Culture of Detroit

DT Midstream to Open National Headquarters in Downtown Detroit

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Culture of Detroit, Downtown Detroit, Detroit River, Geography of Michigan, Michigan, Detroit, Rock Ventures, DTE Energy, Metro Detroit, Campus Martius Park, Midstream, Ally Detroit Center

DETROIT, July 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DT Midstream, Inc. (NYSE: DTM), a premier natural gas pipeline, storage and gathering provider, today announced its new corporate headquarters will open in Bedrock’s Ally Detroit Center near Campus Martius, keeping almost 80 jobs in downtown Detroit.

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  • (NYSE: DTM), a premier natural gas pipeline, storage and gathering provider, today announced its new corporate headquarters will open in Bedrocks Ally Detroit Center near Campus Martius, keeping almost 80 jobs in downtown Detroit.
  • Planned to open Nov. 1, 2021, DTM will occupy 26,000 square feet on the 29th floor of the Ally Detroit Center.
  • DT Midstream, which employs nearly 300 people nationwide, completed its spinoff from DTE Energy on July 1, 2021.
  • We are so excited to welcome DT Midstream into our growing portfolio of companies committed to sustainability in Downtown Detroit, said Naumann Idrees, Bedrocks senior vice president of Leasing.

Wayne State University and Corvias Announce Recipients of 2021 Scholarship Award

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Other Education, Other Philanthropy, Philanthropy, University, Education, Culture of Detroit, Geography of Michigan, Michigan, Midtown Detroit, Wayne State University, Wayne State, Detroit, Wayne State University, Corvias, WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY, CORVIAS

Corvias and Wayne State University (WSU) today announced the two recipients of the 2021-2022 Wayne State Corvias Endowed Scholarship.

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  • Corvias and Wayne State University (WSU) today announced the two recipients of the 2021-2022 Wayne State Corvias Endowed Scholarship.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210722005675/en/
    Nicole Wallace (left) and Jennifer Gonzalez (right) are the recipients of the 2021 Corvias Scholar award.
  • Established in 2018, the Wayne State Corvias Endowed Scholarship award can be used for tuition, fees, and room and board in on-campus housing.
  • Wayne State University houses nearly 3,500 undergraduate and graduate students in living-learning communities right in the heart of Midtown Detroit.

Venuetize Expands Partnership with Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings, Creating More Convenient Guest Experience for Fans

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Olympia Entertainment, Michigan, Culture of Detroit, Little Caesars, Restaurants, Metro Detroit, Little Caesars Arena, Midtown Detroit, Detroit Red Wings, Detroit Tigers, Detroit, Mike Ilitch

TAMPA, Fla., May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Venuetize, a leader in mobile-first technology and advanced e-commerce capabilities, has announced an expanded partnership with the Detroit Red Wings and the Detroit Tigers that provides fans a more convenient and engaging game-day experience.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Venuetize, a leader in mobile-first technology and advanced e-commerce capabilities, has announced an expanded partnership with the Detroit Red Wings and the Detroit Tigers that provides fans a more convenient and engaging game-day experience.
  • The same feature has been available to Red Wings fans at Little Caesars Arena through The District Detroit mobile app since 2018.
  • Venuetize has also integrated the BetMGM Detroit Red Wings Stats Center into The District Detroit mobile app, which features a Game Center and Betting Center.
  • "Our recently expanded partnership with Venuetize will provide fans a more convenient experience at both Comerica Park and Little Caesars Arena," said Emily Neenan, Chief Marketing Officer for the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings.

Automotive Hall Of Fame Announces 2020/2021 Distinguished Service Citation, Industry Influencer Awardees

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Monday, May 24, 2021
Automotive Hall of Fame, Culture of Detroit, MotorCities National Heritage Area, Michigan, Motor vehicles

The Distinguished Service Citation recognizes individuals who have had a significant positive impact on the industry or their respective organizations.

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  • The Distinguished Service Citation recognizes individuals who have had a significant positive impact on the industry or their respective organizations.
  • The Automotive Hall of Fame tells moving stories of those who have made outstanding contributions to the automotive industry.
  • Founded in 1939, the Automotive Hall of Fame has honored 762 individuals from around the world, that have impactful and important to automotive and mobility industry.
  • You can also visit the Automotive Hall of Fame online at automotivehalloffame.org or on our Facebook and Instagram pages.

All Episodes of National Geographic Short-Form Digital Series ‘Composing Genius: Aretha’ Available Now on @NatGeoGenius Facebook

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Entertainment, Communications, Social media, TV and Radio, Celebrity, Online, Music, Musicians, Aretha Franklin, Culture of Detroit, Genius

To continue the celebration of the Queen of Soul, National Geographics new short-form digital series Composing Genius: Aretha is available now on the National Geographic Genius Facebook page.

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  • To continue the celebration of the Queen of Soul, National Geographics new short-form digital series Composing Genius: Aretha is available now on the National Geographic Genius Facebook page.
  • The short-form series follows the critically acclaimed premiere of the third season of the GENIUS anthology series.
  • Composing Genius: Aretha episodes include the following:
    Go behind the scenes of GENIUS: ARETHA with the director, DP, and actors as they break down the transformative scene of Arethas first solo.
  • The team behind GENIUS: ARETHA discusses the different ways that Aretha spoke out against racial injustice during the civil rights movement.

The Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau launches contest to help restaurants during pandemic

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Thursday, March 25, 2021
Metro Detroit, Geography of Michigan, Michigan, Detroit, Culture of Detroit, Geography of Detroit, Restaurant, Tourism in metropolitan Detroit

The Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau (DMCVB) has created the Eats in the D Restaurant Giveaway, a fun and easy contest to urge locals and visitors to enjoy exploring and rediscovering Metro Detroit's local culinary scene while earning a chance to win prizes.

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  • The Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau (DMCVB) has created the Eats in the D Restaurant Giveaway, a fun and easy contest to urge locals and visitors to enjoy exploring and rediscovering Metro Detroit's local culinary scene while earning a chance to win prizes.
  • Next, snap a picture of your food or experience, while dining at one of our restaurants in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties.
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    "Our Metro Detroit restaurants have been hit very hard financially during the COVID 19 pandemic, establishments that are special to our residents and visitors alike," said Claude Molinari, president and CEO of the DMCVB.
  • "We urge diners to help us create some visibility for these eateries so they can increase business and keep their doors open."

You Can't Out Pizza Buddy's: Buddy's Pizza Reminds America What Real Detroit-Style Pizza Is as Knock Offs Throw Their Second String Pies in the Ring

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Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Food and drink, Italian-American cuisine, Cuisine, Pizza, American pizza, Cuisine of the Midwestern United States, Culture of Detroit, Detroit-style pizza, Buddy's Pizza, Pizza Hut

In response, Buddy's Pizza thanks Pizza Hut for their attempt in introducing the world to this regional classic, but the knockoff is never as good as the original.

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  • In response, Buddy's Pizza thanks Pizza Hut for their attempt in introducing the world to this regional classic, but the knockoff is never as good as the original.
  • See for yourself when you visit any of the 19 locations across Michigan or order the award-winning Detroit-style pizza through Goldbelly .
  • For a taste of American history that's built from the ground-up by Michiganders, just like Detroit itself, try the real pie from Buddy's Pizza.
  • In 1946, Buddy's Pizza became the birthplace of the Original Detroit-Style Pizza.

Iconic Marquees Across 20 Music Venues Nationwide Honor the Legendary Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin

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Friday, March 19, 2021
Film & Motion Pictures, TV and Radio, Music, Philanthropy, Women, Events, Concerts, Entertainment, Celebrity, MEN, Foundation, Consumer, Musicians, Aretha Franklin, Culture of Detroit, Aretha

National Geographics GENIUS: ARETHA partners with Live Nation for a nationwide marquee takeover to honor the legacy of the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin.

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  • National Geographics GENIUS: ARETHA partners with Live Nation for a nationwide marquee takeover to honor the legacy of the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin.
  • These marquees will once again place Franklin in her rightful spot as a headliner with All Hail The Queen #GeniusAF 3.21.21.
  • During an unprecedented time in history, this GENIUS: ARETHA activation not only spotlights the indisputable Queen of Souls legacy, but also uplifts live music venues across the nation.
  • The GENIUS: ARETHA will feature a marquee takeover on the outside of some of the nations most iconic venues for ten days.

WynnBET Announces Partnership With Detroit Pistons

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Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Culture of Detroit, Detroit Pistons, Wynn Resorts, Wynn Las Vegas, Las Vegas Valley, Companies, Clark County, Nevada

JERSEY CITY, N.J., March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- WynnBET, the premier casino and sports betting app from the global leader in luxury hospitality, Wynn Resorts, announces it is now a proud partner of the Detroit Pistons.

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  • JERSEY CITY, N.J., March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- WynnBET, the premier casino and sports betting app from the global leader in luxury hospitality, Wynn Resorts, announces it is now a proud partner of the Detroit Pistons.
  • Anchoring the partnership is a new initiative called Wynn Wednesdays, a direct-to-consumer promotion that is exclusive to the WynnBET mobile app and website.
  • Since their arrival in 1957, the Detroit Pistons have become one of the most storied franchises in the NBA.
  • In October 2019, the club opened the new Henry Ford Detroit Pistons Performance Center located in the New Center area, a campus that serves as the organization's practice facility and corporate headquarters.

BetRivers.com Becomes An Official Partner Of The Detroit Pistons In Multi-Year Partnership As Rush Street Interactive's (RSI) Award Winning Site Is Now Live In Michigan

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Thursday, January 21, 2021
Culture of Detroit, Detroit Pistons, Sports betting, National Basketball Association

RSI is one of the most trusted and fastest-growing online casino and sports betting gaming companies in the United States.

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  • RSI is one of the most trusted and fastest-growing online casino and sports betting gaming companies in the United States.
  • At BetRivers.com Pistons fans will see promotions for exclusive Detroit Pistons prizes and experiences while playing exciting games and betting on their favorite teams.
  • "Michiganders love their home state NBA team and the Detroit Pistons have a rich history, winning the NBA Championship three times," said Richard Schwartz, president of RSI.
  • RSI cautions readers not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made.