A BridgeDetroit analysis of county budget reports found that Detroit taxpayers paid over $2 million into the county’s parks fund in the last fiscal year alone.
Bridge staff
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Detroit accepting applications for home accessibility repairs
Among the repairs covered under the program for residents with disabilities and low-income seniors are the installation of ramps, lifts and grab bars and improvements to doors, thresholds, lighting and mobility devices.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Political and Public Policy Information
Want to take advantage of early voting in Detroit? Here’s how
Early voting for the Aug. 6 primary began over the weekend. Here’s a rundown of where to go and what to expect.
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Reparations-focused panel urges Detroiters to ‘raise your voices’
The event was part of a BridgeDetroit series, which will also include an August session on housing and home repair and a September talk on immigration issues.
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Join a virtual conversation on Detroit’s ‘quest for reparations’
BridgeDetroit and Detroit PBS’ American Black Journal will host a virtual June 26 town hall on reparations.
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Ford fireworks: Parking, viewing, curfew and more
Ford Fireworks: Where to watch and park, road closures, curfew rules and more.
Posted inArts & Culture, Civic and Community Information
Baobab Fare comes up short, win for Sozai of Clawson at James Beard Awards
Last month, the semifinalists for the Beard award announced that their popular East African food truck in Detroit’s Eastern Market, Waka, will soon make its presence more permanent with a brick-and-mortar and the couple closed this spring on another building on the city’s east side.
Posted inArts & Culture
Photos: A star-studded night for Detroit as Ford opens Michigan Central with concert
The lineup included Diana Ross, Jack White, Eminem, Big Sean, Jelly Roll, Trick Trick, DJ Sky Jetta, The Clark Sisters, Fantasia and more.
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How to watch Detroit train station reopening concert, celebration
‘Live From Detroit: The Concert at Michigan Central,’ celebrating Detroit train station reopening, is scheduled to begin at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday night.
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BridgeDetroit 2024 Voter Guide: Everything you need to know about participating in elections
Everything voters need to know about voting in Detroit, state and federal elections.