Light Up the D

Dr. Charles Mok gives insight on the affects on testosterone and estrogen on women.

Niko talks about how acquiring two coffee and donut shops led to a growing passion for the development of custom coffee blends and the joy he finds in serving both coffee and specialty donuts.

Lydia gives insight as to how Cass Technical High School came to be the oldest public school harp program in the nation celebrating an over 100 year history.

Dave discusses how Trove Marketplace helps entrepreneurs with disabilities thrive by providing a site where they can become a seller of their unique, handcrafted goods.

Aisha discusses how COTS focuses their services on asisting families experiencing homelessness and the unique resouces required.

With Vincent Tilford

Ron discusses the many services the Detroit Area Agency on Aging provides to our elderly community members including among many other resources, Meals on Wheels.

Fr. Tim discusses Pope Francis Center's resources and advocacy for our homeless community members, including the Bridge Housing Campus, which allows them to serve amost 300 people a day.

Melissa discusses how their group of local businesses supports those suffering from medical-related hair loss and how they build their cusomter's morale through their supportive services.

With Patti Corkery

Rebecca discusses the evolution of the Sam Bernmstein Law firm over many years into a large organization that deeply cares for helping people in times of trouble. She shares their commuinity endeavors, and their employees' involvement in those efforts as well.

In business for more than 60 years, Mike discusses how Shelving Inc., which is found at theshelvingstore.com, cares for its employess and the community.

Brother Fred discusses the 7 major areas of service provided by the Capuchin Soup Kitchen to serve our community members in need.

Lydia discusses how she came to be CEO of Hacienda, the trials and hardships through their growth, and Hacienda's devotion to their employees and the community.

Ryan discusses how Credibly provides small business lending alternatives and how AI and machine learning have helped their business work better for their customers.

DR. FELLOWS AND DR. SINGER OF MICHIGAN INSTITUTE FOR NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS (MIND) DISCUSS HOW THEY PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE AND COMPASSIONATE DIAGNOSTIC, THERAPEUTIC AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES TO ADULT PATIENTS AFFECTED WITH NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS.

RACHNA DISCUSSES THE BEAUTIFUL INDIAN ASIAN CLOTHNG CREATIONS AT TAJ COTTAGE AND THE MANY LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SEWING AND FASHION FIELD AT TI-STAF (TAJ INDUSTRIES SEWING TRAINING AND FASHION).

LEONA CELEBRATES THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE JOE LOUIS GREENWAY AND PROMOTES THE MANY ACTIVITES FOR ALL AGES AND INTERESTS.

Marie Sklaad and Trisha Plovie talk about the great things of animal adoption.

Shannon and Amanda Discuss how they created Ring True, a Jewelry Company That Provides Resoures to women who have been trafficked in order to help them gain back their purpose, become more confident and restart their lives.

LAKESHA HANCOCK, THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF FOUNDATION FOR POPS TALKS ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF HELPING VETS

LINDA LITTLE DISCUSSES THE NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES ORGANIZATION'S "DON'T TOUCH ME" CAMPAIGN

JUDGE LINDA DAVIS WITH FACE ADDICTION NOW ORGANIZATION: " RUN DRUGS OUT OF TOWN!"

DR. SMITH SHARES THE VALUE OF MARCHING BANDS TO ENHANCE THE FEELING OF STUDENT COMMNUNITY, EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY'S FUNDRAISING FOR MARCHING BAND UNIFORMS AND SCHOLARSHIPS TO SUPPORT MUSIC STUDENTS IN BANDS.

LORETTA DISCUSSES HOW AUTHORITY HEALTH IS PROVIDING UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES WITH GREATER ACCESS TO HEALTHIER FOOD OPTIONS AND HEALTH SERVICES THROUGH THEIR HEALTHY AND RESILIANT COMMINITIES PROGRAM

MAURY AND JAINELLE SHARE DETAILS OF THE UPCOMING GREAT LAKES MUSIC FESTIVAL, THE EXCITING LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS THAT ARE FEATURED AS WELL AS COLLABORATIONS BETWEEN THE FESTIVAL AND OTHER ARTS LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS.

BETH AND SAM SHARE THE MANY EXCITING GUESTS APPEARANCES, VENDORS AND UNIQUE ATTRACTIONS AT THIS YEAR'S MOTOR CITY COMICON WHICH IS CELEBRATING 36 YEARS AS THE LARGEST POP CULTURE EVENT IN MICHIGAN.

ALMA SHARES THE MANY EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES CELEBRATED AT THE ANNUAL CINCO DE MAYO PARADE AND WAYS THE MEXICAN PATRIOTIC COMMITTE SUPPORTS THE CULTURE AND COMMUNITY OF SOUTHWEST DETROIT.

DR. MCNEILL DISCUSSES THEIR UPCOMING YOUTH FAIR WHICH PROVIDES HEALTH SCREENINGS AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES FOR COMMUNITY MEMEBERS WITH SUBSTANCE ABUSE DISORDER WITH A SPECIFIC FOCUS ON OPIOID AWARENESS

DR. CHRIS URBANIK DISCUSSES HOW CENTRAL CITY HEALTH PROVIDES INTEGRATED HEALTH CARE SERVICES TO SOME OF THE MOST AT-RISK RESIDENTS IN DETROIT AND WAYNE COUNTY, AS WELL AS THE OPENING OF THEIR NEW HEALTH CENTER IN DOWNTOWN DETROIT TO BETTER SERVIE THE COMMINTY.

STEVE DISCUSSES THE IMPORTANCE OF MICHIGAN AUTO LAW'S AWARDING OF $5,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS TO FOUR MICHIGAN HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS AND SENIORS THROUGH THEIR 2025 KELSEY’S LAW DISTRACTED DRIVING AWARENESS SCHOLARSHIP.

ROBIN DISCUSSES HOW THE TREASURY PROVIDES RESOURCES TO HELP MICHIGANDERS PLAN FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION, AND THE FOSTERING FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP TRUST FUND.

Dr. Greer discusses how the Michigan Science Center puts you at the heart of science with

TURKIA DISCUSSES HOW BEYOND BASICS WORKS IN SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO ENSURE THAT ALL KIDS REACH THEIR APPROPRIATE READING LEVEL AND HOW READING IS FUNDEMENTAL TO AN INDIVIDUAL'S LONG TERM SUCCESS.

ALIA LUCAS IS A GAMBLING DISORDER PROGRAM SPECIALISTS WITH THE SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER, GAMBLING, AND EPIDEMIOLOGY PROGRAM WITHIN THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.

MONIQUE DISCUSSES THE MANY SERVICES MATRIX PROVIDES FROM BIRTH TO SENIORS INCLUDING HEAD START, FOOD DISTRIBUTION TUESDAYS, HEALTH CARE, HIV PREVENTION AND MORE.

DARIN DISCUSSES THE MANY SERVICES GRACE CENTERS OF HOPE BRINGS TO THE COMMUNITY TO HELP INDIVIDUALS RECOVER FROM ADDICTION, ABUSE AND HOMELESSNESS.

TIM DISCUSSES THE IMPORTANCE OF THE TRADE INDUSTRY AS A CAREER CHOICE AND THE MANY BENEFITS OF A CAREER IN THE TRADES, AS WELL AS HOW RANDAZZO HELPS THE COMMUNITY WITH ENERGY SAVING DURING THE WINTER SEASON.

JENNIFER DISCUSSES KEVIN'S SONG, A NONPROFIT DEDICATED TO GENERATING PUBLIC AWARENESS ABOUT THE CAUSES AND PREVALENCE OF SUICIDE  IN MICHIGAN AND POSSIBLE PREVENTIVE MEASURES TO HELP OUR COMMUNITY.

Director Patillo and Sargent Wilson discuss their passion for the city and the police Department.  They detail pay improvements and the many ways citizens can be involved in both sworn and civilian positions.  they also highlight 2 upcoming hiring events. 

Tarence discusses how powerless kids often lack the resources, support, and opportunities that can help them thrive. Forming connections with powerful friends-mentors, peers with influence, or supportive adults- can significantly impact their lives.

Dennis discusses the many ways he works with the community to grow people and Detroit businesses, his childhood experiences that give him a unique perspective, and his current ventures.

Brandi discusses all the unique cultural and business community features that make Southwest Detroit so special as well as the services the Southwest Detroit Business Association provides to serve and support the community.

Ron Taylor discusses the many services the Detroit Area Agency on Aging (DAAA) provides to the senior community in addition to the well know Meals on Wheels program. Ron also discusses how seniors are dealing with opioid use and abuse and the resources and support offered by the DAAA to combat Opiod Use Disorder.