Neighborhood Based Features

Glynn Washington to host first-ever Startup Story Night

Melissa Anders Monday, January 16, 2017

Glynn Washington’s life makes for quite the story. He escaped an apocalyptic religious cult, earned his law degree, has lived all over the world, and has served as a political strategist, educator, diplomat, nonprofit director, actor, musician and artist.

How Clawson is making a quiet comeback with food, retail, and a nod to history

Annamarie Sysling Wednesday, September 28, 2016

Once-sleepy downtown Clawson is fast becoming Oakland County's next hot suburb. Metromode's Annamarie Sysling talks to city leaders to find out how they're making it happen.

Remembering Colin Hubbell, a developer, champion, and friend of Detroit

Clare Pfeiffer / Model D Friday, August 28, 2015

You may not have known Colin Hubbell, but his mark on Detroit's greater downtown endures 7 years after his death. Enjoy this remembrance that former Model D managing editor Clare Pfeiffer wrote when Colin passed in August 2008.

A quiet leader in Detroit's food renaissance, Goodwells Market provides a model for success

Aaron Foley / Model D Friday, May 08, 2015

As more chain stores make their way to rebounding Detroit, smaller businesses may feel the pinch. Even more pressing is how black-owned businesses in Detroit, such as Goodwells, will fare as the city moves forward.

Bob Rosenberger at Leather Bucket Alley in Saline

Saline's Amped Up Alley

Natalie Burg / Concentrate Friday, February 28, 2014

Smart growth means employing new and innovative ideas about overlooked spaces. Consider the alley, an urban feature that conjures up all manner of unsavory images. Some communities have discovered that what was once reserved for dumpsters and smoke breaks may actually be an untapped downtown asset. Just ask Saline.

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