They say Michigan has two seasons: winter and road construction. As July winds down, “orange barrel” season is in full swing across the state, especially in Metro Detroit. After a brief holiday reprieve, crews are back at work “fixing the damn roads,” in Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s words. By the end of this construction season, nearly 24,500 lane miles of roads and 1,900 bridges will have been repaired or replaced statewide, an unprecedented push to improve our drives without raising taxes a dime. Now that Michiganders are returning from record Fourth of July travels (over 2.6 million residents drove 50+ miles over the holiday), the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is ramping projects back up. Here’s a friendly roundup of what’s starting now…

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Michigan’s lake towns are the stuff of summer legends. Every year, when the weather warms, families across the state (and especially from Metro Detroit) pack up the car and head “Up North” for a dose of sun, sand, and small-town charm. It’s a time-honored tradition in the Great Lakes State, after all, no point in Michigan is more than 85 miles from one of the Great Lakes, and you’re never more than a few miles from an inland lake. With so much water everywhere, it’s no wonder Michigan boasts dozens of storybook lakefront communities that have been delighting visitors for generations. From Lake Michigan’s resort beaches to Lake Huron’s historic harbors and the wild shores of Lake Superior, each town offers its own slice of paradise. This insider’s guide,…

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Detroit just hit a housing milestone that would have been unthinkable a decade ago: the median home sale price in the city has climbed into the six figures. In June 2025, the typical Detroit house sold for over $100,000, the first time ever values have reached that benchmark. That price is roughly one-third higher than it was a year earlier, reflecting a dramatic 32%+ surge in values this past June alone. For a city long known for ultra-affordable real estate, crossing the $100K mark is a big deal. It signals a new chapter in Detroit’s ongoing comeback and has plenty of locals scratching their heads (and checking their home equity).

In this article, we’ll break down why Motor City home prices are rising so fast, what’s happening in different…

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Summer is in full swing in Metro Detroit, and the local restaurant scene is sizzling with activity. This July 2025 update comes with a hearty helping of new openings to tempt your taste buds, and a side of bittersweet closures marking the end of eras. Metro Detroiters are seeing beloved historic buildings reborn as pizzerias, tropical beach vibes popping up downtown, and family restaurateurs bringing fresh concepts to our suburbs. At the same time, a few longtime favorites have said their goodbyes, reminding everyone how ever-evolving and resilient our dining landscape truly is.

Whether you’re a lifelong Detroiter, a curious foodie, a family looking for the next dinner spot, or even a newcomer scoping out neighborhoods (and their eateries) before…

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Detroit’s soccer dreams are getting a major upgrade. Detroit City FC (DCFC), the city’s beloved grassroots soccer club, has officially tapped global design firm HOK to lead the design of its new 15,000-seat stadium in Southwest Detroit. This will be Detroit’s first-ever soccer-specific stadium, transforming the long-vacant former Southwest Detroit Hospital site at Michigan Avenue and 20th Street into a vibrant sports and community hub. The choice of HOK, a firm renowned for high-profile sports projects like Little Caesars Arena, has fans buzzing and real estate watchers taking note. More than just a new playing field, the project symbolizes a major investment in the city’s neighborhoods and a milestone in DCFC’s remarkable rise from a small club to a…

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Downtown Ferndale is about to get a smokin’ new addition, literally. A beloved local restaurateur is doubling down on her hometown’s culinary scene by opening a barbecue joint in the heart of the city. Dana Taucher, longtime Ferndale resident and owner of the popular Syndicate cocktail lounge, is bringing Smokehaus Ferndale to life in a familiar spot on Vester Street. This new barbecue restaurant will take over 177 Vester St., a venue locals might remember as the former M-Brew hangout (and more recently the short-lived Scout Vester bar). With Smokehaus set to fire up its smokers soon, Ferndale diners can look forward to a missing flavor finally being represented downtown: authentic barbecue.

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Whether you’re currently living in Metro Detroit or planning on moving to Metro Detroit, selecting the right elementary school is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for your family. This comprehensive ranking of the top elementary schools in Metro Detroit draws on Niche.com’s data, key academic metrics, and real‑world parent feedback to spotlight the region’s best public and private campuses, from Cranbrook Schools and Detroit Country Day to Village Oaks and Deerfield Elementary. You’ll find insights on student‑teacher ratios, proficiency rates in reading and math, standout programs, and community culture so you can confidently weigh each school’s strengths. Use this guide to discover which Detroit‑area elementary schools offer the perfect…

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Summer in Metro Detroit hits different. The sun lingers well past dinner, festivals fill every weekend, and the air smells like charcoal grills and freshly cut grass. And when the temps start climbing? You beat the heat with a cone, a custard, or an over-the-top milkshake piled higher than your kid’s birthday wish list.

Whether you’re a parent looking for a weekend treat, a foodie on the hunt for something Instagram-worthy, or a nostalgic soul craving a scoop from the same stand you visited as a kid, this list delivers. We’re talking cult favorites, old-school legends, and wild creations you’ll only find here in Southeast Michigan.

Let’s dig in.

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Iconic Ice Cream Stands That Built the Scene

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Imagine preparing for a new school year, only to find out key education funding has suddenly vanished. Late last month, Metro Detroit schools got a jarring shock: the Trump administration abruptly froze nearly $6.8 billion in federal education grants that were about to reach classrooms. This unprecedented funding freeze, affecting programs from after-school care to teacher training, has thrown school plans into chaos just weeks before students return. Parents across Metro Detroit are understandably asking: What happened, and what does it mean for our kids? In true neighborly fashion, we’ve dug into the details to break down what Metro Detroit families need to know about this situation, with a friendly but frank look at how it hits home.

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Detroit Pistons fans are about to have a new reason to cheer, even on non-game days. In a city where loyalty runs as deep as the Detroit River, the Pistons are rolling out an innovative rewards program that turns everyday purchases into “Pistons Points” and exclusive fan experiences. This upcoming season’s Pistons Rewards program is all about giving back to the fans, rewarding those family grocery runs and coffee shop stops with perks that bring you closer to the action. It’s a move that blends hometown pride with cutting-edge tech, and locals are already buzzing about the possibilities.

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A New Way to Reward Detroit’s Loyal Fans

The Detroit Pistons have officially teamed up with Seattle-based tech startup Uptop to launch…

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