Stories by Ashley Woods Branch

Detour Detroit joining with Outlier Media to grow the future of independent local journalism in Detroit

Detour Detroit has officially joined forces with Outlier Media to help grow the future of independent local journalism in Detroit together....

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With Detour DoGooders service socials, we’re making Detroit better, together

Detour Detroit is all about community -- which is why I am so thrilled to announce the launch of our new event series, Detour DoGooders....

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Hajime Sato opens Sozai in Clawson, leveling up Metro Detroit’s sushi game

Listen, if you're going to open a sushi restaurant down the street from the legendary Noble Fish in Clawson, you better know what you're doing...

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How Metro Detroit voters shifted in the 2020 election

A closer look at Metro Detroit presidential election results, from a resounding Biden victory in Oakland County to turnout gains across the board....

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Get ready for The Blend, a Detroit digital magazine for women launching in June

Detour is teaming up with Detroit Women's Leadership Network to deliver essential information to help women grow, connect, learn, achieve and become the best versions...

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Dear Detroit small business owners: You’re open. We’re here to help.

Today, we are launching Detour’s Keep Detroit Local program, a member-supported promotion for small businesses impacted by COVID-19. ...

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Coronavirus in Detroit: what you need to know

Updated Friday, March 13 It’s official: 12 COVID-19 cases are now confirmed in 7 Michigan counties, as the coronavirus strain spreads around the U.S, reaching pandemic status and...

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A new way to support your favorite reporters and community-powered journalism

Detour Detroit's Community-Powered Journalism program banks on the most valuable part of local media: the reporting itself. ...

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Detour Detroit is hiring a newsletter editor

You're a news-obsessed writer who can nail deadlines and can be trusted to deliver on assignments while working from home, our space at TechTown or...

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A Detroit photojournalist returns home to share these agonizing photos of the refugee crisis

The latest gallery show from the Detroit-based writer and documentarian showcases his most emotional work yet -- the stories and photographs Karpov collected during four...

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Author: Ashley Woods Branch