News from Detroit

Cleveland's bus rapid transit system could be a model for Detroit

Detroit Free Press Wednesday, June 29, 2016

For those wondering what bus rapid transit might look like in SE Michigan, look to Cleveland, which has had a BRT line since 2008.

New beverage director to accompany Rock City Eatery's move to Midtown

Model D Sunday, June 12, 2016

A few crucial things will be different for Rock City Eatery when it moves to its new location on Woodward Avenue.

70 units in 30 days: Forest Arms redevelopment fills up fast in Midtown

Model D Wednesday, June 01, 2016

The Forest Arms apartment building in Midtown is going to accept its first tenants since 2008. And after opening the building up to the market, it reached full capacity in just 30 days.

NextChallenge aims to smarten up urban infrastructure tech

Model D Wednesday, June 01, 2016

Technology upgrades are an everyday part of our lives. Cutting edge technology in public infrastructure, not so much. It's why NextEnergy is hosting NextChallenge: Smart Cities.

City of Detroit to offer municipal IDs by end of 2017

City of Detroit Wednesday, June 01, 2016

While not a replacement for a driver's license, municipal IDs will increase access to services for all Detroiters.

Unique program offers grants for "narrative shifting" Detroit video projects

Allied Media Projects Wednesday, June 01, 2016

The Detroit Narrative Agency will give up to 12 grants for moving image projects for Detroiters telling their story.

Small business contest seeks applicants for $50,000 award

Model D Monday, May 16, 2016

Now in its sixth year, Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest rewards entrepreneurs on the path to opening brick-and-mortar storefronts in either Detroit, Highland Park, or Hamtramck with a $50,000 cash prize and a number of other benefits.

Week of events celebrating and supporting Detroit entrepreneurs starts May 2

Build Institute Sunday, May 01, 2016

Detroit Entrepreneur Week (DEW) is a 6-day festival that takes place across three Detroit neighborhoods through events, workshops and seminars.

Final year of NEI's challenge to grant local businesses a total of $500K

NEI Sunday, May 01, 2016

On April 20, the New Economy Initiative kicked-off the third and final year of the NEIdeas challenge, "a two-tiered challenge awarding $500,000 to existing small businesses in Detroit, Hamtramck, and Highland Park for their ideas to grow."

April development news round-up: Retail, restaurants, and office space

Model D Sunday, May 01, 2016

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

Biking institution celebrates coming of spring with annual open house

Back Alley Bikes Monday, April 18, 2016

Back Alley Bikes and the Hub of Detroit will have an open house and garage sale on April 23 to raise awareness for their programs and services, and usher in another biking season.

Move over food trucks, a flower truck is coming to Detroit

Model D Monday, April 18, 2016

U.S. Census Bureau says metro Detroit grew in 2015

City Lab Monday, April 18, 2016

As recently as 2009, metro Detroit experienced the largest population losses in the country. In 2015, the region grew, albeit modestly.

New data suggest that metro Detroit's 'brain drain' is over

City Lab Monday, April 04, 2016

According to new research from the Brookings Institution, metro Detroit leads the nation in retention of graduates of local colleges and universities.

A new hotel in Midtown offers sustainable stays and intimate access to the city

Model D Monday, April 04, 2016

The recently renovated El Moore Lodge in Midtown Detroit has a lot to offer its guests: energy-efficient rooms, great location, and access to apartment residents familiar with the city.

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