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Help decide what's next for Belle Isle's abandoned zoo (ft. Amanda Treadwell) Jun 13, 2022

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Take the survey on what should happen next at the old Belle Zoo space: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=736&type=SPRK

Detroit canal closures?; Gas price feedback; Swim-up bars Jun 10, 2022

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Fixing flooding, sewers, and more with an eye to the future (ft. Candice Miller, Macomb County Public Works) Jun 09, 2022

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One of the most important assets we have in Metro Detroit is our water. From drinking it to our access to it, it's a vital part of what makes our region an attractive place to live.

So in a wide-ranging conversation with Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Candice Miller, some of the topics we touch on:

- Why we should invest to rebuild our antiquated sewer systems for the future

- Eliminating combined sewer overflows to protect the Great Lakes and reduce flooding

- Dealing with a contentious issue of unpaid bills in Highland Park

- Why she decided to focus back on local, practical things in Michigan instead of Washington

- A program to collect trash from our drains and waterways before it gets into the Great Lakes

Bargain Block returns; Ransom Gillis House for sale; Money saving tips; Blood drive for Dylan Jun 08, 2022

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On today's show, Shianne airs some early festivus grievances about inflation and gas prices; but we focus on solutions - including tips to save money on gas and on groceries.

Plus, Bargain Block is back Wednesday night. A huge hit for HGTV with 20 million viewers, it showcases Detroit in a way that people can actually afford.

Then to houses most can't - the Ransom Gillis House, redone by another HGTV star in Nicole Curtis - part of it as a condo is up for sale for nearly $2 million. Brush Park is again Detroit's Millionaire's Row.

Plus, Shianne is raising awareness for blood donation as her kid is celebrating his first birthday after a very rough ride. If you want to support: http://dailydetroit.com/donatefordylan

Detroit City FC ties Pittsburgh; Sacramento Republic match preview Jun 07, 2022

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Detroit City FC down some players tied the Pittsburgh Riverhounds 1-1 in another iron sharpens iron match. Fletcher Sharpe shares the key points on taking one point home from Highmark.

Next Le Rouge comes back to Keyworth to play Sacramento Republic FC in a stretch that matters for playoff positioning.

We discuss the importance of the match to be broadcast on ESPN in a couple of week.

Plus, yes, Devon Kerr: DCFC is for real. Stop moving the goalposts all the way across the field.

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A new way to look at transit in Metro Detroit (ft. Dwight Ferrell, SMART) Jun 06, 2022

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Dwight Ferrell is the new-ish head of SMART, the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation that runs transit services in Detroit's suburbs.

Transit is an issue that's been difficult for southeast Michigan to solve. Between political differences, many cities with sprawled-out low population densities, large distances between job centers and differing priorities of what transit should do where the auto industry has been paramount; it's been hard to make progress.

And the lack of it has been hurting our competitiveness for businesses, keeping talented people, and more.

So what do we do to make change? Try something a bit different. Focus on being a mobility provider. That different solutions are going to be needed in different situations and places.

So tune into this interesting conversation with the new General Manager.

No, we don't get into which routes where (yet); but more of an idea of what turning from being just a bus service to a mobility service could look like.

Connecting the history of Detroit and Mackinac Island (ft. Bob Tagatz, Grand Hotel historian) Jun 03, 2022

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Steamships, railroads, prohibition, an amazingly large wood frame hotel, an island without cars... there's just so much to talk about. Bob Tagatz, historian for the Grand Hotel joins me to talk about all of it.

How Ford's big investment in Michigan fits into the bigger picture (ft. Glenn Stevens, MICHAuto) Jun 02, 2022

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News today came that Ford's making some big investments in Michigan and Metro Detroit. With Glenn Stevens of MICHAuto, we talk about not just that news, but the overall picture of mobility, electric vehicles, and automotive in 2022. We get into the keys Michigan is going to need to compete and win the race high tech talent and a lot more. If you want to support Daily Detroit financially... A one time thing: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit Monthly membership: https://www.patreon.com/DailyDetroit Drop us an email - dailydetroit -at- gmail -dot- com to become a sponsor.

New statewide poll results; Improving women's sports in schools and at the pro level; Bravo Top Chef finalist is a local Jun 01, 2022

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Hello from the Mackinac Policy Conference!

The Detroit Regional Chamber has a new poll out sharing what Michiganders think about the economy, schools, and more.

We discuss.

Sarah Welch is a top chef finalist from our area, be sure to watch her Thursday night on Bravo Top Chef.

We mention the passing of a former guest, Clarence Dass. Taken all too young due to colon cancer, he made an impact.

And we chat with Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson about a new report on Title IX, the impact on making sure women in sports is invested in not just education but on the professional level, including the possibility of a women's team for DCFC - including the facilities to support it.

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Detroit City FC's June gauntlet; Prideraiser + more May 31, 2022

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Detroit City FC has an important June ahead to keep their position near the top of the USL Championship Eastern Conference standings.

Fletcher Sharpe previews the Pittsburgh Riverhounds match and the keys to the next four games.

Plus, a little love for promotion relegation as Jer's other team that wears red is Nottingham Forest.

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