3,000 metric tons, arrives in Detroit October 14 and will have a Commissioning Ceremony October 22.

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Eastern Market hosts socially conscious shopping, entertainment this weekend

by Robin Runyan Oct 13, 2016, 12:00p

The Mercantile will be held at The Eastern and will feature 25 retailers plus music from the Shadowboxers.

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Here’s what you need to know for the Detroit Marathon

by Robin Runyan Oct 13, 2016, 9:23a

The Detroit Free Press/Talmer Bank Marathon is Sunday, October 16. Plan your driving and parking accordingly.

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Haunted Detroit: A roundup of ghost-inspired tours in the city

by Robin Runyan Oct 5, 2016, 12:50p

From walking to bus tours, cemeteries to historic buildings, here are few haunted Detroit tours to check out this fall.

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Poll: Should the Pistons move downtown?

by Robin Runyan Oct 3, 2016, 12:24p

Crain’s is reporting that talks are getting serious about moving the Detroit Pistons to Detroit. They currently play in Auburn Hills. What do you think?

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Report: Millennial job seekers are drawn to Detroit

by Robin Runyan Sep 27, 2016, 10:32a

The report from Linkedin says interest in Detroit for millennial job seekers is growing. But it doesn’t mean they’re all moving here ... yet.

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Exploring Open Streets Detroit

by Robin Runyan Sep 27, 2016, 9:20a

Bikes, pedestrians, and dinosaurs took to the streets on Sunday for the first Open Streets Detroit. Did you miss it? There's another one on October 2.

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Get your groceries delivered in Detroit with new app

by Robin Runyan Sep 26, 2016, 4:10p

Shipt went live in Detroit a couple weeks ago. Yes, they deliver groceries from Meijer to your house.

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On Detroit’s east side, an apple orchard is growing roots

by Robin Runyan Sep 22, 2016, 10:13a

Core Orchards just reached their fundraising goal through Patronicity and wants to start planting thousands of apple trees next year.

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What will the next round of tiny homes in Detroit look like?

by Robin Runyan Sep 21, 2016, 10:43a

We have a sneak peek at the designs for the next few tiny houses being built this fall.

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Detroit Design Festival 2016: A guide to this year’s festivities

by Robin Runyan Sep 19, 2016, 1:09p

Celebrate the City of Design designation this weekend with art and urban planning events throughout the city.

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Tour de Troit, Michigan’s largest bike ride, expects more than 7,500 cyclists

by Robin Runyan Sep 16, 2016, 1:25p

The 30-mile ride through the city takes place September 17.

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What would you tell a Detroit expat about the current state of the city?

by Robin Runyan Sep 16, 2016, 12:23p

It’s Detroit Homecoming Week, and hundreds of expats are here to see the city. What would you tell them about the city’s revitalization?

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Open Streets are coming to Detroit

by Robin Runyan Sep 13, 2016, 1:34p

On Sunday, Sep. 25 and Oct. 2 from 12-5, Michigan Ave. and West Vernor Highway will be closed to motor vehicles for Open Streets.

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The GM Renaissance Center has an app to help visitors find their way around

by Robin Runyan Sep 13, 2016, 8:40a

The wayfinder app helps find locations within the Ren Cen. It can also help visitors playing Pokémon Go find their way around construction.

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Fitzgerald neighborhood to receive $4M grant through ‘Reimagining the Civic Commons’

by Robin Runyan Sep 9, 2016, 2:47p

Four national foundations are investing millions into five cities, including Detroit, to support projects that revitalize and connect civic assets in the communities.