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The Metro covers local and regional news and current affairs, arts and cultural events and topics, with a commitment to airing perspectives and uncovering stories underreported by mainstream media in Detroit.
Hosts: Tia Graham and Robyn Vincent
Producers: Sam Corey, Cary Junior II, Jack Filbrandt
Engineer: Nate Bender
Senior Producer: David Leins
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Recent stories from The Metro
The Metro: Detroit’s Sidewalk Festival is inspiring environmental change
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The Metro: The beloved coach behind Detroit’s biggest track stars
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The Metro: Ferndale library shares tips for fostering a love of reading this summer
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The Metro: How a Grand Rapids cancer center is using AI to identify, help treat disease
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The Metro: Breaking through bureaucracy with Soap Box Detroit
On this episode of The Metro, we talk with Dan Arking, creator of Soap Box Detroit, about how his site helps residents better understand the roles of local commissions, committees, and task forces.
The Metro: Pawchella wants more for our pets
Pawchella returns June 7–8 to support the MaryAnn Wright Animal Adoption Center. Nova Zorock of Metro Detroit Animals joins The Metro to share how this fun fest helps give second chances to pets in need.
The Metro: DIA to add Tiff Massey’s work to permanent collection
The Detroit Institute of Arts will acquire Massey’s “Baby Bling” and add it to the museum’s permanent collection, says museum director Salvador Salort-Pons. The DIA is reinstalling its African American collections to be adjacent to the famed Diego Rivera industry murals in October.
The Metro: Bridging Communities hosts golf event to help seniors stay active and independent
On this episode of The Metro, we talk with Katrice Perry of Bridging Communities about their efforts to help seniors stay active and independent — including their upcoming annual golf outing designed to promote wellness through movement and social connection.
The Metro: Too soon to celebrate Detroit’s population growth?
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The Metro at MPC: Skillman CEO on investing in Detroit’s next generation
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The Metro at MPC: Is Michigan doing enough to prepare K-12 students for higher education?
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The Metro at MPC: Michigan US Sen. Gary Peters on ‘passing the torch’
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