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City talks future of Uniroyal site, potential sports complex, WNBA team in Detroit
Read full article: City talks future of Uniroyal site, potential sports complex, WNBA team in DetroitThe city has confirmed to Local 4 that it is in early talks to develop a multisport complex and youth sports academy at the long-abandoned Uniroyal site along the Detroit Riverfront.
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy announces new board members, leaders
Read full article: Detroit Riverfront Conservancy announces new board members, leadersThe Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Board announced the addition of three new members and the election of three vice chairs, including Sandy Pierce, a longtime leader in the Detroit banking community.
Detroitโs Ford Fireworks drop to 2nd place in โbest place to see fireworksโ race
Read full article: Detroitโs Ford Fireworks drop to 2nd place in โbest place to see fireworksโ raceDowntown Detroitโs Ford Fireworks show has moved from first to second place in USA Todayโs 10Best Readersโ Choice Awards 2024.
Ford Fireworks live stream: Watch live here as show begins on Detroit Riverfront
Read full article: Ford Fireworks live stream: Watch live here as show begins on Detroit RiverfrontWhen the Ford Fireworks show begins Monday night along the Detroit Riverfront, you will be able to watch everything live right here.
Ford Fireworks weather forecast: Hereโs how rain in Detroit will affect tonightโs event
Read full article: Ford Fireworks weather forecast: Hereโs how rain in Detroit will affect tonightโs eventThe Ford Fireworks have arrived, and thousands of people along the Detroit Riverfront will be keeping an eye on the weather, as showers and storms are in the forecast.
Click here to watch the Ford Fireworks live as they go off along the Detroit Riverfront
Read full article: Click here to watch the Ford Fireworks live as they go off along the Detroit RiverfrontItโs time for the Ford Fireworks, and you can watch them live right here as theyโre set off from the Detroit Riverfront on Monday night, June 26.
Hereโs where you can watch the Ford Fireworks on the Detroit Riverfront live Monday night
Read full article: Hereโs where you can watch the Ford Fireworks on the Detroit Riverfront live Monday nightYou can watch the Ford Fireworks on the Detroit Riverfront live right here on Monday night, June 26.
Detroit Riverfront named best riverwalk (again), Campus Martius named best public square
Read full article: Detroit Riverfront named best riverwalk (again), Campus Martius named best public squareIt should come as no surprise that the Detroit Riverfront has once again been named the best riverwalk in America.
Should a concrete company along Detroit Riverfront be allowed to stay permanently? Some residents say no
Read full article: Should a concrete company along Detroit Riverfront be allowed to stay permanently? Some residents say noA temporary concrete company that sits between two Detroit Riverfront parks wants to remain permanently, but some residents say the business is out of place and is polluting their community.
Another milestone hit during construction of Detroitโs Joe Louis Greenway
Read full article: Another milestone hit during construction of Detroitโs Joe Louis GreenwayConstruction on another major portion of the Joe Louis Greenway project began on Friday, the Grand River Avenue to Fullerton Avenue section has broken ground and is expected to be complete next year.
Michigan, Canada collaborating on project to connect trails at Detroit-Windsor border
Read full article: Michigan, Canada collaborating on project to connect trails at Detroit-Windsor borderMichigan is partnering with Canada to develop a โcross-border trail tourismโ experience that will connect outdoor trails from both countries using the new Gordie Howe International Bridge in Detroit.
Flashpoint Interview: Ford Fireworks leader excited for showโs return to Downtown Detroit
Read full article: Flashpoint Interview: Ford Fireworks leader excited for showโs return to Downtown DetroitAfter a tumultuous few years due to the pandemic, Downtown Detroitโs best firework show is back to light the skies before the Fourth of July.
Want to combat summer โheat waveโ? Walk the Detroit Riverfront and learn about Motortown Revue tours
Read full article: Want to combat summer โheat waveโ? Walk the Detroit Riverfront and learn about Motortown Revue toursThe historic Motown Museum announced Wednesday that its newest installation to honor the record labelโs 60th anniversary of the Motortown Revue is open to the public
Project to transform 22-acre park along Detroit Riverfront breaks ground
Read full article: Project to transform 22-acre park along Detroit Riverfront breaks groundThe Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park, which is 22 acres, will be transformed into an attractive public space with reconstruction that will work towards the Detroit Riverfront Conservancyโs goal of revitalizing the riverfront.
Detroit officials call on city to permanently ban company operating along Detroit River
Read full article: Detroit officials call on city to permanently ban company operating along Detroit RiverCity officials are calling for Detroit to permanently ban Detroit Bulk Storage Inc. from operating anywhere along the Detroit River.
Violation issued for landowner in seawall collapse along Detroit River, 2 years after similar incident
Read full article: Violation issued for landowner in seawall collapse along Detroit River, 2 years after similar incidentLandowners are under fire once again after part of a seawall collapsed along the Detroit River last month, spilling contaminated soil into the water exactly two years after a nearly-identical incident occurred at the same site.
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Detroitโs West Riverfront getting new sport house thanks to $11M donation from William Davidson Foundation
Read full article: Detroitโs West Riverfront getting new sport house thanks to $11M donation from William Davidson FoundationThe West Riverfront Park in Detroit is going to start taking shape over the next few years.
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Detroit Riverfront visitors often leave trash behind and crews are struggling to keep it clean
Read full article: Detroit Riverfront visitors often leave trash behind and crews are struggling to keep it cleanTrash is a big issue along the Detroit Riverfront and it has been a constant effort to keep the area clean.
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Detroit police increase presence at Orleans Landing after residents voice concerns
Read full article: Detroit police increase presence at Orleans Landing after residents voice concernsPolice said theyโd step up patrols at the Orleans Landing development along the Riverfront after a Local 4 Defenders investigation revealed concerns from residents.
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Detroit Riverfront resident concerned for safety due to street races, parties along street at night
Read full article: Detroit Riverfront resident concerned for safety due to street races, parties along street at nightWhen it was built, the Orleans Landing development along the Riverfront was billed as a scenic walkable neighborhood.
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Morning Briefing May 14, 2021: Bedrock acquires Detroit Riverfront property from Stroh family, House GOP chooses Trump defender Elise Stefanik to replace Rep. Liz Cheney
Read full article: Morning Briefing May 14, 2021: Bedrock acquires Detroit Riverfront property from Stroh family, House GOP chooses Trump defender Elise Stefanik to replace Rep. Liz CheneyHere are this morning's top stories.
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Campus Martius in Detroit named one of the best public squares in the country
Read full article: Campus Martius in Detroit named one of the best public squares in the countryDETROIT โ Detroitโs Campus Martius was recognized in USA Todayโs 10Best Top Public Squares for 2021. 5 out of 10 on the list, following behind the Santa Fe Plaza in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia. According to the website, a panel of experts partnered with 10Best editors to pick the initial nominees. The top 10 winners were determined by popular vote. Last month, the Detroit Riverfront was named the best riverwalk in America in USA Todayโs 10Best Readersโ Choice Travel Award Contest.
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Detroit Riverfront named best riverwalk in America
Read full article: Detroit Riverfront named best riverwalk in AmericaDETROIT โ The Detroit Riverfront has been named the best riverwalk in America in USA Todayโs 10Best Readersโ Choice Travel Award Contest. The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy announced the news on Friday. โThe Detroit Riverfront is a very special place for our city and we are honored by this recognition,โ said Matt Cullen, board chairman of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy. โEvery great city has a place where the entire community comes together,โ said Mark Wallace, president and CEO of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy. Since March, use of the Detroit Riverwalk has increased 20 percent and Dequindre Cut usage has increased by 40 percent.
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Seawall damage puts Detroit River at risk, city issues tickets that are not being paid
Read full article: Seawall damage puts Detroit River at risk, city issues tickets that are not being paidDETROIT โ The Local 4 Defenders discovered another Riverfront business operating with a long list of violations on their seawall. Last year, the Defenders exposed the unpermitted Riverfront business going on at Revere Dock, which ultimately resulted in a dock collapse, spilling contaminated soil into the Detroit River. UPDATE: New Michigan legislation would reinforce accountability of private dock ownersThe city of Detroit issued 1,054 tickets. Sen. Stephanie Chang, who represents the district by the Riverfront, said she is worried we are going to see high water problems along the Detroit River. โEspecially thinking about the fact that so many of us get our drinking water from the Detroit River.
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Detroit Riverfront Conservancy hosting Friday fundraiser
Read full article: Detroit Riverfront Conservancy hosting Friday fundraiserDETROIT โ The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is hosting a new physically-distant but socially-connected fundraiser, #BeingApartTogether, on Friday (Oct. 16). The fundraiser is a celebration of the role Detroit Riverfront parks play in the community. As part of the fundraiser, there will be a free virtual broadcast of musical performances by local artists along the riverfront. It will be available for the community to enjoy on the Detroit Riverfront Conservancyโs Facebook page. Supporters of the fundraiser will receive a package curated in partnership with Detroitโs own City Bird, which is filled with limited-edition riverfront items, locally-sourced gifts and unique activities.
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Deal reached to fix Detroit Riverfront where dock collapse spilled contaminated soil into river
Read full article: Deal reached to fix Detroit Riverfront where dock collapse spilled contaminated soil into riverDETROIT โ A deal has been reached to fix the Detroit Riverfront where a dock collapsed, spilling contaminated soil into the river. On Monday, Revere Dock signed an administrative consent agreement with the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy. As part of the deal, the restoration work at the site is expected to be done by July 2021. In May, this litigation produced an agreement, requiring Revere Dock, LLC to obtain permits from EGLE and the US Army Corp of Engineers for a dock restoration. In May, this litigation produced an agreement, requiring Revere Dock, LLC to obtain permits from EGLE and the US Army Corp of Engineers for a dock restoration.
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134 Detroit Riverfront properties cited earlier this year still in violation of city code
Read full article: 134 Detroit Riverfront properties cited earlier this year still in violation of city codeDETROIT Detroit is cracking down on businesses along the riverfront, handing out hundreds of violations and nearly $200,000 in fines earlier this year to companies operating out of compliance. Checking records, city officials said 134 of the riverfront properties cited are still in violation of the city code. Revere Dock updateHere is an update from a Revere Dock spokesperson on where the situation stands:A. Tonja Stapleton, on behalf of Revere Dock, asked Dave Bell, BSEED Director what permit BSEED wanted Revere Dock to apply for pursuant to the order. Mr. Bell indicated to her that no City of Detroit permit is required for the work.

New park on Detroit Riverfront to be named in honor of former Carhartt chairman, CEO
Read full article: New park on Detroit Riverfront to be named in honor of former Carhartt chairman, CEODETROIT - A new park along the Detroit Riverfront will be named after a former chairman and CEO of Carhartt. The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy announced Thursday the former Atwater Beach in the East Riverfront neighborhood will be named Robert C. Valade Park. "My dad loved the city of Detroit, and I know he would be proud to have his name associated with a partof this cultural and recreational development on the Detroit River," Mark Valade said. The park will complete a series of family-oriented parks along the East Riverfront. There will also be a floating bar named after Robert Valade.
How Michael Jackson almost built a giant theme park on the Detroit Riverfront
Read full article: How Michael Jackson almost built a giant theme park on the Detroit RiverfrontThe billion dollar project was named the "Majestic Kingdom" -- an amusement park along the Detroit Riverfront, including an aquarium, a casino and a hotel.