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Kate Roff

Kate Roff is an award-winning freelance writer and journalism educator, currently based out of Detroit. She is the managing editor of Metromode and Model D. Contact her at kroff@issuemediagroup.com

Kate Roff's Latest Articles

Dr. Lisa Grunewald, photography teacher at Henry Ford II High School, with Meaghan Drohan, Kaden Rucinski, Ryan Shaner, Caitlin Schneider, Kaitlyn Price and Adam Williams.
Sterling Heights art teacher honored for inspiring students

A Utica Community Schools teacher has received a first-ever “Inspiring Teacher” award through the regional Scholastic Arts Tournament.

CISMA Coordinator McKenzi Bergmoser
From dirty word to popular placemaker: Reclaiming the Clinton River

As the Clinton River's reputation changes, so does its value in the communities that line it.

What Fiat Chrysler’s $4.5 billion announcement means for workers in Sterling Heights

FCA's major investment announcement for Michigan will have a significant impact on several Detroit workplaces. We take a closer look at how one stamping plant will be impacted.

Diversity hits a sweet spot in Sterling Heights

You can't go far in Sterling Heights without running into one of the city's many little, usually family-owned, bakeries. With influences from Iraq, Lebanon, France and Poland, it's impossible not to be tempted by the delicacies on offer, or to realize how different cultures sweeten the city's identity.

Sterling Heights property values rank among highest in Michigan

Despite a previous decline in property value, one city in Macomb has bounced back to take the top spot in the county, and number five in the state.

Macomb County tops the nation in new manufacturing jobs

In the last year and half, there were 9,118 new manufacturing jobs created in Macomb County, putting the county at the top of the nation.

Student develops medical camp to fill middle school gap

One Sterling Heights students wasn't satisfied with the medical field experience she received in middle school, so she came up with an idea to help her peers.

Upcycling: 5 favorite spots for your fix in metro Detroit

Resale, recycle, reuse, reclaim...upcycling in Detroit is no longer just about saving money.

Sterling Heights: 5 unique homes you wished you owned

From wealthy settlers to Detroit music legends, Sterling Heights has its fair share of interesting home-owners. We take a look at five properties with a unique history.

Macomb communities raise nearly 1,400 coats for children as temperatures drop

While Michigan faces down a polar vortex, students in Macomb county have stepped up to collect coats for area children.

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