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Recent stories from The Metro
The Metro: Argentine-inspired PUMA to hold soft opening during Movement
Located in Core City, PUMA is the second local restaurant launched by Chef Javier Bardauil, whose first restaurant, Barda, was a James Beard Awards finalist.
The Metro: New mental health survey aims to better identify Detroiters’ health care needs
Detroit City Council President Pro Tem James Tate joined “The Metro” to share more about the survey and his motivations for creating it.
The Metro: Belle Isle Conservancy’s efforts helping to improve the island this summer
Formed in 2011 by combining four Belle Isle support nonprofits, the Belle Isle Conservancy has played a vital role in restoring and maintaining the island’s most notable attractions.
The Metro: Legendary Detroit DJ John Collins talks techno history ahead of Movement
Collins will perform at Movement Electronic Movement Festival on Monday, May 27, at Hart Plaza.
The Metro: ‘Heat island effect’ contributing to warmer temperatures in Detroit, research shows
Urban communities in the U.S. experience temperature increases of up to 10 degrees Fahrenheit compared to rural environments due to the heat island effect, the nonprofit Climate Central reports.
The Metro: Annual Arab Film Festival in Dearborn showcasing Arab voices
Dave Serio of the Arab American National Museum, joined the show to discuss the meaning and purpose behind the film festival and what attendees can expect.
The Metro: Detroit company using IRA funds to help low-income households be more energy efficient
Starting in October, up to $14,000 in Inflation Reduction Act funds, per project, will be available this year for low-income families to improve the energy efficiency of their home.
The Metro: Malcolm X’s Inkster home receives Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation
Wayne State University’s Department of Anthropology has been working to restore the once-home of the civil rights leader in Inkster since 2021.
The Metro: Local moms talk about the beauty, meaning of motherhood
On today’s show, we’re joined by three local moms for a roundtable discussion about what motherhood means and how the role has changed them.
The Metro: Dutch Girl Donuts to hold grand reopening this Saturday
After a brief closure and a soft opening last weekend, the popular Detroit donut spot is set to officially reopen its doors this Saturday.
‘It Was All a Dream’ documentary takes a close look at the golden age of hip-hop
The new documentary from Detroit filmmaker dream hampton is a visual memoir — from her own personal archives — about the dawn of the golden age of hip-hop.
The Metro: Why Dearborn amended its dust ordinance with stricter standards
The Dearborn City Council recently amended its ‘bulk storage’ ordinance to help reduce ‘fugitive dust’ and improve air quality in the city.
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