Michigan Central launches with opening of Newlab Detroit in the Book Depository Building
The headquarters of Newlab Detroit opened on April 25 in the Book Depository Building, marking the official launch of Michigan Central. Newlab is expected to aid in that transformation by attracting startups, entrepreneurs, engineers, and scientists building companies to the city.
Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinsonβs and Born In Detroit collaborate on limited-edition apparel line
The line, Team 23, is exclusively available on the foundationβs website and features a wide variety of items including a tote, beanie, and both knit and snapback hats, along with clothing for men and women. A portion of the proceeds from these sale of the items in the line will benefit the foundation and their important work spreading awareness of and funding research for Parkinsonβs Disease.
Joe Vicari Restaurant Group launches causal dining bistro in Macomb County
The new sit-down bistro, Andiamo Bistro offers the same great Italian cuisine sold at other Andiamo locations, but in a more laid-back atmosphere and with more affordable prices. Dishes include build-your-own-pasta, personalized flatbread pizzas, paninis, and much more.
Operation Ghost Rider distracted driving initiative has begun
Michigan State Police, along with several police departments and sheriffβs offices in metro Detroit, will beΜύ. Under Michigan law, first-time offenders get a $100 fine while $200 fines are levied for repeat-offenders.
Atheneum Suite Hotel in Greektown to undergo major renovation
The renovation is being overseen by St. Clair Shores design firm Olon Interior and includesΜύ. The project is slated for completion sometime in May.
Middle schooler safely stops school bus after bus driver loses consciousness
Dillon Reeves, a 7th grader at Carter Middle School in Warren,Μύ, when the bus was on Masonic Boulevard near Bunert Road. Reeves was described as βa heroβ by City Councilman Jonathan Lafferty.
Gourmet waffle restaurant to open in Detroitβs Avenue of Fashion
Μύand will offer more than 45 different gourmet options including classic Belgian and French toast along with more unique options such as bacon, egg, and cheese waffle burritos and the loaded baked potato waffle. Ice cream and custard, along with vegetarian, vegan, and seasonal options are also available.
Bills aims to establish five new state holidays in Michigan
would make Diwali, Vaisakhi, Eid al-Adha, and Lunar New Year official, state-recognized holidays. Emgage Action Michigan, a human rights advocacy group, say the bills are βan exciting development for the state.β
New upscale restaurant to open in West Bloomfield
Ciao Italian Bistro & Wine Bar has new ownership and willΜύ. This new upscale restaurant will offer menu options inspired by the Amalfi Coast and the island of Capri in Italy.
District Detroit project to receive $615M in tax incentives from state board
Michiganβs economic development boardΜύ. The $1.5 billion project will see the development of 695 mixed-income residential units, 1.2 million square feet of office space, 100,000 square feet of retail and 467 hotel rooms across 10 properties in and around the downtown Detroit area.
Rochester Hills hopes state grant will help the city acquire green space
The Rochester Hills City Council has voted to send a grant application to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund to ask for funds to help the city acquireΜύ. They hope the city can use the space to connect Rochester Road to the Clinton River Trail.
Martha Reeves looks back at the life of Harry Belafonte
The Motown legend sat down with CBS News Detroit toΜύ. Belafonte died in of congestive heart failure on April 25 in his New York City home at the age of 96.
Grand Haven named one of best small beach towns in the U.S.
Travel website Trips to DiscoverΜύ. It is the only Midwestern spot on the list, which includes locales such as Carmel-by-the Sea, California; Tybee Island, Georgia; and Provincetown, Massachusetts.
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