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Eastern Market goes to Rome conference
Eastern Market CEO Dan Carmody recently returned from a global farmers market conference in Rome with ideas and inspiration to strengthen community food access.Why it matters: Eastern Market runs a network of farmers markets across the city to make healthy foods easier to get.New grocery stores have opened here in recent years, but parts of the city still have few options.State of play: Carmody joined small-scale farmers, agricultural leaders and other representatives from about 70 countries last month at the World Farmers Markets Coalition's general assembly in Rome."It's a wonderful opportunity to really check best practices and get to know...
Detroit Lions primed for a Super Bowl run
The Lions' quest for the Super Bowl starts Thursday night with the preseason opener against the New York Giants.The big picture: NFL experts and gambling oddsmakers put Detroit among the top Super Bowl contenders following last season's playoff success and key offseason signings.Zoom in: Thursday's matchup with the Giants has turned into more than a typical preseason snooze-fest.The NFL fined both teams $200,000 each for excessive fighting and unsportsmanlike conduct during their joint practices this week.Close to 10 scuffles broke out Monday, and Tuesday's practice was cut short because fighting continued, the Free Press reports.State of play: The Lions' roster...
Slotkin and Rogers to face off for Michigan Senate seat after primary victories
Michigan's U.S. Senate race this fall will pit Democratic U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin against Republican former congressman Mike Rogers.The big picture: Given Michigan's swing state status and the narrowly divided U.S. Senate, the contest between Slotkin and Rogers will be among the closest-watched in the country.The general election winner will replace Democratic U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, who is retiring.Zoom in: Slotkin was leading businessman Hill Harper, 77%-23%, as of about 5am Wednesday with 88% of expected votes reported, and Rogers had about 63% of votes in the Republican primary as of that time.The AP called both races at about 9pm...
Metro Detroit home sellers dropping prices
Data: Redfin; Chart: Axios VisualsNearly a quarter of houses for sale in Metro Detroit saw price cuts recently, according to Redfin data.Why it matters: Home sellers across the country are increasingly offering discounts to entice buyers hampered by high housing costs.Flashback: Price cuts surged nationwide in 2022, partly because rising mortgage rates caused home shoppers to back out of the market.Zoom in: The share of homes in Metro Detroit with sellers cutting their prices has ranged from 20% in December to 24% in May, the most recent month available from Redfin.Before that, the last couple of years, that share has...
Michigan Senate primary: Live results
Data: Associated Press; Chart: Axios VisualsMichigan voters will cast Republican and Democratic primary ballots Tuesday to determine whom will compete for the state's open Senate seat in November. Polls close at 8pm ET. Why it matters: Given Michigan's swing state status and the narrowly divided U.S. Senate, November's race will be among the closest-watched in the country.Zoom in: The Democratic primary slate features U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin and businessman Hill Harper.The Republican primary includes former congressmen Mike Rogers and Justin Amash, as well as physician Sherry O'Donnell, whose opposition to COVID-19 mandates inspired her start in politics. Sandy Pensler, who dropped out to endorse Rogers, will still appear on the ballot.Catch up quick: The seat came open after U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow decided to retire after four terms.
Detroit design firm Pophouse moves into historic Stott building
A view of the David Stott Building building arch window before and after restoration. Pophouse is now located in the Stott. Photos: PophouseThe historic David Stott Building downtown has a new tenant: Pophouse, a boutique interior design firm.The big picture: The move brings another design company to Capitol Park.Gensler, a global architectural and design firm, signed a long-term lease at Bedrock's 1265 Griswold Building last year. OHM Advisors is also nearby.Zoom in: Pophouse, founded in 2013 by Jennifer Gilbert, became the Stott's only commercial tenant in March.Built in 1929 for the Stott flour mill company, Bedrock bought the Stott in...
Michigan's multiracial population grows
Data: Census Bureau; Map: Alice Feng/AxiosFormer President Trump's false attack against Vice President Kamala Harris last week, questioning whether she can identify with more than one race, arrives at a time when the U.S. and Michigan's multiracial populations are surging.Why it matters: Trump's comments illuminate how some Americans consistently misunderstand the complexities of people from multiple racial and ethnic backgrounds and how those identities shape their lives.Zoom in: Michigan residents who identify as multiracial, or more than one race, accounted for 6.3% of the state's population in 2020, or nearly 640,000 people out of the state's population of more than...
What you need to know before Election Day Tuesday in Detroit
Tuesday is Election Day across Michigan.Why it matters: Since Detroiters vote overwhelmingly for Democrats, the August primary races across the city are typically more competitive than the November general elections.State of play: View a sample ballot on the Secretary of State's website, where you can find information on your polling place and nearest drop box.Remember when filling out a ballot in primary elections, voters must choose one party to vote for in the partisan sections of the ballot. In the November general election, voters can vote for candidates in either party.What they're saying: The city of Detroit expects 13%-18% overall...
Ballot question asks Detroiters to renew library tax
The Proposal L ballot question asks voters to renew an expiring millage to support the Detroit Public Library.The intrigue: Approving the proposal would continue the current millage rate at 3.9943 mills for another 10 years (about $3.99 for every $1,000 of taxable value), meaning owners of homes worth $100,000 would pay about $200 per year. The current millage expires in July 2025.Why it matters: The library receives more than 80% of its funding through property taxes.What they're saying: "We'd pretty much be out of business if the millage isn't renewed," Detroit Public Library chief financial officer Antonio Brown told Outlier. "We'd have to start shutting down branches because we wouldn't have the funds to operate," Brown said.
Thanedar faces Duggan-backed Waters for Congress seat
Two Democrats, attorney Shakira Lynn Hawkins and Detroit City Council member Mary Waters, are challenging incumbent Rep. Shri Thanedar for Detroit's 13th District U.S. House seat.The winner is likely to be elected in November.Catch up quick: Thanedar defeated a loaded field of Black candidates and snapped Detroit's 70-year streak of Black representation in Congress. Detroit's political establishment appeared to be lining up behind former state Rep. Adam Hollier before a signature fraud scandal ended his campaign.While Waters' endorsement from Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan was viewed as a credibility bump, Thanedar also won high-profile endorsements from U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem...
Detroit's little-discussed, nearly successful bid to host the Olympics
With the Paris Olympics underway, it's an apt time to reflect on a surprisingly little-known piece of history — when Detroit nearly hosted the 1968 Olympics.Why it matters: A documentary released last month, "Detroit's Olympic Uprising," details the Motor City's efforts to host the Summer Olympics amid the Civil Rights Movement, when the city was one of the centers of the struggle against racism.It was created by the local director of "Boblo Boats: A Detroit Ferry Tale," Aaron Schillinger, with two U of M professors: Stefan Szymanski and Silke-Maria Weineck.What they're saying: "Detroit is the center of a great sports...
Things to do this weekend in Detroit: Aug. 2-4
Goodbye, July. Hello, August!Check out what's going on this weekend while the summer sun is still shining.🏺 Pewabic Pottery's annual "seconds" sale is where imperfect pieces that didn't meet quality standards are sold at steep discounts.Saturday, 10am-5pm, for members only.Sunday, 11am-4pm, for the public.🎨 The Belle Isle Art Fair features about 100 artists, food trucks and more.Saturday, 10am-7pm, and Sunday, 11am-5pm, next to the James Scott Memorial Fountain.Free!🎤 KEM, The S.O.S. Band and Loose Ends are performing at the Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre at 8pm Friday.Tickets start at $69.🥁 Powwow in the D is a celebration of dancing and Native American...
Paid family leave laws lacking in Michigan as access expands elsewhere
Data: U.S. Department of Labor; Map: Tory Lysik/Axios VisualsPaid family leave is still not mandated in Michigan, but new laws across the country are expanding access to benefits for expecting and new parents.Why it matters: Such programs are crucial to reducing the stress and financial burden of juggling a newborn with work responsibilities.The big picture: The U.S. offers 12 weeks of job-protected, unpaid family leave for some employees but doesn't have a paid federal parental leave policy.Meanwhile, most countries guarantee paid maternity and paternity leave.Driving the news: Paid leave laws are set to go into effect in 2026 in Delaware,...
Detroit City Council greenlights controversial solar plan
Despite opposition from its president, Detroit City Council approved an initiative to install solar fields in residential neighborhoods.The big picture: The plan's first phase will bring a total of 104 acres of solar arrays to mostly vacant parts of three neighborhoods.Resident groups volunteered their areas to house new solar development in exchange for community benefits, including energy-efficiency improvements to nearby homes and buyouts for residents in the solar footprint.The latest: On Tuesday, City Council approvals included land acquisition, $14 million in funding for the solar initiative, and contracts with two solar operators, DTE and Lightstar Renewables.Council President Mary Sheffield and...
Asian American leaders celebrate $1 million Chinatown appropriation
Last July, Asian American leaders and local lawmakers sought input on revitalizing Detroit's historic Chinatown neighborhood.Driving the news: A year later, leaders of local Asian American organizations are celebrating $1 million from the state for improvements to Detroit's Chinatown neighborhood at Cass Avenue and Peterboro Street.The intrigue: The appropriation to Midtown Inc., signed into law by the governor last week, will bring streetscape improvements and an infusion of Chinese American-inspired elements to the changing area.State of play: Potential improvements include a gateway element, new and special pavement, outdoor dining space, specialty lighting and landscape upgrades.Behind the scenes: State appropriations chair...
RUNdetroit leaves Midtown for Eastern Market
After 11 years in Midtown, running apparel retailer RUNdetroit has moved to Eastern Market.The big picture: RUNdetroit has outgrown its shop on Canfield Street by Shinola and Motor City Brewing, it said in a text to customers Monday.The new location at 1948 Division St. is slated to open Thursday.Between the lines: RUNdetroit, opened by Justin Craig and Alia Polsgrove, is known for its intensive running shoe-fitting service and advice for runners, as well as its participation in the Detroit Free Press Marathon.The store also leads a weekly running group, Saturdays at 8am, with 3-, 6- and 10-mile options. That doesn't change with the new location, from which this Saturday's run is scheduled to start.Runners take note — the local event of the year, the Free Press marathon, announced last week it sold out of two of its top races for the first time in its nearly 50-year history.The marathon and international half-marathon sold out nearly two months before the deadline to register.
Autonomous pilot project unlocks sustainable shipping solutions
A groundbreaking project out of Corktown's Newlab tech hub used a self-driving boat to show how ports and shipping companies around the world can maximize their cargo loads.The big picture: Heavier loads help decarbonize the maritime industry by moving more goods on fewer ships.Shipping accounts for about 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions annually.Zoom in: Mythos AI, a Florida-based company, came to Newlab in Detroit last fall with an idea to make shipping more efficient using its 26-foot-long autonomous boat named Archie.Through its partnership with the Port of Monroe — the state's only port on Lake Erie — Newlab provided...
Royal Oak Roast's loaded breakfast burrito
👋 Joe here. I eat so many breakfast sandwiches and burritos that they're basically my sixth food group.Dig in: My latest breakfast burrito adventure was at Royal Oak Roast, a coffee shop and eatery on Woodward Avenue near the Detroit Zoo.The vibe: Never have I written about a more "burbs" establishment.It's on the ground floor of The Griffin, the newish luxury apartment building at 10 Mile Road.The surrounding traffic on Woodward, I-75 and I-696 was audible as I sat at an outdoor table.What I ordered: The breakfast burrito ($12) — stuffed with eggs, hash browns, bacon, spinach, onions and cheese — and a small cold brew ($4.50).The breakfast menu includes huevos rancheros, smoked salmon bagels and more.💭 My thought bubble: When it comes to Royal Oak breakfast burritos, Atomic Coffee's OG is my standard-bearer for its consistency, price and taste. (It's also vegetarian.)This is a worthy rival. The ingredients were fresh and the burrito was well-prepared. I'll be back.Stop by: 25070 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak.Open daily, 7am-7pm.
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