Dec. 30, 1959: Rev. Nicholas Hood, Sr. appointed to the Commission on Community Relations
Rev. Nicholas Hood, Sr., pastor of Plymouth United Church of Christ Detroit, is appointed to the Commission on Community Relations.
Alfred St. in Brush Park: A microcosm of Detroit’s early decline
Once lined with opulent homes, Alfred Street in Brush Park is largely vacant, an early victim of residential flight.
Dec. 27, 1967: Motown Records releases the Marvelettes’ “The Hunter Gets Captured by the Game”
Written by Smokey Robinson, lead vocals are provided by Wanda Young.
Our 7 favorite Motor City Muckraker Moments of 2013
This year’s goal was to hold public officials accountable and shed light on underserved neighborhoods.
Dec. 26, 1970: Parliament and Funkadelic play the 20 Grand Driftwood Lounge
On this day in 1970, Parliament and Funkadelic play the 20 Grand Driftwood Lounge, located at 14th Street and West Warren on the city’s west side. buy xifaxan online https://blackmenheal.org/wp-content/languages/new/mg/xifaxan.html no prescription Enjoy Parliament’s 1976 Halloween performance of “Give up the Funk!” in Houston. buy diflucan online https://blackmenheal.org/wp-content/languages/new/mg/diflucan.html no prescription
Christmas nightmare: When the mall Santa is too drunk or flirtatious
We hired three Santas – Soused, Salacious, and Reluctant.
Dec. 24, 1941: Duke Ellington plays Detroit’s Paradise Theatre
On this day in 1941, Orchestra Hall reopens as Paradise Theatre.
Tonight’s attraction: Duke Ellington and his big band.
Ticket price: 50 cents.
Mayor-elect Mike Duggan pledges to tackle fire epidemic, EMS times
Mike Duggan’s first move was nominating an interim fire commissioner with a strong background.
Dec. 23, 1972: Pro wrestler Bobo Brazil wins fifth heavyweight title
Bobo Brazil is considered one of the most successful African-American wrestlers.
Murals transform walls near abandoned train station (photos)
The project, “Station Walls,” features some of the most eye-catching graffiti in Detroit.