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Feature Story Henrietta Lacks by Oluwaseyi Akintoroye

From Detroit to Grand Rapids, MINT Artist Guild youth honors heroes with first traveling exhibit

Sarah WilliamsTuesday, April 6, 2021
During the pandemic, 12 young artists from Detroit’s Mint Artists Guild have painted a collection of such heroes—the famous, the imagined, and the unnamed—whose stories inspire them to stand tall in the face of trouble.
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‘Last call’: A (premature?) ode to Detroit’s Union Street

Casey CostonTuesday, April 6, 2021
Union Street was like stepping into a welcoming saloon fresh off the grimy streets of a seemingly post-apocalyptic early 90’s Detroit. Casey Coston takes us on a trip down memory lane.
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Meet the three women leading the educational transformation at Marygrove

Biba AdamsTuesday, April 6, 2021
Marygrove College was founded by nuns. The tenets of the Catholic faith remained embedded into every part of the campus and curriculum, particularly, the three c’s of competence, commitment, and compassion. Meet three women carrying on the proud tradition as the college transitions into a new life as Marygrove Conservancy.
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Biba Adams’ guide to life in Hamtramck

Monday, April 5, 2021
Hamtramck claims to be where you can find “the world in two square miles,” and if you come over, you’ll find that to be true. For those of us who live here, we wouldn’t trade it for anything. 
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Sterling Heights opens new Lakeside Mall drive-thru COVID-19 vaccination center

Kate RoffThursday, April 1, 2021
A new drive-thru COVID-19 vaccination facility at the Sears automotive center at Lakeside Mall in Sterling Heights officially opened this week, with plans to administer as many as 2,000 doses of the vaccine per week. It is one of four new locations opened in Macomb County, bringing the total number of county-affiliated vaccination sites to seven.
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$10,000 educator grant to help tackle Michigan's teacher gap

Kate RoffThursday, April 1, 2021
By the 2022-2023 school year, Michigan will face a shortfall of 600 teachers, according to a recent study. Now an educator grant is helping the state's second-largest school district attract and train the next generation of teachers. 
Feature Story “I see this as a family-to-family service for the community,” says Angela Tolonen. Entrepreneurship

Family-owned pet shop to replace corporate chain in downtown Farmington

MJ GalbraithWednesday, March 31, 2021
We want to keep the things that the community really enjoyed and then offer more customized services that you might not be able to get from a corporate entity,” says co-owner Angela Tolonen.
Feature Story A family’s art: Jake Nordin, son of co-owners Michelle Plucinsky and Chris Nordin Arts and Culture

‘Something to make you smile’: How Dearborn’s Glass Academy got creative to reach a new audience

MJ GalbraithWednesday, March 31, 2021
COVID-19 forced the Glass Academy to alter their business model. They look to emerge from the pandemic even stronger.
Partner Content Justin Williams, GSSEM's Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer has been with the Council since January.

Facing the Future: Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan Elevates Diversity and Equity

Jane Parikh-SimonsMonday, March 29, 2021
For the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan diversity, equity and inclusion are more than just words.  In January, GSSEM made an intentional decision to hire its first Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, making it the first Girl Scout Council in Michigan and one of only a handful throughout the United States to do what numerous colleges and universities and businesses have already done.
Feature Story Stephanie Chang

12 Metro Detroit Asian American women leaders you should know

Nargis RahmanMonday, March 29, 2021
Model D interviewed 12 local Asian American women who are leaders in their respective fields, from nonprofits to restaurants, to understand their experiences and their thoughts on the rise in attacks on the AAPI community.
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5 Detroit Instagram accounts you need to follow right now

Biba AdamsMonday, March 29, 2021
We compiled a shortlist of some of our favorite Detroit-focused IG accounts for you to follow and connect with and revel in the greatness of our city. 
Feature Story Captain Luke Clyburn speaks with Sea Cadets on the Pride of Michigan. Technology and Innovation

Meet the researchers and young explorers investigating Lake St. Clair's sunken mysteries

David SandsThursday, March 25, 2021
Lake St. Clair hides many secrets, from shipwrecks to submerged settlements. But a several Michigan-based organizations are doing their best to bring them to light.
Special Report Erik Tungate, Oak Park City Manager Community Development

Oak Park embraces its diversity and business mix to become a destination for Metro Detroit"

Jane Parikh-SimonsWednesday, March 24, 2021
These days, the city is home to thriving downtown corridors with a mix of specialty shops, bars, and restaurants.
Feature Story Shawn Taylor Entrepreneurship

Motivating others to succeed: Q&A with business consultant Shawn Taylor

Kate RoffThursday, March 18, 2021
When Shawn Taylor isn't coaching clients in business and real estate, he's doing things like training emergency inspectors for FEMA and introducing people like President Joe Biden at events. The Sterling Heights resident shares with Metromode what his varied work looks like, and what inspires him. 
Feature Story shapeypsi Community Development

Can cities plan for equity? These southeast Michigan communities are leading the way

Patrick DunnThursday, March 18, 2021
While the researchers found that plans highlighting equity were decidedly in the minority in Michigan, there were some standouts in metro Detroit.
Feature Story Latoya Eliot, “Untitled” Community Development

Artist studios for people with disabilities open in Detroit and Westland

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 18, 2021
“In the studio, we’re not trying to hide or mask peoples’ disabilities. People can see and use their disabilities as something that’s positive, something that’s unique to them and their style and their work.”
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Portillo's opens first Michigan location in Sterling Heights

Kate RoffThursday, March 18, 2021
Restaurant chain Portillo's started as a hot dog stand in Illinois in 1963, but grew to launch more than 60 locations across nine states. On Tuesday, the brand opened its first Michigan restaurant, located in Sterling Heights.
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‘The quality, the craftsmanship, and the glow’: Reception planned for Farmington art exhibition

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 18, 2021
“When you stand in front of [the paintings], you want to reach out and touch them because they’re so representational. He really was a master of his craft.”
Development News The Oak Park Public Library is one of more than 100 libraries throughout southeastern Michigan participating in the program Technology and Innovation

Parks system partners with libraries to provide 100 free hotspots throughout the region

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 18, 2021
“Any in-network library user in the five-county region can request access to the hotspots at their local library.”
Feature Story The Motown Witch, Yvette-Louise Wyatt. Photo by Nick Hagen.

‘Motown Witch’ brings ancestral wisdom to Detroit’s west side with metaphysical supply

Biba AdamsTuesday, March 16, 2021
In this nod to Women’s History Month, Model D Editor At Large Biba Adams interviewed Yvette-Louise, also known as The Motown Witch, who opened her new metaphysical supply store in January with products like incense, candles, crystals, books, and more. She is creating a space for people and particularly women, to explore ancient magic rooted in self-love.
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