We take a stroll through Elmwood Cemetery, Michigan’s oldest denominational cemetery and explore its rich history. We look inside black Detroit’s long history with gymnastics, despite barriers to access, operatic tenor George Shirley shares his story, a Motown-themed Airbnb opens near Hitsville, we unmask our favorite Halloween habits, plus much more.
Solid Freshman Classes
No matter if your student’s undecided or has her entire future mapped out, discover some all-around good classes to take as a freshman in college.
SEEN: Southwest Solutions Celebration of Impact
On Sept. 13, Southwest Solutions invited guests to MGM Grand Detroit for its second annual fundraising benefit and celebration of 49 years of improving lives and neighborhoods.
Sacred Earth at Elmwood Cemetery
Stroll through Michigan's oldest nondenominational cemetery, where the past meets the present and the living mingle with the dead.
Motown-Themed Airbnb Opens Near Hitsville U.S.A.
The soulful West Grand Boulevard property is ready to host your next family reunion.
Michigan Opera Theatre Celebrates Detroit-Bred Operatic Tenor George Shirley
Shirley was the Metropolitan Opera’s first black tenor to perform in a leading role.
Fresh Rx Connects Patients with Fruits and Veggies
Authority Health's program connects health care providers with the food system.
America and Her Merciless Brand of Capitalism, Born of Slave Labor
On the 400th anniversary of the first enslaved Africans being brought to America, we remember the backs from which American capitalism was born.
College-Savvy Tips for Teens
Pointers from a Detroit teen who was accepted into 45 colleges.
Calvin Colbert, Executive Director, Detroit Impact
This native Detroiter knows the importance of youth and giving back to your community, which is why he works to help young people succeed in the city he grew up in.
Bronzed N Glow Sets Up on the Avenue of Fashion
Opening on Oct. 19, Jamesha Lucas and Destiny Thomas have created a beauty experience that melds retail, education and technology.
Black Girl MATHgic Aims to Increase Math Confidence in Black Girls
The monthly subscription box goes through everything from division to fractions with a female-focused twist.
BLAC’s 20th Anniversary Throwback: Flashing Back to 2010
Celebrating BLAC's 20th anniversary and recalling what we and the culture were up to in 2010, plus replaying our sit-down with Carmen N'Namdi.
Ask the Expert: When Should I Seek Help with Weight Loss?
When it comes to losing weight, it’s not one-size-fits-all.
Toddlers to Gents Offers Customizable Boys Clothes
Mom Brittany Washington is looking to instill valuable lessons through style.
We’re Head Over Heels for Black Gymnastics in Detroit
Black Detroit has long had a bond with gymnastics, and as young brown-skinned tumblers continue to dominate the sport, local tumblers remain as passionate as ever.
What Are Colleges Looking for in 2019-20?
College counselors and admissions directors answer the BIG question every aspiring college student – and their parents – want to know.
