Rare Disease Advisory Council would give a voice to Michiganders with rare diseases, advocate says
Multiple states have a Rare Disease Advisory Council to communicate the needs of residents of their states who may go...
Sober curious. Nondrinker. A new language around sobriety is emerging
Sarah Wood is a writer who covers topics like mental health, relationships and sobriety, which she most recently tackled for...
Detroiters bid farewell to Michigan State Fairgrounds Coliseum
A handful of people gathered Thursday in the parking lot of a Detroit Meijer to say goodbye to the 100-year-old...
Culture D-Tour: The art of practicing gratitude with Detroit artist Kristle Marshall
In April 2020, just when the world was forced into a lockdown caused by COVID-19, Kristle Marshall was ready to...
Going sober? Detroit bars and brands are embracing “dry January” and beyond
The idea of “dry January” -- giving up alcohol or other vices for a month to kick off the year...
Didn’t learn much about sex in school? Zoë Ligon fills in the gaps with “Carnal Knowledge”
Sex educator Zoë Ligon has made a name for herself as the “dildo duchess of Detroit." There's plenty to back...
Sterling Heights planning commission approves American Muslim Diversity Association expansion
The Sterling Heights Planning Commission has unanimously given approval to the American Muslim Diversity Association (AMDA) to move forward with...
Author Raechel Anne Jolie explores what it’s like to grow up, struggle and thrive in the Rust Belt in new book
The Rust Belt is often described as a vestige of industrial strength. In the simplest terms, these are places where our...
“Grandmothers of America” captures the beauty and wisdom of aging
The new photo book “Grandmothers of America” is highlighting the beauty of an aging population and the advice they’d give...
Loving work will always be unrequited, says author Sarah Jaffe
By some estimates we work 80,000 hours during our careers. But it’s not just time. Work signals to other people...
Kenny Washington broke the NFL’s color barrier. Why don’t we know his story?
When it comes to sports history, Kenny Washington isn’t a household name like Jackie Robinson. At least one writer wants...
Yemeni woman honors culture and traditions with catering business Taste of Aden
“Communities of Hope" features Detroiters from communities of color who have been looking for ways to persevere during the pandemic. Cathy Manna...