As the nation observes Mental Health Awareness Month, our “Black Church in Detroit” series examines the church’s role in supporting the well-being of young people and how it can partner with mental health professionals. Host Stephen Henderson has a candid conversation about mental wellness among young African Americans with three
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A new stage, play features for Spirit Plaza
Among the new amenities for the park are a covered stage, a swing set and a larger and more inclusive play area with a wheelchair-accessible merry-go-round and a climbing tower for a range of ages and abilities.
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Join us! RSVP to ‘Billion Dollar Bills, Y’all’
Breaking down how Detroit’s budget works, what departments receive funding and staffing decisions within the mayor’s administration.
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Detroit techno legend Carl Craig celebrates Black music on vinyl | American Black Journal
Contributor Bryce Huffman of BridgeDetroit caught up with him to talk about his “All Black Vinyl” video series, which is seen on Instagram during Black History Month.
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A look at the upcoming Museum of Detroit Electronic Music | American Black Journal
Host Stephen Henderson sits down with the museum’s founder and executive director, Adriel Thornton, to talk about how techno was created by a group of African American teenagers in Detroit and how it has become its own musical genre that is popular around the world.
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Dearborn Memorial Day Parade Celebrates 100 Years of Community Pride and Patriotism | One Detroit
As communities across the state prepare to observe the Memorial Day holiday, the city of Dearborn will be celebrating a special milestone. It will be hosting the 100th anniversary of the longest running Memorial Day parade in Michigan.
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New Michigan tax system sparks confusion for 27,000 taxpayers
Michigan sent 27,000 taxpayers incorrect notices, including ‘alarming’ letters claiming owed taxes paid. Weeks later, the state is still working to correct the errors.
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WDET is ‘Crossing the Lines’ in Highland Park
Crossing the Lines is a multi-year project from WDET 101.9 FM that tells the stories and shows the diversity of people and perspectives of Metro Detroit.
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‘King James:’ A tale of friendship, basketball and fandom at Detroit Public Theatre
One Detroit’s Chris Jordan interviewed the play’s director, Courtney Burkett, and its two leads, Mateo Davis and Alexander Pobutsky.
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Mayor Sheffield announces Occupy the Summer programming
The new program will run for 10 weeks during the summer months and feature extended hours at nine recreation centers, neighborhood activations every Friday and the return of the popular Midnight Basketball program.