District 4 Candidates Speak: Police, Recreation, Blight, & Ethics
We’ve asked our District 4 candidates for City Council – Latisha Johnson and ML Elrick – to answer a few questions which we hope will give you some insight into how they see their role as Council members and how they approach complex and controversial issues.
A Message From The President
Those of us who are longtime Detroiters sometimes express pessimism about the ability of City departments to “get things done.” So, we also need to give credit when our complaints and issues are successfully addressed.
New State Budget Strengthens Social Safety Net
I was proud to vote “yes” on the state budget last week, which includes critically needed boosts for childcare, higher education, high water infrastructure, assistance with water bills, homeowner assistance, bridge repairs, and much more.
Community Meeting: Tues, October 12, 6:30pm, at Bethany Lutheran Church
Our next meeting is Tuesday, October 12th, 6:30pm. We will be meeting in-person at Bethany Lutheran Church. For those who cannot attend, we will be broadcasting live via Zoom.
Morningside Bike Ride Showcases Community, Creativity
Over 20 neighbors came out and participated in our annual community bike ride on Saturday, September 18th. Click here to check out the event pictures!
Give a Smile, Get a Smile
This month's Give A Smile, Get A Smile comes from MorningSide resident Jessie Devereaux, starring her adorable kitten Louisa. Louisa was found in early April outside Public Foods at Three Mile and E Warren.
Letter to the Editor: Ready for Change?
“Whatever your highest aspiration is, it’s probably too low,” said black social justice champion, teacher and writer Dr. Danielle Moss. “Multiply it by 10 and see where that takes you. Push yourself to leap into spaces where you don’t belong. You have no idea what’s on the other end of your courage.”
Emerald Gardens Celebrates a Productive Summer
We have been busy at Emerald Gardens MorningSide. Since early spring, the garden has been exploding with life with over 500 native plants designed to attract pollinators and various insects beneficial to the ecosystem.
In Memoriam - Lorraine Black
The Morningside community recently lost one of its most dedicated members in the passing of Mrs. Lorraine Black. Mrs. Black lived on Somerset since the 1970s.
Morningside’s Featherstone Garden Farm Tables Every Wednesday
You’ll find great vegetables every Wednesday from 12 to 5 p.m. at Featherstone Garden’s farm stand, 4178 Lakepointe Street, just a couple of blocks north of Mack Avenue.
Neighborhood Bike Ride: Saturday, September 18, 10am
Next Saturday, Morningside is having a community bike ride. The meet-up location will be at Three Mile-Munich Park, 10am sharp. Along the ride we’ll stop and highlight creative uses of empty lots. Come on out!
Brilliant Detroit Opens its Doors to Morningside
Last month, we were given the great opportunity to celebrate the grand opening of the new Brilliant Detroit Morningside Community Home!
Progress on Blighted Houses - A Message from the President
Each day I try to drive around several blocks of MorningSide to keep up with current conditions. Lately, I have been encouraged to see the number of formerly vacant houses now being rehabbed.
COVID Cases Highest in 48224
We all want to see our families, our city, and our country get back to normal, but that can’t happen until people start believing public health experts who let us know that the vaccines are safe and effective.
Mayor Mike Duggan makes a surprise visit to Morningside
Over the years, MorningSide has welcomed many guests to our community meetings. But it’s not often that we get a surprise visit from the mayor.
Next Community Meeting: Tuesday, September 14th, 6:30pm, at Three Mile Park
On the agenda, we have a recycling presentation by Michigan Environmental Council, the 5th Precinct NPO, Wayne County Commissioner Tim Killeen, and chats with D4 City Council candidates.
Brilliant Detroit Grand Opening Wednesday August 18th
It’s been years in the making, but despite slowdowns and setbacks – bureaucratic red tape, COVID restrictions, and flooding – Brilliant Detroit is finally able to welcome the community into its beautifully renovated house at 5050 Balfour on Wednesday, August 18 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Cornwall Corridor Community Project – a New Vision for West MorningSide
A key feature of this project is a three-block long planting of corn and perennial native wildflowers on the berms of Cornwall Street between Somerset St. and Barham St. - a literal “Corn Wall on Cornwall”.
A United Community For All - A Message from the President
One of the good things about living in a neighborhood with an active community organization is a sense of belonging. That feeling of “we’re all in this together.”
Why Is This Mess Still Here?
The Red Bow Tie Cleaners on E. Warren at Audubon closed in March, 2020. Water began running from the building since at least January, 2021, creating a mess on E. Warren and serving as a magnet for trash.