In this episode of "Your Neighborhood News," host Morgan Riley covers Detroit's hottest stories including the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association's legal challenge against a new 24% wholesale marijuana tax, the exciting launch of the Detroit Land Bank Authority's $15 million Affordable Housing Pipeline restoring historic 1920s buildings, and a comprehensive guide to fall events including "100 Years Unbound" at the Detroit Historical Museum, Zoo Boo at the Detroit Zoo, and the upcoming grand opening of Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park. Learn how these developments are shaping the Motor City's future while enjoying Morgan's insights on local weather, community initiatives, and the resilient spirit of Detroit. Perfect for residents wanting to stay informed about policies affecting their neighborhoods and upcoming opportunities to experience the best of Detroit this autumn.
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Episode Transcript
Hello Detroit. I'm Morgan Riley and you're listening to your
neighborhood news. With fall in full swing, the city is buzzing,
both with the changing leaves and the latest word on
the streets of Detroit. Let's get straight to the stories
shaping our community right now. Over the past three days,
one major local story has been the unfolding legal challenge
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from the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association. After Governor Gretchen Whitmer
and state lawmakers passed a budget that included a new
twenty four percent tax on wholesale marijuana set to take
effect January first, the cannabis industry filed suit, arguing that
the legislature needed a stronger majority to pass such a change.
As WDET reports, the move is sparking debate. Will this
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tax help fix our roads or will it hit local
businesses and equity efforts too hard? For now, it's a
wait and see, but you can bet Detroiter's will be
watching closely. On a brighter note, let's shift to a
story that's all about people. The Detroit Land Bank Authority
is launching a first of its kind, fifteen dollars million
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dollars affordable housing pipeline, starting with two historic nineteen twenties
apartment buildings in the Wade neighborhood. These spaces are set
to become thirty affordable units, offering a lifeline for families
and a nod to Detroit's architectural legacy. It's a reminder
that behind every policy, there are real lives and homes
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at stake. Detroiters helping Detroiters, one brick at a time.
The false skies over Detroit are crispies days, with temperatures
dipping into the fifties in the evenings and plenty of
sunshine expected this weekend, perfect for getting out to the
city's sleet of seasonal events. Speaking of which, this Saturday
marks the one hundred years Unbound exhibition opening at the
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Detroit Historical Museum, celebrating a century of the Hannon Center
and its work redefining aging in our city. Over at
the Detroit Zoo, Zoo Boo is in full swing everyone
weekend through October twenty sixth. Great for families with a
twist of Halloween fun and if you're an ann arbor,
the A to Arborfest brings over one hundred artists to carrytown,
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plus live music, and local food. There's truly something for everyone,
and will be sure to keep you posted on new happenings.
Looking ahead, mark your calendars for the grand opening of
Ralph C. Wilson Junior Centennial Park on the Detroit Riverfront
October twenty fifth and twenty sixth. The Detroit Harvest Fest
moves there this year, promising live entertainment, food trucks, and
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plenty of activities for all ages. It's a big moment
for the city. New green space, new memories, and a
fresh chapter for the Riverfront. As we wrap up, it's
clear that Detroit is a city of resilience and reinvention.
Our challenges are real, but so is our spirit. From
the halls of government to the streets where we live.
The conversation about Detroit's future continues, fueled by data, yes,
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but always by people. That's the word on the streets
of Detroit today. Thank you for listening. If you have
a story, idea, or just want to say hi, drop
me a line at Morgan at Inceptionpoint dot ai, and
don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a Detroit
news update. This has been Morgan Iley, your neighbor in
the news and This has been a quiet please production.
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