Dr. Meagan Elliott, deputy CFO of the city of Detroit, will assume the role on July 1.
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Can the DNR save Belle Isle’s historic boathouse?
Historic preservationists and water recreation advocates are pushing back against possible demolition. State said community input will be sought.
Detroit students indulge their curiosity about nature in place-based lesson at Belle Isle
“So many of us just take for granted having access to nature,” says a retired teacher who helps organize the trips.
Detroit’s Friday swim club on Belle Isle quickly growing
The Belle Isle Swim Club meets every Friday at 7 a.m. to swim, hang out, and drink free coffee.
Can Belle Isle travels be better? Weigh in
The DNR is accepting feedback through July 24 on a host of recommendations to make travel to and from the Detroit island park safer.
Is Belle Isle doing enough to attract young Detroiters?
The state management of Belle Isle has brought more outside visitors, funding and upkeep to the island. But some say it also has led to more challenges with park access and a heightened police presence that created an atmosphere that makes young Detroiters feel less welcome.
DNR: notices about Belle Isle beach closure were ‘above and beyond’
Hundreds of people were swimming over the weekend at the Belle Isle beach despite beach closure due to high levels of E.coli.
Detroit’s Belle Isle Park now has fast charging stations for EVs
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced on Monday that two new DC charging stations are operating at the state park. The state intends to spread EV chargers to other state parks.
Ship happens: Cargo vessel freed after running aground on Belle Isle
A massive freighter gave Belle Isle Park visitors a surprise after running aground on the eastern shore of the island.
When nature calls on Belle Isle, visitors struggle to find a bathroom
BridgeDetroit visited Belle Isle bathrooms across the park. Here’s what we found.