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The Metro Events Guide: Global activities in your own backyard

Sophia Jozwiak August 14, 2025

This week, we've got a global spread of celebrations, from Afrobeats to K-Pop. Plus, bringing it back home to the...

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  • Detroit Evening Report

Detroit Evening Report: Dr. Ossian Sweet Memorial Park opens in East Village

Bre'Anna Tinsley August 14, 2025

Detroit unveils Dr. Ossian Sweet Memorial Park in East VillageDetroit held a ribbon-cutting Wednesday for a new educational park in...

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Detroit Evening Report: ACCESS 10th annual Back to School Fair

Hernz Laguerre August 8, 2025

ACCESS hosting 10th annual Back to School Fair ACCESS will host its 10th Back to School Fair on Aug. 12...

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The Metro: Michiganders face power struggle over rising utility bills

Robyn Vincent, The Metro August 7, 2025

As the temperature has climbed this summer, so have energy bills—and frustrations. These higher costs are driven by more than...

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The Metro Events Guide: Poetry readings, outdoor festivals and more

Sophia Jozwiak August 7, 2025

This week's events range from relaxing sound baths and poetry readings to high-energy concerts and festivals. Plus, a celebration for...

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Detroit Evening Report: Low voter turnout expected in Detroit primary

Sascha Raiyn August 5, 2025

City clerk says Trump’s election lies may be to blameDetroit City Clerk Janice Winfrey predicts voter turnout of between 13...

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Detroit Evening Report: Detroiters invited to weigh in on EQ hazardous waste facility

Hernz Laguerre August 1, 2025

EGLE seeks public input on hazardous waste site in DetroitThe Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy — known...

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The Metro Events Guide: Music in the parks, art on Belle Isle + more

Sophia Jozwiak July 31, 2025

Outdoor concerts, unique art experiences and critically-acclaimed comedy. Here's what to do this weekend in metro Detroit.MusicHip-Hop in the Parks...

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Children and adults sit in a large circle in a rooftop garden with patio furniture, raised bed gardens, and umbrellas for shade.
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The Metro: New rooftop garden brings Arab American culture to life in Dearborn

Lauren Myers, David Leins, The Metro July 31, 2025

Metro Detroit’s Arab American community is large and has been through several waves of immigration. Long ago, the attraction was...

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A rendering of Hotel Casa Blanca's future restoration in Idlewild, MI.
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The Metro: How a historic Black resort town in Michigan is making a comeback

Lauren Myers, The Metro, Cary Junior II July 30, 2025

Michigan’s Idlewild is the “Black Eden,” and it’s coming back. Long ago, Black people weren’t allowed to be in these...

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Detroit Evening Report: Early voting open for Detroit primary

Jerome Vaughn July 29, 2025

Early voting underway in Detroit's primary electionEarly voting is underway in Detroit's primary election. Voters can use an absentee ballot...

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Bridge Michigan explores Mount Arvon for summer adventure series

Laura Herberg July 29, 2025

What’s on your summer bucket list? The nonprofit news organization Bridge Michigan asked its readers that question.The result: a list...

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