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$50 adoption fee this month at Humane Society of Huron Valley
Submitted by Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) From July 8 to 31, adopting an adult cat or dog (over 6 months of age) at HSHV will only be $50, thanks to sponsorship from BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending pet homelessness. “Empty the Shelters” will be taking place in 390 shelters in 44 states to help deserving shelter pets find loving homes.
Just in time for National Hot Dog Day, Portillo's opens second Michigan location in Livonia
Metro Detroiters now have a new spot to get a taste of Chicago. Portillo’s, which started as a small hot dog stand in the Chicago suburb of Villa Park more than 60 years ago, opened its second location in Michigan on Tuesday.
Abandoned Ponderosa in Dearborn Heights Will Bring Back Memories
Back in the 80s, going to Ponderosa with the family was a pretty big deal. It was the go-to spot for buffet-style dining in Michigan. Dad didn't mind breaking out his wallet on Ponderosa nights because he knew it was one meal that he could truly afford. I mean, you could get an entire dinner including steak, potatoes, veggies, a salad, fruit, and all-you-can-eat sundaes for just $3.99.
This Restaurant’s Mouthwatering Cheeseburger Has Been Crowned the Best in Michigan
Covered in melty cheese, topped with bacon, slathered with ketchup - however you stack up your cheeseburger, no doubt they are one of America's favorite dishes. Well one cheeseburger in Michigan is getting praised as the very best the state. Foodie publication Lovefood.com went on a mission hunt down America's...
New cat adoption center in Farmington Hills features lounge and café
FARMINGTON HILLS — Those in search of feline companionship may find it while enjoying a light snack, a drink, and maybe even a movie, thanks to the arrival of a new cat adoption center. The Avocato Catfé and Adoption Center is scheduled to open July 23 with a concept...
Singer born in Oakland County sets internet ablaze with strange National Anthem performance
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. – A singer born in Oakland County sent the internet into a frenzy Monday with a National Anthem performance that I think we can all agree was a little bit strange. Ingrid Andress is a country music star who has been nominated for four Grammy Awards in...
Friday Family Fun Day in Taylor will include animals, crafts, superheroes
The city of Taylor is dedicating a day of activities to events for the entire household and calling it “Friday Family Fun Day.”. The event will take place from noon to 4 p.m. this Friday at the Sheridan Center Open Air Pavilion, 12111 Pardee Road (inside Heritage Park). Organizers...
Community celebrates life of Funkateers member Tony ‘Lace’ Lacey in Inkster
DETROIT – The legendary dance group, “The Funkateers”, used to tear it up across Metro Detroit and on TV on the Saturday Night Music Machine. Now, the community mourns the loss of Tony “Lace” Lacey, one of the original group members. Local 4 has been...
Your Childhood is Now an Exhibit at Michigan’s Henry Ford Museum
What did I ever do to you, Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation? Huh? I've been touring your halls and exhibits gleefully since my first elementary school field trip dropped us off at the front door in the '80s. I've gone on those same bus rides with my kids, watched them explore your trains, and marvel at machinery. Yet, despite my dedication, you, the Henry Ford Museum, decided that items from my childhood, which WASN'T THAT LONG AGO, are now OLD ENOUGH to be an actual exhibit.
Discounted carnival wristbands to go on sale for 2024 Dearborn Homecoming Festival during July 15 flash sale
DEARBORN – Live music, carnival rides, games, food, and more will return to Ford Field Park the 43rd annual Dearborn Homecoming Festival which runs Aug. 2 to 4. Carnival wristbands, which are required for rides in the Wade Shows carnival area, will be sold at a discounted rate during a one-day flash sale July 15.
Detroit Institute of Arts seeks applicants for 2025 Inside Out program
Winter landscape in Moonlight by Ernest Ludwig Kirchner and the Portrait of Postman Roulin by Vincent van Gogh are just a few of the masterpieces that have been added to the horizon in communities across the region through the Detroit Institute of Arts Inside Out Program. Looking to add a...
50+ must-try burgers in metro Detroit
The humble hamburger is a staple of American food culture, and metro Detroit’s burger scene is sizzling with choices. When you’re in need of a greasy pick-me-up or searching for a hearty, delicious meal, sometimes a simple juicy burger will do just the trick. The delicacy is served...
Dine Out for Less With These Kids Eat Free Deals at Metro Detroit Restaurants
Everything is getting more expensive these days. You’ve probably heard this resounding phrase on the news, from friends and family, maybe even from strangers at the grocery store. Many families are feeling the pinch of inflation, whether it’s at the register or when the bill arrives at your table.
Egg Bar opens in downtown Dearborn, serving up halal breakfast options
Rise and shine! There's a new spot for breakfast sandwiches in downtown Dearborn. Egg Bar on Military near Michigan Avenue arrived a couple of weeks ago. Its online menu highlights more than a half-dozen breakfast sandwiches featuring steam-baked eggs served on grilled Japanese Shokupon bread, also known as Japanese milk bread. Additions and...
Pretzel Bell has reopened in downtown Ann Arbor after July 4th fire
ANN ARBOR, MI -- Pretzel Bell in downtown Ann Arbor is back in business after a Fourth of July fire that caused it to close. The restaurant at 226 S. Main St. reopened at 4 p.m. Monday, July 15, with a limited menu after some electrical damages caused the restaurant to lose all the food in its coolers, said owner Jon Carlson.
‘Colors of the Community’ featured in latest POP mural
DEARBORN – The annual Pockets of Perception mural, painted by local teens and sponsored by the Dearborn Community Fund, brings “Colors of the Community” to the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center. A public unveiling is scheduled for 5 p.m. July 31 outside the COMPAC, 15801 Michigan...
Washtenaw United: Youth Arts Alliance helps young folks create community and improve lives
Heather Martin, Youth Arts Alliance (YAA) lives in Ypsilanti with her son. Heather has been a teaching artist for over 15 years and holds a Master’s of Social Work degree from The University of Michigan. She believes that healing-centered, arts programming welcomes healthier, safer communities. Heather has extensive experience in the coordination and management of innovative, collaborative arts and culture projects through collective interdisciplinary community coalitions. Heather built YAA’s programming model on strengths-based, trauma-informed practices, research in landscape of mental health, and the need for fostering critical intergenerational connections in community through collaborative art making.
Tips and tricks for making the best of the Ann Arbor Art Fair
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – It is officially Art Fair season, and if you’re a first-time visitor the massive event can easily be overwhelming. Made up of three different fairs, the annual three-day event spans over 30 blocks of downtown Ann Arbor and hosts nearly 1,000 artists. While seasoned fair attendees know when and where to go, newbies can quickly find themselves turned around and frustrated.
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