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The stories behind some of Detroit’s most notable memorials, monuments, and statues

You’ve likely driven past them, walked in their shadow, or even stepped over some while paying your respects to a loved one.…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Michigan Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument Campus Martius Park, Detroit Unveiled in 1872, this monument is dedicated to Michigan’s sailors and soldiers killed during the Civil War. It was re-dedicated in 2005 following the completion of Campus Martius Plaza and those who died in wars since were also honored.
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What’s going on in metro Detroit this week (May 21-27)

Select events happening in metro Detroit this week. Be sure to check venue websites before all events for the latest information. See…

By Lee DeVito

The Motown Museum celebrates its 40th anniversary with a special performance by the Four Tops.⁠
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Creative cosplay at Motor City Comic Con Spring 2025 [PHOTOS]

Motor City Comic Con returned to the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi this weekend. With a plethora of celebrities, like MCU’s Jeremy…

By Josh Justice

Image: Creative cosplay at Motor City Comic Con Spring 2025 [PHOTOS]
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What’s going on in metro Detroit this week (May 14-20)

Select events happening in metro Detroit this week. Be sure to check venue websites before all events for the latest information. See…

By Lee DeVito

Motor City Comic Con Now in its 35th year, Motor City Comic Con is Michigan’s largest pop culture convention with celebrity guests, cosplay, panels, and other fun fan events. Highlights this year include a special screening of 2009’s searing superhero satire Watchmen hosted by Silk Spectre II actress Malin Åkerman, a live podcast and concert by wrestling legends Jeff and Matt Hardy, and a special appearance by Jeremy Renner (Hawkeye of the Marvel Cinematic Universe), among others. From Friday, May 16-Sunday, May 18 at the Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave., Novi; motorcitycomiccon.com. Hours are noon-7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are available starting at $35 for adults and $5 for children.
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What I learned binge-watching all six ‘Final Destination’ movies

By Jared Rasic, Last Word Features

In the Final Destination series, characters die in freak accidents.

Free Will Astrology (May 21-27)

By Rob Brezsny

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Poignant play takes aim at America’s out-of-control gun violence

By Randiah Camille Green

Soft Target is a new play by Emily Kaczmarek that tackles gun violence in schools through the story of 9-year-old Amanda and her bedroom toys.
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