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Detroit's Dorkwave celebrate 3-year anniversary of massive monthly party
Source: Model D, 3/30/2007
Dorkwave, a DJ collective, celebrates its 3-year anniversary this Saturday, March 31 at Detroit's Corktown Tavern. The group is known for its hyper-eclectic crowds and far-out fashion and themes. And wild dancing.
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Environmentalists call for expansion of bottle deposit law
Source: Detroit News, 3/29/2007
Environmentalists are calling for an expansion of Michigan's bottle deposit law to account for water and juice containers.
What's the story with wind power?
Source: Salon, 3/29/2007
While not specifically written about Michigan, Salon's article on wind power is comprehensive and informative -- and, one might hope, instructive to the Third Coast state?
State launches first-ever tourism industry plan
Source: Crain's Detroit Business, 3/28/2007
A team working on behalf of the 9,000 businesses, attractions and groups that comprise Michigan's tourism industry have devised a strategic plan.
Immigrants positive force for Metro Detroit's economy
Source: Crain's Detroit Business, 3/27/2007
Immigrants to the area are positively contributing to Metro Detroit's economy.
First Gentleman Mulhern to talk regionalism
Source: , 3/27/2007
Dan Mulhern, Michigan's First Gentleman, will talk about how everyday leaders can contribute to the "Spirit of Regionalism" at a March 28 speech at the Renaissance Club.
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Hazardous waste collection for Wayne County residents Mar. 31
Source: , 3/27/2007
Wayne County residents can drop-off household hazardous goods on March 31 from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Sumpter County DPS located at 23501 Sumpter Road.
Regional Chamber to host economic climate forum
Source: Detroit Free Press, 3/26/2007
The Detroit Regional Chamber will host a forum on the region's problems -- and proposed solutions -- on March 27.
Troy planning trails to fill out Oakland County's network
Source: Birmingham Eccentric, 3/26/2007
The Community Foundation of Troy is working to fill in the gap in Oakland County's growing network of trails by teaming up with the city's parks and recreation department to plan walking and biking paths.
A2 to host public meeting regarding downtown parking strategy Mar. 29
Source: , 3/23/2007
The City of Ann Arbor will host a public hearing regarding a downtown parking strategy on March 29 from 6-8 p.m. at City Hall.
State's green energy future has potential to do more than just clean the air
Source: Metro Times, 3/23/2007
With everyone talking about what direction Michigan's energy future should go, many are pointing out that the greener it goes, the better for the economy.
Nonprofit innovations in US and Eastern Europe at UM conference
Source: , 3/23/2007
University of Michigan's Center for Russian and East Europe Studies and Ford School of Public Policy are hosting a conference, that concludes today, focused on innovations in the non-profit industry as a result of shrinking funding sources.
Oakland County to host 22nd Annual Economic Outlook Luncheon
Source: , 3/22/2007
Oakland County will host its 22nd Annual Economic Outlook Luncheon on April 26.
Greek heritage parade takes to Detroit's streets Mar. 25
Source: , 3/22/2007
Greektown will host a parade on Mar. 25 at 3 p.m. to celebrate Greek Independence Day. The starting point is Woodward and Monroe, and the parade will end at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral.
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One D brings message to Macomb County
Source: Crain's Detroit Business, 3/22/2007
The One D collaborative spoke to the Macomb Chamber about the importance of regional cooperation and public/private partnerships.
Detroit People Mover publishes downtown guides
Source: Detroit News, 3/21/2007
Detroit Transportation corp., the owner and operator of the Detroit People Mover, has published a 20-page downtown Detroit guide entitled "Go! See! Shop! Eat!"
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EPrize embraces March Madness
Source: , 3/20/2007
Pleasant Ridge-based EPrize has embraced March Madness by encouraging its employees to watch basketball while working on their laptops.
Nanorex president talks nanomed to OU group
Source: 3/20/07, 3/20/2007
Mark Sims, CEO of Nanorex, Inc., spoke on March 16 to the Nanomed Group at Oakland University.
International travelers rank Metro Airport high
Source: Detroit News, 3/19/2007
Recent traveler surveys rank Detroit Metropolitan Airport third in the world in its size class as well as third amongst all North American airports.
Wrestling showcase pumps $12M into SE Michigan's economy
Source: Michigan Business Review, 3/19/2007
The Palace of Auburn Hills is hosting the NCAA Division I wrestling championships this week, which is estimated to generate $12 million in spending.c