The most recent show aired 7 p.m. July 27 on News/Talk 760 WJR. We talked to experts about transforming Detroit and the importance of the city to Michigan’s future economic prosperity.
SHOW 19: What’s Happening in Detroit and Other Communities to Make Michigan Better
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What’s Happening in Detroit and Other Communities to Make Michigan Better: Intro: Dan Gilmartin
Dan Gilmartin, executive director and CEO of the Michigan Municipal League.
What’s Happening in Detroit and Other Communities to Make Michigan Better: Co-Host: Marge Sorge
Marge Sorge is executive director of the Detroit Regional News Hub, an organization dedicated to connecting journalists to stories, people and organizations that are transforming Metro Detroit. Marge discussed a recent gathering in Detroit of journalists from around the world. This event was hosted by the Hub.
What’s Happening in Detroit and Other Communities to Make Michigan Better: Jennifer Conlin
Jennifer Conlin grew up in Ann Arbor and has been a journalist since 1984. She recently returned to Ann Arbor after living overseas for 20 years. She is a regular contributor to the New York Times and recently wrote a story about the influx of young creative types that are moving to Detroit.
What’s Happening in Detroit and Other Communities to Make Michigan Better: Keith Zendler
Keith Zendler moved to Detroit from Pleasant Ridge and realized he loved the city. He now lives in the Boston-Edison Historic District and is CEO and Founder of Peoplemovers.com, an online effort to connect community resources.
What’s Happening in Detroit and Other Communities to Make Michigan Better: Kirsten Ussery
Kirsten Ussery is President of the Board of Directors at the Villages Community Development Corporation, a vibrant neighborhood on the eastside of Detroit. She is also media coordinator for the Office of Detroit City Council President Charles Pugh.
