Daily Detroit

Local billionaire Dan Gilbert has joined a bid with the Ricketts family (of Chicago Cubs fame) for the storied Chelsea FC.

It's one of the most important teams in the world, not just among soccer fan…

The Friday show covers some April Fools' day headlines; a Yemeni coffeeshop is expanding locations; QLINE + People Mover updates; EMBC's newest brew; Detroit Pizza Company opening; and Anchor Bar ret…

Today's show is in two parts.

First, the Main Art Theater in downtown Royal Oak is in danger of being demolished. We discuss it with an advocate working to save it, Jason Krysiak.

Second, we get into…

Today's show is in two parts.

First, we'll run through some top stories around town I found interesting.

Links to all of them at https://dailydetroit.substack.com/p/wings-zamboni-driver-gone-new-qli…

If you’ve shopped or dined at small businesses in Detroit, it’s very possible you’re familiar with a Hatch Detroit alumni.

This annual program supporting brick and mortar businesses is one of my favo…

Fletcher Sharpe is in the studio.

• We lead with a combination economic and sports story: The NFL Draft is coming in 2024.
• The Lions will be featured on HBO’s Hard Knocks. Will it be good for the Lion…

Busy show!

• Devon has the inside line on what’s happening at the old Book Depository in Corktown that Ford is rehabbing
• New kiosks in downtown Detroit bring up the visitor experience
• Marijuana busine…

Our show is in two parts. First up, we're talking about small business in Detroit, shopping, and the upcoming all things detroit event in Eastern Market. Jennyfer Crawford joins me for that. 

More + …

The 4th Annual Michigan Regional Glass Exhibition opens April 3, and to talk about glass, glass as art, and the event ahead my guest is Michelle Sider.

Event information: https://gallery.jccdet.org/m…

Show notes to come

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Fletcher Sharpe is in the co-host seat to walk through all things Detroit City FC.

We talk about beating the Charleston Battery and key players;

Preview the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC match on Saturda…

Tons of stories plus drink recommendations. It was great to get out and see the world on a very warm St. Patrick’s Day.

I-375 should be no more after a key Federal hurdle is cleared. 2027 is the plan…

The situation in Ukraine, among many other words, is heartbreaking.

Part of the issue in a warzone is connecting people together. Family members. Loved ones. Friends. And during war, it can be hard f…

In your weekly Le Rouge Report with Fletcher Sharpe, we go over some key Detroit City FC topics after their first match of the USL Championship season.

• How did DCFC do in the loss? We look at the mo…

The forecast for St. Patrick’s Day is going to be 67 degrees. I think that tells you all you need to know about what’s happening with that next week.

We also discuss events and stories around town, f…

More than just a recap, we offer analysis on the topics inside of the 2022 State of the City delivered by Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.

The Master of Powerpoints. The impact of black development. Transi…

Have you ever wondered how you could get a job working in Detroit on interesting projects you care about?

Or are you someone who hires people and wants people that are excited to be here?

Since 2008,…

Today’s show is in two parts.

First, Robin Runyan from Urbanize Detroit talks about the massive Fisher Body 21 project, the impact and the importance - plus a couple other development tidbits.

More: …

We are the Motor City, so we're talking the auto industry today with Eric Trytko.

Will Ford’s Model e stand for Edsel? Or will they make it soar?

Rivian’s made a critical error, but it’s a sign that …