Issues
As a real estate agent, Stephen Reynolds has helped people move into the City of Detroit, but recently he has helped even more people move out. Many are leaving because of crime. And, according to Reynolds, “They’re looking at school districts and from an economical standpoint, high insurance, high home insurance”. A survey done last September for the Detroit News… Read more »
From wxyz.com: Emergency Manager Kevyn Orr released his financial and operating plan to the state that reveals deep fiscal wounds and an impending cash flow crisis in the city of Detroit. The report indicates that the city of Detroit will run out of cash this summer if the city’s current financial strategy is not maintained and adjusted. “We’re in very… Read more »
For sale! An entire Detroit city block could be yours if you have the right amount of money. It’s on Detroit’s east side. “This is absolutely my first sale of an entire city block,” said Gordon Hawkins, the broker behind the deal. Gordon Hawkins is excited to sell you an entire city block. “It’s adjacent to Indian and West Village,”… Read more »
Some parts of Detroit–like midtown and parts of downtown–are thriving. Other areas, like some neighborhoods–are struggling. All this month, Detroit 2020 will be focusing on The Two Detroits. As midtown bustles with development activity, and downtown experiences a steady influx of new workers…daily life remains a challenge in many of Detroit’s neighborhoods. Two Detroits. It’s a tale, really, of every… Read more »
Some of our favorite products that we grew up with are made in Detroit. Now, everything from high-end watches to blue jeans are being made right here.During a special edition of 7 Action News at 7 on Tuesday, Detroit 2020 put the spotlight on products made in Detroit.
The names are synonymous with Detroit. Better Made. Faygo. Sanders. And they’re all still made right here. We have links to the websites of these companies and others below! Bumpy Cake is a Sanders classic..just marking its 100th Birthday. The chocolate company has been around even longer—since 1875. Another Detroit original—Better Made Potato Chips. They’re probably part of the reason… Read more »
The Buy Michigan Now campaign is giving one new business owner a chance to win marketing exposure worth more than $1,000. The campaign is dedicated to helping businesses succeed in Michigan, and creating awareness of products made in our state. “We are so excited to offer this opportunity to Michigan businesses just starting out. Last year’s contest was well received… Read more »
During a discussion on Detroit’s future at the annual “Pancakes & Politics” breakfast, businessman Dan Gilbert suggested that the Detroit Pistons move to downtown Detroit. He says he’s talked before with Pistons owner Tom Gores about the prospect of moving the Pistons to Detroit. Gilbert said, “I always try to put the bug in his ear.”
Treating customers right. In this case, it’s the millions of visitors who come to southeast Michigan every year. Dave LewAllen looked at how the Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau tries to make sure visitors leave happy–so they’ll want to come back. Detroit welcomes the international media for the auto show each year. The Final Four. Major golf championships. The… Read more »
Detroit mayor Dave Bing announced today that all of the city’s parks will stay open this spring and summer, thanks to reallocated funding, grants and community support. Local businesses and foundations have pledged $14 million to the Active and Safe Campaign to support recreation centers and programming. Lear Corporation is donating $5 million over five years to support the city’s… Read more »
