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Abdul El-Sayed calls Metro Detroit shawarma spot the best. Its owner was moved to tears

Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed called Amo Sami’s Shawarma the best shawarma around, leaving its co-founder in tears and bringing new attention to the Metro Detroit restaurant.

Metro Detroit, MI · 22h
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Lincoln Park Animal Shelter seeks donations as medical fund runs low

The Lincoln Park Animal Shelter is making an urgent appeal to the community as the donation-based fund it relies on for for animals is running low.

Lincoln Park, MI · 2d

Mix 95.7FM

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The 2 Michigan Restaurants That Just Made The New York Times Top 50 List

16 food critics traveled the country undercover, and only two Michigan spots made the final cut! One is turning heads with secret-recipe birria dishes, while the other serves up cozy Polish comfort food in a retro diner.

Detroit, MI · 3d

everafterinthewoods.com

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10 Under-The-Radar Detroit Michigan Diners Where The Regulars Know What To Order

A Detroit lunch counter grills its burgers into rectangular logs and serves them in hot dog buns. Then you dress them yourself with relish and onions from the counter. I love that kind of confidence. That’s the kind of quirk I can’t stop thinking about. Michigan’s biggest city is packed...

Detroit, MI · 2d
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This Tiny Detroit Donut Shop Drew Lines Down the Block When It Reopened

When Dutch Girl Donuts reopened on Detroit’s Woodward Avenue in May 2024, customers lined up down the block to get their hands on its famous glazed donuts. The shop had been closed for more than two years, but its loyal following hadn’t disappeared. Founded in 1947, this small...

Detroit, MI · 20h

MLive

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Beloved Canadian Doughpuff factory opens its first U.S. location in Metro Detroit

ROYAL OAK, MI - Don’t call it a doughnut. Straight from Canada, the first Mr. Puffs has opened in the U.S. and it’s located in Royal Oak. To mark the grand opening at 31971 Woodward Ave., the first 50 customers each day on Friday, Nov. 6 and Saturday, Nov. 7. will receive a free six-pack of Doughpuffs.

Royal Oak, MI · 1d

Huron Daily Tribune

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Southgate Powerball winner questioned $200,000 prize before calling Lottery

A Michigan man saw a message in the Lottery app saying he’d won $200,000 playing Powerball. He thought it was a scam, so he called to find out if the surprising message was real.

Southgate, MI · 3d

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The Massive Thrift Store In Michigan Where Bargain Hunters Can Score A Full Cart For $25

Nobody ever walked out of Motown Thrift in Westland, Michigan, wishing they had spent more money somewhere else. That’s not the kind of thought this place produces. What it does produce is the very specific joy of looking at a full shopping cart and knowing that everything in it cost you around $25.

Westland, MI · 5d

The Detroit News

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Dead or trapped pests found at Garden City eatery

Recent health inspections in some Garden City restaurants found accumulations of insects on insect traps and more between September and October, according to Wayne County Health Department inspection reports. Many of the violations have been corrected. The presence of violations in a past inspection does not necessarily mean the establishment has the same violations today. Inspection reports can be found at swordsolutions.com/inspections/. Below is a list of violations found at a few restaurants in Garden City. Great China Garden, 32293 Ford Road During a routine inspection on September 18, an inspector noted several problems at Great China Garden. ∎ Observed two bottles of powdered lye for floor drain cleaning near the dishwashing area. The bottles of lye state that they are for industrial use only, and warnings on the manufacturer's label indicate to keep this product away from kitchens due to its poisonous and fatal nature if swallowed. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be used according to the manufacturer's directions included in labeling and, for a pesticide, the manufacturer's label instructions that state that use is allowed in a food establishment. Remove all lye from the facility and discontinue use of lye for floor drain cleaning immediately. During inspection, the

Garden City, MI · 4d

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The $1 Million Harry Bertoia Sculpture Found in a Mall Basement, and the Questions Over Its Restoration

It is the kind of story the art world rarely gets: a major sculpture by one of America’s great modernists, lost in a shopping-mall basement for nearly four decades, rediscovered by appraisers, restored and sold to General Motors for a reported $1 million. Months after it went up in GM’s new Detroit headquarters, the tale of Harry Bertoia’s forgotten “clouds” is circulating widely again online, along with questions about how the restoration was done.

Detroit, MI · 1d

littleguidedetroit.com

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‘Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil Is Coming to Detroit for the Holidays

Looking for a magical holiday show to enjoy with the family? ‘Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil is returning to Detroit this December, bringing breathtaking acrobatics, beloved Christmas music and a heartwarming holiday story to the historic Fox Theatre. This festive theatrical experience is a memorable...

Detroit, MI · 1d

The Detroit News

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Livonia's Yard House restaurant sets opening date

A second Yard House restaurant is opening in Metro Detroit this fall. At the former Bahama Breeze Island Grille on Haggerty Road, the new beer-centric restaurant will offer a massive draft beer selection and a large food menu. Highlights include pub grub, burgers, seafood, steaks and special menus for vegan diners and those with gluten sensitivities. The Livonia Yard House is set to open Dec. 7, according to the company's website. The brand opened a Yard House in Troy in late 2018. It touts the "world's largest selection of draft beer." It was founded in 1996 in California and now has around 100 locations in the United States. Yard House is part of the Darden restaurant group, which also owns Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Ruth's Chris Steak House and the Capital Grille, which opened a Livonia location in June . The new Yard House is at 19600 Haggerty in Livonia, near the AMC Livonia 20. Visit yardhouse.com for more information. mbaetens@detroitnews.com More: Not cooking? Ideas for dining in and catering on Thanksgiving Day This article originally appeared on The Detroit News: Livonia's Yard House restaurant sets opening date

Livonia, MI · 2d

hoodline.com

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Dearborn Screening Brings Iowa Publisher's 382,000-Mile Lincoln Survival Story Home

An Iowa newspaper publisher's 2013 Lincoln MKS, now carrying 382,778 miles as of early November, is the unlikely star of a new documentary short making its way through Michigan theaters this week, including a stop at The Henry Ford in Dearborn Thursday night. The film, titled “The Immortal Lincoln,” traces how Douglas Burns leaned on the car, and an unexpected bond with the factory workers who built it, while he moved through one of the hardest stretches of his life.

Dearborn, MI · 1d

WXYZ

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Spotlight on the News: Coleman A. Young in D.C. and Detroit's next generation of musicians

WXYZ DETROIT — On Sunday, November 8, Spotlight on the News will go inside the campaign to place a statue of former Detroit Mayor Coleman A. Young at the U.S. Capitol. Khary Turner, Executive Director of the CAYF will share all the details. Also on Spotlight, join us for an enlightening conversation with Ralphe Armstrong, the legendary Detroit musician and teacher who is trying to groom this region's next generation of talented artists. Find out what you can do to help!

Detroit, MI · 1d

fox2detroit.com

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Step Afrika! Coming to the Detroit Opera House

Step Afrika! founder C. Brian Williams talks about the upcoming performance at the Detroit Opera House. Tickets are available on Ticketmaster and at stepafrika.org.

Detroit, MI · 1d

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KATSEYE Postpones Shows After Sudden Injury

KATSEYE has postponed three concerts on its Wildworld Tour as member Megan Skiendiel recovers from a concussion. The group confirmed the schedule changes following the cancellation of its November 3 performance in Detroit, which was announced approximately 30 minutes before the show was scheduled to begin. Concerts planned for November 5 in Chicago and November 7 in Minneapolis were also postponed.

Detroit, MI · 1d

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Tiesheko Houston reveals how a Detroit HBCU sparked her remarkable career

Tiesheko Houston spent years in front of the camera before she started asking what happens behind it. Represented by Stewart Talent in Chicago across television, film, print and commercial work, the Detroit native kept wondering how products were positioned and why brand stories were told a certain way. She found...

Detroit, MI · 15h

thenarrativematters.com

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Things To Do In Detroit: Hackathons, Vintage Horsepower, and Haunted Heartbreak: Why Michigan DevFest, Cool Cars Lecture, and Unlucky in Love Own Your Weekend

Metro Detroit is dialing up the energy this weekend with three standout experiences across Midtown, Greektown, and Hamtramck. Uncover rare automotive concept machinery at the Detroit Historical Museum, build next-gen AI applications at Michigan DevFest inside Hollywood Casino Hotel, and celebrate Friday the 13th with live indie rock and tarot readings at Ghost Light.

Detroit, MI · 1d

ClickOnDetroit.com

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Detroit restaurant week turns dinner into a game - and it pays off

Detroit Restaurant Week is in full swing, running through Sunday, with more than 20 restaurants offering prix fixe menus at $36, $56 and $76. But this year organizers added a competitive twist. “This whole week has been so much fun,” said Regan Wright, marketing and events manager for HOUR Media....

Detroit, MI · 2d