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TaskRabbit Is Coming To Detroit & Ann Arbor

In the past, you might have gotten a ride home with Uber or Lyft. Or your groceries delivered from Meijer with Shipt. Now, as of May 25, you can have a handyman (or woman) at the push of a button, as TaskRabbit has come to town. Their CEO, Stacy Brown-Philpot, is from the D. “I was born and raised in Detroit and I am very excited to bring TaskRabbit to my hometown. I was raised by a single mother and this type of service which provides work flexibility and a supplemental income could ha...

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The Message Is Now Clear On Transit. Ann Arbor, Detroit, Washtenaw And Wayne Should Go It Alone.

Sometimes, you have to take the hint. The Regional Transit Authority Millage – losing by a wide margin in Macomb County (60/40) and a small one in Oakland – isn’t necessarily a surprise, but it should be a signal. The Detroit Regional Chamber and many business leaders signed on to support the RTA proposal. “To say we’re disappointed is an understatement. However, we respect the will of the voters and will continue to seek solutions to connect our region and provide mobility to those without...

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10 Fun, Family Daytrips Outside Detroit

Detroit is a amazing city with endless entertainment within the city limits. However, sometimes a change of scenery is refreshing, especially if you’re looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of urban life. So pack the car, load up the kids (or dogs) and hit the road to discover some of the region’s delightful offerings. Point Pelee National Park, Ontario Just 40 miles Southeast of Detroit lies the southernmost tip of mainland Canada. Point Pelee National Park in Ontario offers...

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Detroit’s Startup Scene Just Got Bigger With 2015 Demo Week

Detroit’s startup culture is growing, helping to strengthen the city and bring new talent in. Startup incubators and accelerators abound, and some of the region’s best organizations will collaborate to host Demo Week this Wednesday through Friday, Sept. 9-11. 2015 Demo Week is the result of Detroit Venture Partners, Bizdom, Techstars Mobility, Coolhouse Labs, and Desai Accelerator coming together to help match businesses with investors. Each organization has attracted companies from around t...

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TaskRabbit Is Coming To Detroit & Ann Arbor

The Message Is Now Clear On Transit. Ann Arbor, Detroit, Washtenaw And Wayne Should Go It Alone.

10 Fun, Family Daytrips Outside Detroit

Detroit’s Startup Scene Just Got Bigger With 2015 Demo Week