Partnerships Bring New Opportunities in 2024
As we welcome a New Year of possibilities, three upcoming joint efforts with partners offer potential improvements for our Morningside community.
Alger Theater Looks Back at an Exciting Year
The Alger is making great progress, raising over $300,000!
Announcing the Winners of Morningside Detroit’s 2023 Holiday Lights Contest
The Morningside Holiday Lights Contest returned for a third year, and this winter our neighbors did not disappoint. There was a festive atmosphere at all corners of the community.
New Year Activities at the Jefferson Branch Library
January is filled with events at the Jefferson Branch Library.
Crochet With a Cop
Fifth Precinct NPO Deanna Merriweather made the news recently with a crocheting class she’s offering at the precinct headquarters at 3500 Conner.
DPL on a Mission to Get Every Detroiter a Library Card
Only 20% of Detroiters have library cards, and the Detroit Public Library has launched a campaign to change that. The goal of the campaign is to get library cards into the hands of 41,000 more residents.
City Council Talks Trash
Currently the vote is scheduled to take place sometime this month, so now is the time to express your opinion on this issue to our Councilmember Latisha Johnson.
Meeting this Tuesday (1/9) 6:30pm at Bethany Lutheran Church
Please join us for our first monthly membership meeting of 2024!
The Twelve Days of Morningside
On my twelfth day in Morningside my neighbors gave to me 12 pizzerias, 11 happy dancers, 10 people shopping, 9 neighbors chatting, 8 students learning, 7 gardens growing, 6 children playing, 5 lovely homes, 4 clothing stores, 3 coffee shops, 2 green parks and a place where I’m happy to be.
Blight to Beauty Program is at Work in Morningside Business Corridors
In Morningside, the Blight to Beauty Program has touched twelve properties on East Warren (two city-owned) and five on Harper (one city-owned) in 2023.
Future Leaders: Angela Hartwell
Angela Hartwell is a high school senior attending East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney. Along with enjoying writing, Angela is assiduously working on all her courses to maintain her grades.
Santa, Snow Globes, Kwanzaa and More at the Jefferson Branch Library
You and your kids can have a great time at the Jefferson Branch over the next couple of months.
Morningside Welcomes a New Habit for Humanity Family
Thanks to Habitat for Humanity, Satin Adams and her children have a new home for the holidays in the 4800 block of Maryland.
Christmas Shopping in Our Community Has Never Been Easier
Consider a gift certificate from one of Morningside’s new and not-so-new businesses.
Property Tax Assessment Reform is Finally Here
In a 6-3 vote on November 21, City Council approved an ordinance to improve the system of tax assessments.
Energy 4 Life Health Food Store: The Modern Day Natural Apothecary
The white coat worn by many medical doctors is a universal symbol for a trained healer. One such healer, Dr. Denise Elam, who founded Energy 4 Life Health Food Store over 17 years ago, can be found at the corner of Mack and Bedford.
Let’s Get Festive! Holiday Lights Contest Returns to Morningside
There are prizes for best houses (1st/2nd/3rd), best participating block, and best business!
Holiday party! Tuesday, Dec 12, 6:30pm, at Bethany Lutheran
There will be food, fun, and prizes! Play holiday BINGO, sing Christmas carols, and meet your neighbors.
Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday on November 25 is a good reminder that you really can do most of your holiday shopping in the neighborhood this year. Take a good look around and you’ll find plenty of options.
City of Detroit Launches New Online Estimator Tool for Land Value Tax
The City of Detroit has launched a new online tool for homeowners to estimate their property tax cut under the proposed Land Value Tax Plan (LVTP).