This year marks my 10th as a reporter. It’s a nice round number that helps me feel content to step back and try something new.
Civic and Community Information
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The legacy of ceramics artist Marie Woo, 2020 Kresge Eminent Artist | One Detroit
A reflection on artist Marie Woo, who passed away recently at age 97.
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Leader of the organization ‘Encourage Me I’m Young’ discusses programs designed to empower African American children | American Black Journal
“Encourage Me I’m Young (EMIY)” is a local nonprofit that focuses on empowering African American boys and restoring families.
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Tolls for new Detroit-Windsor bridge to be cheaper than Ambassador, tunnel
Tolls for the soon-to-open Gordie Howe International Bridge will start out cheaper than the privately-owned Ambassador Bridge and the Detroit-Windsor tunnel. And discounts will make them even cheaper.
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Feds won’t fund Detroit road diets
Deputy Director of Complete Streets Christina Peltier said a federal grant agreement prevents Detroit from removing lanes or reducing traffic capacity on Gratiot Avenue.
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Hundreds of Detroit employees could see summer wage boost
In July, about 900 city of Detroit employees could see their wages rise to $21.45 an hour, or $44,616 a year.
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Sheffield’s $3B budget boosts spending for housing, buses, late-night rec centers
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield’s first proposed budget focuses on building stronger and safer neighborhoods, investing in youth and small businesses, reducing poverty and supporting the most vulnerable residents.
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New ‘evolution’ for Detroit Department of Neighborhoods
Bryan Peckinpaugh said his main goal as the new director of the Department of Neighborhoods is to advance outreach so residents are aware of all the services Detroit offers and improve the customer experience so residents can take advantage of them.
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Denzel McCampbell wants direct democracy to drive council decisions
McCampbell, one of two newly-elected members of the council, hopes to demonstrate how direct democracy and collective action can empower residents.
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Funk legend George Clinton and Grammy Award-winning producer Maurice ‘Pirahnahead’ Herd reflect on recording music at Detroit’s United Sound Studios | One Detroit
United Sound Systems Recording Studios of Detroit opened its doors to many artists including Charlie Parker, The Miracles, Bob Seger, and Eminem.