April 2026
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Ken Daniels: The Voice of Hockeytown
Ken Daniels first heard there would be an opening in the television play-by-play booth for the Red Wings’ 1997-98 season from sportscaster Dave Strader. Strader, the Red Wings announcer from 1985 to 1996, was already an industry legend. But he was only the messenger — it was color analyst and Red Wings All-Star Mickey Redmond […]
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12 Don’t-Miss Events in Metro Detroit in April
THEATER MARCH 31-APRIL 12 & Juliet: Schitt’s Creek writer and producer David West Read shakes up the classicShakespeare love story in this hilarious musical, which features an engaging soundtrack of modern pop anthems and a confident new ending for Juliet (without Romeo). $46+. Fisher Theatre, 3011 W Grand Blvd., Detroit; atgtickets.com. APRIL 8 Bat Out […]
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Meet Tom Donoghue: Farmington Native and Prolific Sports Photographer
When the Los Angeles Angels asked Tom Donoghue to deliver the first pitch for an early May 2025 home game, they told the Farmington native it was to honor him as the oldest active photographer in Major League Baseball. The Angels were hosting the Detroit Tigers in a four-game home stand that weekend; Donoghue was […]
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Hour Detroit: April 2026 Digital Edition
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Hidden Detroit: Things You May Have Missed at the Detroit Institute of Arts
Everyone has a favorite secret spot, but a few are eager to share. For this year’s City Guide, we took on the challenge. Along with revealing a few of our own picks, we gathered recommendations from contributing writers, tour guides, and other insiders. And while logging in thousands of steps, we peeked behind closed doors […]
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Becoming Hockeytown: Exploring 100 Years of Detroit Red Wings History
The Detroit Red Wings are part of an exclusive NHL club — the Original Six — which traces its lineage back to the earliest days of the league. In honor of the storied franchise’s centennial season, the Detroit Historical Museum is celebrating its history. Spanning two floors, the Becoming Hockeytown: Detroit Red Wings at 100 […]
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The Way It Was: Ernie Harwell and George Kell
The start of baseball season brings back fond memories of seasons past and the sights and sounds of the game. For generations of fans, some of the most treasured sounds were the distinctive voices and often-imitated trademark calls of play-by-play Tigers announcers Ernie Harwell (left) and George Kell (right), pictured above in the Tiger Stadium […]
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Mad for Spring Fashion
Cara Cara Calypso Dress, $795, Found Objects, Birmingham. Vaneli Tamira Heel, $170, Sundance Shoes, Birmingham. Simone Rocha Turbo Blooming Poppy Necklace, $840, Simone Rocha Blooming Poppy Drip Earrings, $470, R13 Elbow Sleeve Split Hem Cardigan, $495, Tender, Birmingham. Kozan Polka Dot Cowl Neck Shirt, $129, Viola Boutique, Birmingham. Joseph Ade Skirt, $595, Gavazzeni Clarissa […]
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Hidden Detroit: Sports, Hats, Scenic Spots, and Artifacts
Everyone has a favorite secret spot, but a few are eager to share. For this year’s City Guide, we took on the challenge. Along with revealing a few of our own picks, we gathered recommendations from contributing writers, tour guides, and other insiders. And while logging in thousands of steps, we peeked behind closed doors […]
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Hidden Detroit: Connecting with Old Detroit and Its Boozy Past
Everyone has a favorite secret spot, but a few are eager to share. For this year’s City Guide, we took on the challenge. Along with revealing a few of our own picks, we gathered recommendations from contributing writers, tour guides, and other insiders. And while logging in thousands of steps, we peeked behind closed doors […]
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Hidden Detroit: Under the Radar Retail
Everyone has a favorite secret spot, but a few are eager to share. For this year’s City Guide, we took on the challenge. Along with revealing a few of our own picks, we gathered recommendations from contributing writers, tour guides, and other insiders. And while logging in thousands of steps, we peeked behind closed doors […]
