Week of November 14, 2024
Week of November 14, 2024
Detroit, MI - On Saturday, November 9, 2024, Detroit's St. Regis Hotel was buzzing with energy as local entrepreneurs, professionals, and aspiring speakers gathered for the highly anticipated 1% Better Speakers Conference. The event, hosted by Keyon Clinton, brought together a dynamic lineup of speakers to the stage, each offering insights and strategies to help attendees improve both personally and professionally. Clinton, creator of 1% Better, international speaker, execution coach,...
Since it formed in 2007, the non-profit organization Face Addiction Now, or FAN (formerly known as Families Against Narcotics) emphasizes compassion and respect while coordinating support, care and recovery for individuals and families affected by substance abuse. One of the organization's more distinctive programs, Hope Not Handcuffs most recently joined as community partners with police departments in Belleville, Inkster, and Redford Township. Established in 2017, Hope Not Handcuffs partners...
Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett's words mirrored Shirley Chisholm's groundbreaking observation decades ago: "Of the two handicaps, being Black is much less of a handicap than being a female." Crockett's reflection on Donald Trump's resounding victory over Vice President Kamala Harris pointed to what many saw as a dissonance between the candidate and the country's decision. Crockett highlighted Harris's qualifications, intelligence, and kindness compared to Trump, yet acknowledged the...
Standing in the Rose Garden, where a somber yet respectful silence filled the unseasonably warm November air, President Joe Biden addressed reporters, staffers, and supporters gathered to witness his final words on the transition of power. Against a backdrop of blooming roses and the White House's historic pillars, Biden stated his commitment to a peaceful transition, congratulating President-elect Donald Trump on his victory and extolling the enduring strength of American democracy. His voice...
2024 has been a year that seems like only a comic book writer can imagine. Thankfully it's almost over and we can start fresh next time around. I assume most people will appreciate the bombardment of unwanted and excessive advertising coming to an end. It was hard to enjoy life with the hypnotizing, ear splitting commercials of the saga we just left. Motor City Comic Con has swooped in once again to save the day. Giving the community control of what's in front of them. Setting up shop at the...
America is a vast land of many cultures dating back thousands of years to the original inhabitants of the land. The history and heritage of Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and Island communities are part of all national parks today. Throughout the year, and especially during November during Native American Heritage Month, the National Park Service and our partners celebrate together the rich traditions, languages, and contributions of Indigenous people. As we celebrate...
