Cornelius Fortune
Cornelius Fortune is a Detroit-based writer and editor. He has covered news, arts, and culture for local publications such as the Metro Times and Between the Lines. Nationally, his work has appeared in the Advocate, Chess Life and many others.
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In Praise of the New Golden Age of Sci-fi TVSci-fi television, as evidenced by such shows as "Lost" and "Battlestar Galactica," is enjoying a contemporary Golden Age of complex storytelling and imaginative imagery.
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How the 'Heroes' Approach to Superhero Drama Changed TVThe TV show "Heroes" showed die-hard comic book fans and audiences alike that a comic book world could convincingly be brought to the small screen. -
Four Reasons ‘666 Park Avenue’ Failed to Leave Its MarkThe ABC freshman series "666 Park Avenue" has struggled in the ratings for weeks. Now, ABC has announced that it has cancelled the series. What went wrong?
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‘Doomsday Preppers’: Freakiest episodes (so far)"Doomsday Preppers" has had some notable highs in its first season. Here are some highlights.
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Why ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’ holds the future of the new film seriesWith a new "Star Wars" film a few years away, it's a good time to look at "Star Wars: The Clone Wars'" possible influence on the upcoming movie.
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'The Cleveland Show' Season 4 premiere reaches for the Halloween treatThe second season opener of "The Cleveland" show brought with it a few Halloween surprises.
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'Homeland' recap: Season 2 premiere toys with parallelsThe Season 2 premiere of "Homeland" gives us the latest on Carrie and Brody.
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'Homeland' Season 2 preview: Drama to delve deeper into an alternate America"Homeland" returns for a second season Sunday, Sept. 30 on Showtime.
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'Treme' premiere recap: Drama's strongest melody might be in Season 3Three seasons in, the HBO series "Treme" can still carry a tune.
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Why Superhero Animation on TV Beats Live ActionAlthough the Cineplex has seen a rise in the popularity of big budget superhero movies, TV animation is still the medium to beat. -
Turning the Signal on 'The Batman'Though not as highly regarded as “Batman: The Animated Series” and “Batman: The Brave and the Bold,” “The Batman” did manage to carve its own place in the Batman pantheon.
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Can J.J. Abrams start another TV revolution?With NBC's "Revolution," J.J. Abrams brings us something new to TV. But will it be as thrilling (and innovative) as his feature films?
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How to reopen ‘The Secret Circle’Although the CW's "The Secret Circle" has permanently left the air, there are plenty of ways to keep the show alive.
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Why 'Sanctuary' and other imaginative shows failed this seasonThe 2011-2012 season saw the cancellation of three entertaining sci-fi series, each offered something new to the genre. What could have happened?
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Love Stories: 'The Wonder Years' Essential Viewing"The Wonder Years" is a classic TV series, not just because of the humor, but the love stories it depicts. -
Jessica Pare’s Mad 'Mad Men' Rise and Emmy ProspectsWith the Emmy nominations votes underway, "Mad Men" newcomer Jessica Pare has a real shot at nabbing a "Best Lead-Actress" nod.Also published on:
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10 Best Shows on TV Sure to Garner Emmy AttentionEmmy voters will face a tough job choosing the best TV programming of the 2011-2012 season. Here's a list of 10 popular shows and some cult favorites.Also published on:
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Remembering 'The Ray Bradbury Theater'Ray Bradbury's seminal anthology series, "The Ray Bradbury Theater," might not have garnered as much critical attention as his books, "Fahrenheit 451" and "The Martian Chronicles," but it's definitely more fun to watch.Also published on:
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'Small Wonder' Star Jerry Supiran Homeless: What Other Beloved TV Stars Have Battled HomelessnessJerry Supiran a co-star of the '80s show "Small Wonder" isn't the first celebrity to experience homelessness.Also published on:
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'Redneck Island' Tinkers With the 'Survivor' ModelCMT is banking on another redneck reality show hit with its latest, "Redneck Island."Also published on:
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What Happened to the Sci-fi on SyFy?The SyFy Channel has undergone a series of changes; the greatest of which, is its lack of true science fiction programming.Also published on:
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What ‘CSI: Miami’s’ Cancellation Could Mean for Other Long-Standing Crime Shows"CSI: Miami's" cancellation prove a cautionary tale for other aging police procedurals.Also published on:
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'Sherlock's' Season Finale Keeps Viewers GuessingThe season finale of "Sherlock" answered some questions, but offered up even more.
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The Worst TV Moms in Sci-Fi HistoryNot every television character is thrilled when their mom makes a visit. Add time travel, magic and space into the equation, and you've got yourself some very entertaining drama from a sci-fi perspective.
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'CSI' Finale Holds Viewers Over a CliffRecently ending its 12th season, "CSI" shows it still has the ability to entertain and surprise.
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Four Reasons 'Touch' Should Stay on the AirTim Kring's "Touch," starring Keifer Sutherland, has all the makings of a promising new TV series. Problem is, Fox might not renew it.
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Whatever Happened to the TV Theme Song?TV show themes used to be the norm. These days, they're harder to find, but some fan favorites and critic's darlings have kept the tradition with a new found creative verve, celebrating the television theme song.
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Humans Take Center Stage in 'Frozen Planet'Discovery Channel Takes us behind the scenes of its new series, "Frozen Planet."
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Where Sci-fi TV Should Go, and How to Get ThereTelevision remains the best place for science fiction ideas to flourish. The problem is, there just isn't enough of it on the small screen. -
'Frozen Planet' Shifts to Winter, Continues to Humanize the Animal Kingdom"Frozen Planet" scores another great episode with "Winter."
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'Frozen Planet' Takes a Stab at Fisticuffs, Wildlife WrestlingIn the episode, "Summer," the viewer gets to see wildlife fights up close and personal.
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'Frozen Planet's' Five Most Shocking MomentsDiscovery Channel's "Frozen Planets" has plenty of awe-inspiring moments, but tons of violence, too.
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How ‘Doctor Who,’ ‘Being Human,’ ‘The Walking Dead’ (and Other Shows) Revitalized Sci-fi TVSci-fi television is more popular than ever. A greater emphasis on character and story has widened the genre's audience, given TV viewers better choices on the tube.
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'Alphas' Blu-ray, DVD Wish ListFor some, when SyFy Channel's "Alphas" is released on home video, it will be a cause for celebration. Even so, fans of the show should expect some basics to be featured on the Blu-ray/DVD release.
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'American Horror Story' and the TV Horror AnthologyEvery now and then someone tries to revive the horror anthology series. 'American Horror Story' is part of a long line of intriguing (and often) short-lived TV shows. Here's an overview of some of the best (and worst) incarnations.
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Finding Your ‘Alphas’ Cure"Alphas" may be on hiatus, but fans can still enjoy the show in a variety of ways.
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Autism in Science Fiction: How 'Alphas' Gary Bell Carries the Tradition FurtherScience fiction has a long history of using autistic characters, often providing new insights into the human condition. "Alphas'" Gary Bell is the latest character to show the complexities of this condition.
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'Alphas' 101: Five Must-See Episodes'Alphas' has become one of the Syfy channel's best new shows. Here's a list of five not-to-be-missed episodes.
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'Alphas' Season 2: How the Show's Renewal Could Benefit Sc-fi TVSyFy Channel's original series, "Alphas," was recently renewed for a second season. Given its strong ratings, the show could pave the way for other series about super beings.
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Summer Glau Makes 'Alphas' CoolerFan favorite Glau is the perfect complement to the 'Alphas' expanding universe.
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Alpha Power: Why the Show's Superman Isn't Super EnoughHyperadrenal sounds cool, but doesn't serve Bill Harken very well in the SyFy series "Alphas."
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What 'Alphas' Can Learn from 'Heroes''Alphas' is on track for becoming the SyFy channel's breakout series. NBC's longest running superhero series, 'Heroes,' can serve as a guidebook for this show.
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Taking the Heat Out the Detroit Heat WaveSuggestions for staying cool during a metro Detroit heat wave.
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'Alphas' Pilot Delivers Extrasensory Action, CharactersSyFy Channel's new series hints at a new kind of television involving extraordinary abilities.
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'Alphas' Could be the Next Superhero Breakout ShowSyFy's new show has the potential to rewrite the superhero genre for TV.
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Target Fireworks return to Detroit on June 27The 53rd annual Target Fireworks - one of the nation's most spectacular fireworks displays - is set for June 27.
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How to Cope with 'Smallville' WithdrawalWant more "Smallville"? You'll find tons of resources to keep the show alive.
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'Smallville' Final Analysis'Smallville's' finale episode wasn't perfect, but it had some good moments.
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'Doctor Who' Can Change the Way You Watch Television"Doctor Who" provides some of the most cutting edge entertainment in science fiction. What makes The Doctor so potent?
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'Smallville's' Potential AfterlifeWhat would a 'Smallville' spin-off look like? Not as bad as you might think.
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Booster Gold Lights Up 'Smallville'The "Smallville" episode "Booster" is one of the series' finest, providing comedic moments and cool special effects.
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'Smallville's' Greatest VillainsClark Kent has gone up against dozens of adversaries, but there are some standouts within the show's 10-year history.
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What Ever Happened to Pete Ross?"Smallville's" Pete Ross was once integral to the cast. Now that the show is at its end, maybe it's time to revisit the character as played by Sam Jones III.
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'Smallville's' Lighter Side (seasons 3 and 4)"Smallville's" third and fourth seasons provided some genuine laughs and quirky moments.
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The Detroit Shoppe ReturnsAfter a brief hiatus, the Detroit Shoppe has returned, new and improved.
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'Beauty and the Beast -- LIVE'Redford's Thurston High School will present its reinterpretation of Disney's classic, "Beauty and the Beast."
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The Music of 'Smallville'The music of "Smallville" has its own identity, one that has helped to shape -- and possibly define -- the series.
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'Smallville's' Lighter Side (seasons 1 and 2)Though generally regarded as a sci-fi drama, 'Smallville' has had some humorous moments.
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The Best of "Smallville" (So Far)An overview of some of "Smallville's" most entertaining moments.
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Main Art Theatre's 'Midnight Movies' SeriesWhere's a good place to find midnight movies in metro Detroit? Try the Main Art Theatre in Royal Oak.
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Twenty Years: Still Dating, Still LovingDr. Robert and Carmela McTyre will celebrate 21 years of marriage in September. The two recount their meeting and how they've kept the marriage strong, providing an example to their children.
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Ford Community & Performing Arts Center: A Great Spot for Entertainment, FunDearborn's Ford Community & Performing Arts Center is the suburb's premier destination for live music and more.
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Why the World Still Needs 'Smallville'As "Smallville" enters its final season, now's a great time to examine the show's longevity and what it could mean for other SF comic book shows.
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New Exhibition Spotlights Detroit: The Detroit ShoppeThe Detroit Shoppe in Troy embraces Detroit's positive history.
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Motor City Needs More Movie History, ExhibitsMovies have been a part of the Detroit experience since 1906. Though is there no definitive museum collection featuring this history, there are a couple of places that keep the tradition alive. -
Make Mine Mars: Why It's Important to GoA new paper on Mars colonization provides suggestions for taking this idea seriously. Now could be a great time to begin discussing the challenges, as well as celebrating Mars' influence upon our popular culture.
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Detroit Fanfare 2010A new comic book convention comes to the metro Detroit area. -
Day of the Dead Events in DetroitSouthwest Detroit will host some of the most unusual and exciting Day of the Dead activities in the city.
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DroidX Games: New Phone Offers Unique Gaming ExperienceA review of free game Apps for the new DroidX.
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Birmingham's 'Fashion's Night Out'Fashion's Night Out will provide Birmingham residents and metro Detroiters an up-close view of the latest fashions. -
Metro Detroiters Should Rediscover CanadaMetro Detroit shares a special connection with Canada -- closeness. Some of the coolest spots are just a train trip (or border crossing) away. Writer Cornelius Fortune writes about his recent trip to Toronto. -
Games in MiniatureAn overview of free games for the iPhone and iPod Touch.
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Fourth Annual People's Art Festival at the Russell in Detroit, MichiganThe 4th Annual People's Art Festival comes to Detroit. -
The new Medicaid: An up-close viewHow has Medicaid changed? And what does this mean for low-income families with senior citizens? -
18th Annual Dearborn Heights Firefighters Chili Cook-OffThis event inspires not only great chili recipes, but raises funds for The Great Lakes Burn Camp.
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Writing for the WebThough online writing has risen in popularity, there is still no substitute for clear, concise writing. Print media and the Web have a lot they can still learn from each other.
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Tips for voting in Michigan's primary electionThe primary elections are Tuesday, Aug. 3. What information should you bring with you? How do you view your ballot online? Here are some resources for metro Detroiters.
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Best Drive-ins in Metro DetroitTwo great drive-ins service the metropolitan Detroit area. One's an oldie; the other, pushes the concept of the drive-in movie theater into the 21st century. -
Ferndale's Strawberry Moon Bakery & CafeLooking for fresh-baked pizza, sandwiches or pastries? Ferndale's Strawberry Moon Bakery & Cafe specializes in these and more. -
Birmingham's Hunter House HamburgersHunter House Hamburgers provides the "slider experience" to the Birmingham community and metro Detroit.
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Spice of Thai: Thai food for lessThough small, Royal Oak's Spice of Thai restaurant offers big taste at fair prices. -
Tips on avoiding road construction in metro DetroitConstruction in metro Detroit doesn't have to be a surprise. Here are some tips for staying on the road. -
Birmingham's KLM Bike & FitnessA store for the whole family, KLM Bike & Fitness offers great summer deals.
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Zumba Mexican Grille: Great prices, better foodLooking for inexpensive Mexican-inspired foods in downtown Royal Oak? Zumba might be the place for you. -
Ferndale's Record Collector: A 'sound' judgmentThe Record Collector has a variety of offerings, but its main focus in on records and giving the customer the complete vinyl experience.
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'Watching' the eye care industryLike it or not, it seems that health care is truly starting to broaden its scope. I suspect more is to come. Whether metro Detroiters are ready for it is another story.
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Greek Island's Coney Restaurant: A clean, well-lighted placeGreek Island's Coney Restaurant provides both convenience and ambiance for Birmingham residents and visitors.
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Ferndale's Western Market provides savory and health-conscious itemsIf you're feeling either health-conscious or indulgent, Western Market covers both ends very well.
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Rexdell: The Super DogA dog with a very big secret fails to keep his style preference discreet.
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Royal Oak's Dale and Thomas PopcornRoyal Oak's Dale and Thomas Popcorn offers true variety and plenty of samples.
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Borders Birmingham: More than a chain bookstoreBorders Birmingham is more than just a bookstore - it's a window into popular culture.
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AJ's Music Cafe: An artful experience for mind, bodyAJ's Music Cafe provides healthier food choices and artistic expression during open mic nights.
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John K. Kings Books North: Great prices, classic titlesFerndale's John K. King's Books North is a vibrant independent book store with unique offerings.
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Memphis Smoke offers great food, entertainmentRoyal Oak's Memphis Smoke is unique in that its live music is nearly as good as the Southern cuisine it serves.
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Keeping your cool in metro DetroitMetro Detroit has experienced some record highs this July. To stay cool, you might have to think outside the box.
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Turning the pages: Royal Oak Public Library provides books, moreLibraries are evolving with the times, providing not only educational resources to the community, but also free entertainment. The Royal Oak Public Library is on the cutting edge of changing what libraries can be.
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A tale of flash flooding in FerndaleI never knew flash floods could be so serious until I actually got caught in one a few weeks back.
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Pro-Literacy Detroit helps metro Detroiters readAt least 47 percent of metro Detroiters are functional illiterate. Pro-Literacy Detroit hopes to change those numbers by giving adults a chance to succeed.
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Comet Burgers: King of the slidersComet Burgers in Royal Oak offers a unique experience in taste and decor.
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Royal Oak's Spy Shop LLC helps residents keep an eye outRoyal Oak offers more than arts, culture and dining. Spy Shop LLC sells surveillance equipment and offers hands-on instruction.
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Ferndale's Rainy Day HobbiesRainy Day Hobbies gives Ferndale residents a great resource for model trains, planes and much more.
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Kids Read Comics offers comic workshops, costume contests and moreThe second annual Kids Read Comics, a free two-day event, will feature professionals from both the comic book industry and animation.
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Motor City Comic Con brings geek culture to the Detroit areaThe Motor City Comic Con in Novi goes live.
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The best comic book stores in DetroitEven after the Motor City Comic Con ends on Sunday, May 16, metro Detroit offers a number of great comic book stores where fans and newcomers alike can indulge their passion for comics.
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Working artists in metro Detroit weather the economic stormMetro Detroit artists discuss the challenges of making a living in Michigan.
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555 art gallery finds new location, purposeThe 555 art gallery is one of Detroit's best-kept secrets.
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Michigan Lottery: Where's the money going?The Michigan Lottery brought in more than $2.37 billion in sales in 2009. Of that money, $724.5 million was deposited into Michigan's School Aid Fund. Metro Detroiters weigh in on the lottery and its economic impact on public schools.
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Intrapreneur, entrepreneur: The new finance modelMetro Detroit business owners discuss the rise of entrepreneurship in the city, and that little-known phrase: the intrapreneur.
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Comics, fun, community at Free Comic Book DayFree Comic Book Day at Green Brain Comics brings in close to 1,000 comic book fans from the metro Detroit area.
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Motor City Comic Con brings sci-fi stars, top artistsA preview of what to expect at metro Detroit's biggest comic book and pop culture event.
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Free Comic Book Day promises fun for the whole familyMetro Detroit comic shop owners discuss the medium's significance to American culture and the importance of getting kids into the shops.
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On the laugh track: Motor City comedians find humor, workMetro Detroit comedians discuss humor in the city and why it still matters.
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Detroit Wayne County Health Authority Offers Free ScreeningsA weeklong health fair throughout Detroit encourages Medicaid enrollment and child wellness.
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Music Education in Metro Detroit: The Good, the BadEducators in Metro Detroit discuss the state of music education in the city and offer alternatives.
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13-Year-Old Washington-Parks Chess Team Student Defeats GrandmasterEighth-grader Guwoin Ingram wins against Grandmaster Martha Fierro in a simul held at the Detroit Institute of Arts.
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50 Detroit Chess Hopefuls to Challenge Grandmaster Martha FierroDetroit chess students face off against grandmaster Martha Fierro at the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA).
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Metro Detroiters Seek Good Child Care; Lawmakers, Stricter GuidelinesMetro Detroiters discuss the pros and cons of child care in the city.
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Detroit News Spelling Bee Competition CoverageSixth-grader Siddharth Varanasi wins the Detroit News-Sponsored Wayne County Spelling Bee.
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Detroit News Spelling Bee Competition PreviewMetro Detroit teachers discuss the upcoming Wayne County regional spelling bee and its importance.
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Why Spelling Bees Still MatterEven in the digital age, spelling bees are still important, educators say.
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Metro Detroiters Find Curling at Detroit Curling ClubThe Detroit Curling Club is the only curling club in Metro Detroit. Members discuss the experience of having not only great competition, but good times off the ice.
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Report Finds Detroit Restaurants Weathering the RecessionA recent study finds that the restaurant industry is growing in Detroit, despite a slow economy.
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Scott Introduces Bill Requiring Coverage for HPV TestingState Sen. Martha Scott (D-Highland Park) and others discuss the importance of HPV screening for girls and women. The virus has been linked to a reported 70 percent of all cervical cancers in women who were not previously infected.
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Fighting Crime in Detroit with the Power of Text MessagingDetroit Police Department launches program to combat crime with text messaging.