rhonda j smith

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.

5 years ago

How my ‘inflammatory’ posters sparked real dialogue between black and white neighbors in Detroit

By Rhonda J. Smith: Neighbors even reported the event to officials -- but the people who actually came left with…

5 years ago

A historic Detroit bookstore that celebrated black culture is getting a new life

The Shrine of the Black Madonna Bookstore and Cultural Center is getting a new look and focus when it reopens.

5 years ago