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Metro Detroit bursts with flavor this fall as new restaurants add excitement to the local dining scene.

Carajillo in Ferndale infuses Mexican classics with modern twists, thanks to chef Ara Sotelo’s creative menu.

Chicane opens in Canton, bringing chef Scott Breazeale’s vision of a supper club featuring steak, seafood, and comforting American fare.

In Royal Oak, Rosita’s Treats invites diners to savor Colombian cuisine, while Trap Vegan Midtown Express in Detroit delivers flavor-packed vegan dishes for every palate.

Looking ahead, Birmingham will welcome Big Rock Italian Chophouse in a historic depot, set to offer classic Italian steakhouse favorites.

Detroit’s East English Village sees the arrival of Little Liberia, where chef Ameneh Marhaba crafts a halal menu blending African and Caribbean flavors.

With vibrant offerings and bold newcomers, Metro Detroit’s fall dining promises fresh discoveries around every corner.

Trenton, Michigan – The 15th annual Victory Day brought a powerful sense of unity to Downriver as high school football players teamed up with children with disabilities for an inspiring game day experience.

Founded by Aaron Segedi, a dedicated Trenton teacher and cancer survivor, the event has blossomed into a symbol of empowerment and inclusion across the nation.

This year, fourteen Downriver high school teams united on the field, creating a festive, supportive atmosphere reminiscent of classic football Saturdays.

Seventy children from the Metro Detroit area took part, each cheered on by marching bands, enthusiastic crowds, and the encouragement of their athlete partners.

With every touchdown and play, participants celebrated achievement and pure joy, reminding the community of the lasting impact of sports.

Victory Day continues to champion inclusion, strengthening bonds throughout Metro Detroit.

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Detroit will soon welcome an immersive exhibition honoring the genius of Leonardo da Vinci at the Michigan Science Center.

From October 11, 2025, to January 4, 2026, "Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion" will bring over 40 full-scale, working models of da Vinci’s inventions crafted by artisans in Florence.

Visitors can interact with lifelike replicas of da Vinci’s helicopter, glider, armored tank, and more, all based on his Renaissance-era sketches and constructed using period techniques.

The exhibition unfolds across four themed zones—air, water, land, and fire—each designed to let guests ignite gears, pull levers, and discover first-hand how da Vinci envisioned modern technology.

This unique event invites the community to step into da Vinci’s world, offering a rare glimpse into his creative process and timeless innovation.

Hour Detroit proudly reveals the finalists for its first-ever Nurse of the Year Award, spotlighting exceptional nursing professionals from across metro Detroit.

Chosen from nominations by their supervisors and vetted by a panel of nursing school deans, these 20 nurses represent true dedication to patient care and community impact.

Their compassion and expertise have touched countless lives at leading institutions such as Corewell Health, Henry Ford Health, Trinity Health, Detroit Medical Center, Karmanos Cancer Institute, RegenCen, and New Oakland Family Centers.

All honorees will be recognized at the Excellence in Care Soirée on October 23 at The Colony Club, where one finalist will earn the prestigious Nurse of the Year Award.

Metro Detroit celebrates these inspiring individuals, whose unwavering service uplifts patients and strengthens the region’s healthcare community.

In a moving ceremony at DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital, Detroit’s first responders were honored for their dedication to saving lives before patients even reach the ER.

These frontline heroes consistently display exceptional skill in the face of emergencies, stabilizing patients swiftly and offering crucial comfort to families in distress.

One standout incident showcased their expertise: a patient was stabilized within just five minutes of arrival, highlighting their rapid response.

In another instance, responders used CPR and the Lucas device to revive unresponsive patients, directly helping to achieve lifesaving recoveries.

Perhaps most inspiring was the story of a pregnant woman whose life—and her premature baby’s—were saved after cardiac arrest; that child, born at less than one pound, now thrives at five pounds.

Detroit hospital leaders and Dr. Robert Dunne praised these responders as vital pillars who strengthen the city by meeting emergencies with skill and compassion.

Why did the Detroit Lions build a new stadium?

Because they couldn't find a way to win in the old one!