Neighborhoods

Our coverage of activities happening at the neighborhood level as told by the neighbors themselves. Coverage of the characteristics of given neighborhoods.

Leading with Care; Model D’s Newest Managing Editor, Kyla L. Wright, on legacy, community, and stewarding Detroit’s stories forward

In a city where Black culture and innovation shape every layer of life, representation in media leadership is not only symbolic: it is essential. I am honored to steward this publication forward with that responsibility in mind.

Latest in Neighborhoods
Collaboration Over Competition: How Downtown Farmington’s community spirit earned national acclaim

From sharing ingredients to using the Syndicate social district, local business owners are coming together as a community to continue driving economic success.

Berkley Public Library revives video rental store nostalgia with BerkBuster

In a largely digital world, Berkley Public Library is rewinding back to the days of the neighborhood video rental store, with its latest addition, BerkBuster.

Tom Woodman stands in front of a 3D-printed home in Detroit created by his company, Citizen Robotics, which is planning two developments in Pontiac. The company aims to reduce construction costs at scale and create a new renting model that gives renters equity in a housing fund.
From 3D-printed homes to “pocket neighborhood”: New approaches to affordable housing in Metro Detroit

Across the Metro Detroit area, innovators are finding new ways to develop the affordable housing that the community desperately needs.

Detroit Schools Health Hubs
How one school system bridges the care gap with innovative Health Hubs

Detroit’s Health Hubs embed medical, behavioral, and dental care inside schools, ensuring students receive essential services and thrive in class.

Shop Small, Shine Bright: How Downtown Farmington businesses bring heart to the holidays

Downtown Farmington’s holiday season thrives on the energy of its local small businesses, where shop owners, families, and visiting loved ones keep holiday traditions alive.

Initiatives seek to connect Metro Detroit parks via trails and greenways

Multiple efforts across the Metro Detroit area are creating non-motorized paths connecting the region's many parks.

How Medicaid supports early education and child development

Health care access is inseparable from academic success.

Kazkara maps the story of coffee from Latin America to Hazel Park

Pedro and Valeria Suing co-founded Kazkara Coffee Roasters in Canada and found their way to Hazel Park after collaborating with DTROITR coffee. The neighborhood spot shines a light on local artists and offers authentic cafe classics with a Latin twist.

The Art of Gathering: Farmington’s Art Promenade turns creativity into community capital

Farmington DDA is revamping its downtown with a new art promenade that will connect parks and be filled with public art, hangout spots, and a performance space.

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