Skin Bar VII
The spa offers facials, hair care, lash tinting and waxing services in Detroit.
Bloomberg names Ann Arbor America’s No. 3 tech hub
Bloomberg named Ann Arbor America’s No. 3 tech hub, following only San Jose, CA, and Boulder, CO. Bloomberg scored cities on a 100-point scale, evaluating how many people have STEM jobs, science and engineering degrees, and advanced degrees. Ann Arbor received a 98.97 score, with 18.3% of the population holding an advanced degree, 15.5% holding a science
Mackinac in the War of 1812
Since the Treaty of Ghent was signed in December of 1814, I decided to write about what happened in Michigan during the war. When I started my research, I learned there was a lot more to report than I had anticipated, so this month, I will just focus on the Mackinac area during the war of 1812.
Cars
These days vehicles parts for vehicles come from all over the world, but that hasn't changed the fact that Michigan is still a global leader when it comes to assembling vehicles. To determine where a car was built, check the VIN (vehicle identification number) which can be found on the lower dashboard on the driver's side of
Trucks and SUVs
Michigan workers produce a tremendous amount of sport utility vehicles (SUV) and trucks each year. If you're looking to get a new vehicle that was made in American, look to its unique identification number, a.k.a. its VIN. The VIN can usually be found on the lower dashboard on the driver's side. If it starts with a 1,
Highlands Steakhouse
Steakhouse with skyline views on the 72nd floor of the RenCen in Detroit.
Michigan women earns national award for activism
Kristin Fair Combs was given the he 2019 Connector Award, from The Policy Circle, a national nonpartisan nonprofit 501(c)3 organization committed to advancing women’s leadership. The recognition is for her work to further civil conversation, civic engagement and community involvement. Kristin has helped eleven women to start their own Policy circles in Michigan, Ohio, and North Carolina.
Buy Michigan Now releases 2019 Holiday Gift Guide
(Livonia, November 15, 2019) – Billions of dollars are spent during the holiday season each year. Consequently, Buy Michigan Now, a campaign designed to restore Michigan’s economy, urges residents to think before they spend. In essence, how and where we do our holiday shopping can really shape Michigan's economy. To increase local spending, the campaign released its
12 things to do in Michigan in December 2019
The holiday season is all about festivities and starting 2020 off on a magical note, like our 12 things to do in Michigan in December 2019. Dec 1-31 Premium Pour – Leelanau Peninsula Toast the year’s most festive season along the Leelanau Peninsula. During the month of December, guests may taste a wide selection of the best
GETTEES to open flagship store in Detroit’s Eastern Market
When most people think of Detroit’s Eastern Market, they think of food, and for good reason. The market has been the city’s premier site for the buying and selling of fresh, flavorful, local foods for well over a century and a half. However, to think only of scrumptious morsels when visiting the district is to under appreciate
Detroit Collects exhibit to open at DIA
If you've ever driven past an elegant home and wondered how it is decorated inside, you're in for a treat. There's an exciting new exhibit at the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA). Uniquely, it gives a glimpse into the homes of some prominent locals. Detroit Collects: Selections of African American Art from Private Collections, runs until March
Which Michigan city is a magnet for millionaire millennials?
A report released earlier this month by Coldwell Banker as part of its A Look at Wealth series, examines the desires and real estate preferences of millionaire millennials. It defined the group as those Americans between the ages of 23 and 37 who have a net worth of more than $1 million. As one might expect, eight of the
Michigan Short Story Contest offers $500 top prizes
Do you have a short story you’ve been dying to share with the world, but aren’t sure how to get it out there? Perhaps you long to be the next O’Henry, or have a child who aspires to be an author. If any of those scenarios sound familiar, then the Write Michigan Short Story Contest may have
Michigan women brave the Civil War
The American Civil War was a conflict that affected most American citizens. More than 620,000 soldiers lost their lives to wounds and disease. Unfortunately, civilians were not exempt from dying either. It was a defining moment in American history and Michigan played a significant role as 90,000 Michigan men served in the Union forces. That was about
Over $216,000 raised for new mountain biking trails near Petoskey
The Little Traverse Conservancy announced that more than $216,000 has been raised to build a new mountain bike trail about 10 minutes southeast of Petoskey. A more than 6-mile multi-use trail system optimized for mountain biking is planned for the Tanton Family Working Forest Reserve. The area will include a beginner, intermediate, and advanced trail.
University of Michigan returns to heart of Detroit after 180 years
Before it became a powerhouse in Ann Arbor, the University of Michigan got its start through humble beginnings in the heart of Detroit. It was originally known as Catholepistemiad or University of Michigania. The cornerstone of the first building was laid on September 24, 1817, near the corner of Bates and Congress, but the school eventually moved
Albion College gifted largest donation in school history
Sarah and Alexander “Sandy” Cutler have gifted $8 million to Albion College to establish the Cutler Center for Student Success and Academic Achievement. Sarah Cutler graduated from Albion in 1975. The Cutler Center, which is scheduled to open in the 2020-21 academic year, will work with new students who may not be fully prepared for the experience.
Detour Media earns grant from Google challenge
Detour Media, producers of the popular Detour Detroit newsletter, is one of 108 news entities from around the world selected to receive support from Google as part of its GNI Innovation Challenge. The funding is designed to enable these news entities to develop sustainable business models by diversifying revenue streams and/or increasing audience engagement.
Michigan wins top award in nation from SBA
Michigan has once again received the top award in the nation from the U.S. Small Business Administration State Trade Expansion Program for fiscal year 2020. In its ninth year of receiving STEP funds, Michigan received the maximum amount of $900,000, representing a $100,000 increase from the previous year.
Join the credit union cash mob and lunch local on Oct 15
Credit Unions have a long history of boosting local businesses and supporting their communities. This month, in celebration of International Credit Union Week, many across our state will be at it again in the form of a lunchtime cash mob. CU Lunch Local will kick off its eighth year of grassroots economic development on October 15, 2019.
Roger Penske awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom
Roger Penske was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, which is the nation's highest civilian honor. After a short but successful racing career, Penske built a car dealership into the Penske Corp. He began Roger Penske Racing in 1966, and cars owned and prepared by Team Penske have scored hundreds of racing victories over the years, including
Wayne State offers free tuition to Detroit high school grads
Wayne State University announced the establishment of the Heart of Detroit Tuition Pledge, which will provide free tuition for graduates of a Detroit high school or Detroit residents earning a high school diploma, and admitted to Wayne State University as a full-time freshman in fall 2020. The announcement was made in front of an enthusiastic group of
12 things to do in Michigan in November 2019
Thanksgiving is coming soon, but first there is a ton of other fun to be had. Check out these 12 things to do in Michigan in November 2019. Nov 1-5 East Lansing Film Festival – East Lansing The East Lansing Film Festival is the longest-running non-experimental film festival in the state. The goal is to bring independent
‘Tis the season for winter squash
If they’re grown in the summer and sold in the fall, why are so many fruits (yes, they are fruits not veggies) considered to be winter squash? Pumpkins, buttercup, butternut, acorn, and spaghetti squash are all part of this family, which is harvested and eaten in the mature fruit stage, meaning the seeds have matured fully and
Fire ravages Michigan, not just Chicago, in 1871
For most historians, October 8, 1871, will stick out as the day of the Great Chicago Fire. The blaze in the Windy City killed approximately 300 people, destroyed 3.3 square miles of the city, and left over 100,000 residents homeless. Many people believe the Michigan connection to the Chicago fire is limited to the fact that lumber