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March 19, 2010
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Michigan Hearts Wine
By: Tanya Muzumdar, 2/11/2010
It's Metro Detroit's turn to wine (rather than whine). With Michigan now ranked 8th in the nation for wine production, wineries and wine bars are popping up around the region. Some are even winning medals. And that has inspired locals to get schooled in tasting and making their own. So, this weekend tip a glass to love... and the Mitten State.
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The Making Of An Angel
By: Jon Zemke, 2/11/2010
Innovative ideas? Check. Enthusiastic management team? Check. Capital? Er... working on it. For all Michigan's talk of developing a new economy, its start-ups still need local investors. More specifically: Angel investors. Now, a few VC-savvy players are trying to encourage a new way of thinking in the state's old world entrepreneurs.
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The State Of Metro Recycling
By: Michelle Martinez, 9/17/2009
Curbside recycling is not a new fangled idea. Communities across the nation have commited themselves to the practice. So, why is most of Metro Detroit lagging behind? Metromode looks at where we are, where we're going and who's on board. (more >)
 
Blog/Maud Lyon
Our guest blogger for this week is Maud Lyon. Maud is the founding director of the Cultural Alliance, and a consultant for numerous nonprofit organizations.

Check back here each week day to read Maud's thoughts on the state of arts and culture in Michigan. (more >)
 
Video/Prosper Video: Brooksie Way
The first ever Brooksie Way, a half-marathon and 5k run/walk, made Oakland County a destination spot for thousands of runners Oct. 5. The run began at Oakland University, wound through the county's streets and trails, and ended up at Meadow Brook Hall. Watch the Prosper video.
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