Stories from the D: News you can use
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Detroit Zoo’s ‘Discovery Trails,’ a $20 million seven-acre wildlife experience
Big things are coming to the Detroit Zoo with the launch of “Discovery Trails”! This seven-acre immersive experience will bring alpacas, bamboo sharks, burrowing owls, and stingrays, along with hands-on encounters like feeding stingrays and brushing goats. Opening in 2026, it’s set to redefine how visitors connect with wildlife and spark curiosity like never before.
Detroit's Greektown is getting a $20 million dollar redesign
The Greektown Neighborhood Framework Vision is transforming Detroit’s iconic Greektown district into a mixed-use community space that goes beyond entertainment. With a focus on connectivity, public spaces, and inclusive development, the plan aims to seamlessly integrate Greektown with the the downtown core.
New sensory room in Detroit Metro Airport calms kids with sensory challenges
Detroit Metro Airport has introduced a new sensory room designed to support travelers with sensory sensitivities, particularly children. This calming space offers a respite from the bustling airport environment, featuring soothing elements to help manage overstimulation.
Detroit Is Alive With New Possibilities—but Don’t Call It a Comeback
Detroit's transformation is evident through its adaptive reuse projects, where historic buildings are revitalized into cultural hubs. Local tastemakers highlight the city's evolving identity, emphasizing its rich cultural heritage and the dynamic experiences it offers to visitors.
Detroit Tree Equity Partnership marks 25,000 trees in the ground
The Detroit Tree Equity Partnership has achieved a significant milestone by planting 25,000 trees since October 2022, as part of its goal to plant 75,000 trees citywide by 2027. This initiative, a collaboration between the City of Detroit, The Greening of Detroit, and DTE Energy, aims to enhance urban green spaces and promote environmental equity.
