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TROY, Mich., Sept. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The North American International Auto Show 2013 (NAIAS), sponsored by NAIAS LLC, an association of Detroit area auto dealers, announced today the launch of its annual poster contest in connection with the NAIAS next January. The contest was established to engage the creative minds of Michigan's students and encourage careers in automotive design while recognizing local art communities for their talents. In 2012, NAIAS received a record...
DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- On average six children are killed and nearly 800 are injured in traffic crashes each day. In fact, the number one killer of children in the U.S is motor vehicle crashes. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110321/CL67889LOGO ) That's why AAA Michigan partnered with DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan and Kohl's Injury Prevention Program for a free child safety seat inspection event today (Sept. 22) at the AAA Michigan...
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Michigan Black Chamber of Commerce (MBCC), Ford Motor Company and a host of other sponsors and strategic partners will team up to present Rep. John Conyers, Jr. (D-MI) with the Champion of Justice Award during the Michigan Congressional Black Caucus Reception and Motown Live Afterglow. One of Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) Weekend's most sought-after tickets, the event will take place Sept. 21...
Largest amateur multi-sport youth events in the United States estimated to deliver $50 million in economic impact to the region DETROIT, Sept. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Detroit Sports Commission (DSC) in partnership with the Detroit Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau announced today that Detroit will be the host city for the 2013 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior Olympic Games set to be held July 24-August 3. "We are proud to host the AAU Junior Olympic Games for...
DETROIT, Sept. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Football season is here and Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center welcomes Detroit Lions fans and fans of the Lions' opponents to the Motor City with a deluxe Football Fan Package. Located inside GM Renaissance Center, this Detroit hotel near Ford Field is a convenient walk from the stadium and is within close proximity to downtown Detroit dining and entertainment. Popular nearby attractions include the RiverWalk, Hart Plaza and Comerica...
DETROIT, Sept. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Each year, University of Detroit Mercy faculty, staff and students gather in Calihan Hall for the annual "Celebrate Spirit!" event. This longstanding tradition is a symbol of the beginning of the new academic year for students, faculty and staff and will include a worship service for all faiths, picnic lunch, student organization fair and grand opening of the UDM Student Fitness Center. The event will take place on Thursday, Sept....
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Sept. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- What if you couldn't read the names on street signs? What if you couldn't read the labels in the grocery store? What would your world be like? September is National Literacy Month and a good time to ask these questions. As part of its ongoing partnership with Reading Works, WXYZ-TV is pleased to announce its latest effort to help solve the adult literacy crisis in metro Detroit. During the week of September 17(th) on 7...
DETROIT, Sept. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- To improve electrical service reliability and safety for customers, Detroit Edison tree trimming crews will be working in several local communities over the next two months. During severe weather, fallen limbs and tree branches create about two-thirds of power outages. "By trimming to a 10-foot distance between tree branches and our power lines, we can significantly reduce tree-related power outages," said Vince Dow, DTE Energy vice...
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- WXYZ-TV will present a Detroit 2020 live special, "Busting Blight," on Monday, August 27(th) from 7 to 7:30 p.m. Hosted by 7 Action News anchors Stephen Clark and Carolyn Clifford, the special will feature a live demolition of a vacant home on the city's west side. The home will be knocked down by the city of Detroit. Detroit 2020 also traces the history of the home and examines how it became another symbol of blight in the city....
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Among hundreds of companies competing for a coveted place on the 2012 list of Metropolitan Detroit's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, ImageSoft, Inc., has again made the list. This year marks the sixth consecutive year that the company has earned the honor, which is awarded annually by the Michigan Business and Professional Association (MBPA). (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111201/CL15807LOGO )...
