Ypsilanti

They're where new businesses are hatched. Where start-ups start up. Southeast Michigan's business incubators offer everything from office supplies to professional mentorship,& helping new economy companies to stand on their own two feet. (more >)

The Future Of Metro Mass Transit

By: Jon Zemke, 1/22/2009

For generations getting around Metro Detroit meant one thing: four wheels. Local leaders are pushing hard to give Detroiters the option to travel on two rails. The Woodward light rail and Detroit-Ann Arbor commuter rail lines are tantalizingly close to becoming reality. Metromode takes a look at the viability of these projects and their potential impact 10-20 years from now. (more >)

The Low Down On Metro's Lowbrow

By: Chris Handyside, 1/15/2009

Oh, Sam Raimi what have you wrought? Metro Detroit sure does love its grindhouse. From DIY horror studios to cult movie distributors, there's a whole other side to SE Michigan's film industry. Leave the Oscars to the tax incentive tourists. We've got another batch of blood and guts to mix up. (more >)

Blog/Steve Pierce

Ypsilanti resident Steve Pierce was launching Internet service companies before anyone ever heard the word website. In January, he and his partner launched Wireless Ypsi, one of the most successful free wireless services in the state. Since then they've helped several Michigan communities set up similar networks. Steve will share the secret of bringing free wireless to the masses. (more >)

Video/Puffer Reds

More than just another downtown hip hop store, for 29 years Ypsilanti's Puffer Reds has been a nationally recognized tastemaker. Customers come from as far away as Ohio to shop there, Nike provides them with a custom shoe display and Adidas celebrated the Forum's 25th-Anniversary by creating a sneaker designed by the owner's 18 year-old son. The store has got street cred to spare. (more >)