News from Detroit

Shipping containers, bike paths, Rehab Addict, and more: July development news round-up

Model D Monday, August 10, 2015

It's been another busy month for development news in the city of Detroit. Let's catch up on some of the biggest stories from the past four weeks.

Detroit rolls out new parking technology, new rates for some areas

Detroit News Monday, August 10, 2015

Over the next two weeks, the city will be rolling out its new parking system, ParkDetroit, by installing new meters throughout the city.

Placemaking projects continue popping up outside greater downtown

Model D Monday, August 10, 2015

Seven placemaking projects, one for each city council district, are being given a boost by Community Development Advocates of Detroit.

West Village pop-up store to promote time spent outdoors in the city

Model D Monday, July 27, 2015

MOR & Co. is the outdoor store for city folk, says founder Sarah White, a West Village resident.

Gabriel Hall to bring New Orleans vibe to West Village

Model D Friday, July 17, 2015

A music venue, bar, restaurant, museum, and music education advocacy group are all coming to West Village -- and they'll all be under the same roof.

May development news round-up: Brush Park, power washing the DIA, and more

Sunday, June 14, 2015

May was a busy month for development news in Detroit. This will help catch you up.

Grubbable connects locally sourced food with local customers

Model D Monday, May 25, 2015

The 1-year-old tech startup helps people looking to eat out find the best restaurant that serves locally sourced food. Then they can know that fruits and vegetables and other ingredients in the food they are eating is made in the most sustainable way possible.

Slow Roll to require paid memberships in 2015

Metro Times Sunday, April 05, 2015

The Metro Times is reporting that Detroit's favorite weekly bicycle ride, Slow Roll, is requiring its participants to purchase memberships if they want to keep riding with the large group that meets every Monday.