Technology & Innovation

Coverage of innovative research, development and deployment of technology and technological advance, including hardware, software and software as service.

Certified harp practitioner and vibroacoustic harp therapy practitioner Karen Thueme plays music at her office in Richmond.

“Music is for everyone”: The therapeutic power of music therapy in Metro Detroit

While music therapy comes in many shapes and sizes, the practice has the power to improve well-being and promote healing for people of all ages and abilities. Metro Detroit offers several music therapy programs and therapeutic music practices.  

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Sasha Center's Denim Day celebration guests from 2023.
Strength in Style: Empowering survivors at SASHA Center’s Denim Day event

As Sexual Assault Awareness Month is midway through, the SASHA Center in Detroit will host a Denim Day event on April 30 to support and uplift sexual assault survivors.

The Phoenix Center in Pontiac, 2015.
‘A major moment’: Demolition work begins at Phoenix Center in downtown Pontiac

“This is a turning point for Pontiac’s future,” said Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter. “For decades, many have disinvested in Downtown Pontiac, limiting its potential. Now, we are unlocking the opportunity to attract businesses and bring new energy to our county seat.”

NTL Industries Inc. is located at 6592 Arrow Dr. in Sterling Heights.
Michigan Small Business Persons of the Year award goes to Sterling Heights machine shop owners

A National Small Business Person of the Year will be named later this spring during National Small Business Week activities in Washington, D.C.

K-9 Mase.
Oak Park’s first K-9 officer retires after eight years of service

On March 31, the first K-9 officer and handler in Oak Park retired from the city's Department of Public Safety after eight years of tail-wagging dedication. Named after an Oak Park officer who died while on duty in 2008, K-9 Mase is renowned for his outstanding tracking abilities.

Fish and Chips at 342 Bar & Grill in Dearborn Heights.
Hooked on Lent: Five fish fry’s to check out in Metro Detroit

Earlier this month marked the beginning of the Lenten season, where many people across the metropolitan area indulge in what is known as Fish Fry Fridays. Metromode dives into some of the places people can enjoy and celebrate this tradition.

LittleGuide Detroit proves to be a huge resource for families with little ones

Life with kids can feel overwhelming and costly. LittleGuide Detroit provides event guides, lists with free activities, birthday party ideas, local parks, recreation, and more for families. We spoke with founder Kerry Doman on how this newsletter, website and social media presence provides to families seeking out fun in the area.

“We’re not just investors with a bunch of money trying to capture revenue. We are a real family-owned business that’s working hard at supporting ours and other families,” says Rick Fandakly, co-owner of Boozy's Bar & Grill in Hazel Park.
Hazel Park’s newest business hopes to spark a more robust commercial corridor in city’s South End

“We’re not just investors with a bunch of money trying to capture revenue. We are a real family-owned business that’s working hard at supporting ours and other families,” says Rick Fandakly, co-owner of Boozy's Bar & Grill in Hazel Park.

4 Oak Park eateries that are taking pizza to the next level

The city of Oak Park is cultivating a fresh vision for their community, and Michigan restauranteurs are taking notice.

“These funds will support the development of John Grace Arms, a transformative housing community that will offer 60 senior apartments, with a focus on fostering community engagement and recreation,” says Dana Chestnut, CHC’s Chief Lending Officer.
Adaptive reuse of historic Southfield school into affordable senior housing wins $750K grant

“These funds will support the development of John Grace Arms, a transformative housing community that will offer 60 senior apartments, with a focus on fostering community engagement and recreation,” says Dana Chestnut, CHC’s Chief Lending Officer.

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