8 adoptable metro Detroit animals, including this 142 lbs. Newfoundland named Kobe

Why spend thousands of dollars on a purebred dog when you could adopt a furry friend for a fraction of that price? The…

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NAME: Kobe GENDER: Male BREED: Newfoundland AGE: 3 years WEIGHT: 142 pounds SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: None REASON I CAME TO MHS: Owner surrender LOCATION: Mackey Center for Animal Care in Detroit ID NUMBER: 867329
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10 TV shows you may not have realized were set in metro Detroit

For years screenwriters have set their sights on metro Detroit as the backdrop to their laugh tracks and sitcom hilarity. From Mount…

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Freaks and Geeks (1999-2000) You’d have to have missed this show completely to not know it’s from Detroit, given the show’s references to Michigan including Farmer Jack's, The Rusty Nail bar in Clinton Twp., and Cobo. The show, written by Mount Clemens native Paul Feig, takes place in the fictional Detroit suburb of Chippewa. Though shot in California, the crew reportedly tried to give the series a “drab” look by using gray tones and shooting indoors when possible. Photo and video courtesy of YouTube
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Metro Detroit's best restaurants of 2018, as chosen by our readers

The results are in for the 2018 Best of Detroit reader's poll and you, the readers, didn't hold back from letting us…

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Best New Restaurant (Detroit) Lady of the House Detroit, 1426 Bagley Ave., 313-818-0218 ladyofthehousedetroit.com Photo via Ladyofthehouse/Instagram
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All the divine weirdos we saw during John Waters' birthday blowout

We don't know why the "Pope of Trash" insists on celebrating his birthday in Detroit as he has for the past three…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: All the divine weirdos we saw during John Waters' birthday blowout
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31 excellent under-the-radar metro Detroit restaurants

Photos by Tom Perkins except where noted.

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Antonio's Coney Island; 2896 Washtenaw Ave., Ypsilanti - Honduran food is one of the world's most underrated cuisines, and there's no better place to find its stews, pupusas, and enchiladas that make it special than at Antonio's in Ypsilanti.
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18 delectable Detroit happy hour deals

The 9 to 5 grind getting you down? We get it. The struggle is real but thankfully it doesn't have to be really…

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The Keep 140 Cadillac Square; 313-223-2626 Photo via Instagram, takeamegabite $2 Miller High Lifes and $2 off classic cocktails like the Tom Collins, Bees Knees, and Sidecar.
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10 Michigan Airbnb rentals worthy of your next vacation

Let’s be honest — you’ve been dreaming of a getaway long before winter reared her ugly head nearly six months ago. Whether…

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 Kardashian Kove: River Morris Estate 24 guests, 6 bedrooms, 6 beds, 6 baths $1,650 per night Forget Keeping Up With The Kardashians — how about living like one! This is one hell of an estate and ups the ante on living the suite life. The historic 16,000 sqft estate in Niles, MI was built by E.M Morris who believed in reforestation and planted hundreds of thousands of trees on over 500 acres, the working farm provides a rural, secluded retreat just minutes from stores, shopping, dining, and Lake Michigan beaches and wineries. Sophistication at its finest, the property includes a riverfront patio, campfire pavillion, and a stocked basement full of arcade games, pinball, and toys.
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20 must-see Michigan-made music festivals

Bands will make her dance — wristbands that is. Music festival season is underway and Michigan is home to a whole mess…

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 Faster Horses Festival Michigan International Speedway: 12626 U.S. Highway 12, Brooklyn July 20-22 Country fans saddle up - Michigan’s three day festival for country music is back. Guests dressed in Daisy Dukes and cowboy boots will see a lineup featuring Blake Shelton, Brantley Gilbert, Brooks & Dunn, Florida Georgia Line, among others. Festival passes are available for $199 with camping passes sold separately. Photo via MT File
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All the sexy people we found at the Suicide Girls Blackheart Burlesque show at The Majestic Theatre

The Suicide Girls need no introduction. They returned on Thursday with their Blackheart Burlesque show at The Majestic. Check out all the…

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Image: All the sexy people we found at the Suicide Girls Blackheart Burlesque show at The Majestic Theatre
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9 adoptable pets in metro Detroit, including a rabbit named Marshmallow Fluff

Why spend thousands of dollars on a purebred dog when you could adopt a furry friend for a fraction of that price? The…

By Metro Times editorial staff

All photos via Michigan Humane Society
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All the artists we saw at the Venus Rising Art Show

Tangent Gallery’s annual Venus Rising Art Show celebrated its sixth year with dozens of women artists who explored an array of artistic…

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Image: All the artists we saw at the Venus Rising Art Show
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16 vintage Detroit TV commercials you might not remember

There once was a time where skipping commercials between programs wasn't an option. But back in the day, you wouldn't dare skip…

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Mel Farr Superstar: "And they cannot fly either!" Though born in Texas, Farr played for the Detroit Lions, then retired from football and acquired a Ford Motor Company dealership. Though his business failed in 2002, he's still well-remembered for the commercials that cast him as a cape-wearing superhero flying over the city. Video and photo courtesy of YouTube.
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17 alternative yoga classes in metro Detroit

As the greatest cinematic guru once said — "Train yourself to let go of everything you fear to lose." We don't know exactly what…

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Sailor's Mouth Yoga Peace, tranquility, and namaste. You know what? Fuck this shit. Led by a foul-mouthed teacher, Sailor’s mouth yoga invites all to swear, drink, and stretch the fuck out because shit sucks. PJ’s Lager House, 1254 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-961-4668; PJsLagerhouse.com Photo via RageYoga.com
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7 pets with Detroit Tigers stripes ready to adopt from the Michigan Humane Society

Why spend thousands of dollars on a purebred dog when you could adopt a furry friend for a fraction of that price?…

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NAME: Pepper GENDER: Female BREED: Domestic Short Hair AGE: 1 year, 7 months WEIGHT: 6 pounds SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: May prefer a home without children REASON I CAME TO MHS: Agency transfer LOCATION: Berman Center for Animal Care in Westland ID NUMBER: 865890
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17 female musicians from metro Detroit you need to be listening to right now

OK — so there are way more than these 17 sonic sirens hailing from Detroit and beyond. But we think this list…

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Tiny Jag Detroit’s own trap diva, Tiny Jag is just skimming the surface of her greatness. Take her single “Uh Yut” for example. Or better yet, watch the video. With grit, grime, and all around fabulousness, Tiny Jag is destined to be trap royalty. Photo via Instagram / @tinyjag
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Everyone we saw at Drinks x Design at Design Core Detroit

April 12, 2018 Photos by Jordan Buzzy

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Image: Everyone we saw at Drinks x Design at Design Core Detroit
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20 of metro Detroit's best bathrooms for selfies

We've all done it — the lighting is off-the-hook flattering and it's been a few days since you've posted to your Instagram.…

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 The Whitney 4421 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-832-5700 Photo via Instagram/ @Lauren_champlin
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33 photos of Ty Segall rocking at The Majestic Theater

Ty Segall did his thing in front of a packed house at The Majestic Theater on Tuesday. Check out photos from his…

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Image: 33 photos of Ty Segall rocking at The Majestic Theater
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34 photos from FestiFools 2018 in Ann Arbor

FestiFools paraded through Ann Arbor on Sunday, April 8.April 8, 2018 Photos by Jordan Buzzy

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Image: 34 photos from FestiFools 2018 in Ann Arbor
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48 photos the Loving Touch's punk tribute night and Class of '98 at the Magic Bag

On Saturday night Ferndale's Loving Touch hosted a punk band tribute night with the Whoremones (Ramones), Blond-E (Blondie), and Fabulous Disaster (Sex…

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Image: 48 photos the Loving Touch's punk tribute night and Class of '98 at the Magic Bag
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70 photos from Ann Arbor's Hash Bash 2018

Everyone we saw at the 47th annual Hash Bash marijuana rally and Monroe Street Fair in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 7.April…

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Image: 70 photos from Ann Arbor's Hash Bash 2018
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32 photos from Red Bull House of Art's first Resident Artist opening

Red Bull House of Art's first Resident Artist opening featured work by Dominican-American artists Joiri Minaya, Lucia Hierro, and Gina Goico.April 6,…

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Image: 32 photos from Red Bull House of Art's first Resident Artist opening
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45 photos from Global Friday at the Arab American National Museum

The Arab American National Museum had it all going down on Friday. First up was the AANM Book & Print Festival, followed…

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Image: 45 photos from Global Friday at the Arab American National Museum
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8 fluffy friends available to adopt at the Michigan Humane Society

Why spend thousands of dollars on a purebred dog when you could adopt a furry friend for a fraction of that price?…

By Metro Times editorial staff

NAME: Fee GENDER: Male BREED: Siberian Husky AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 36 pounds SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Prefers a home with no cats REASON I CAME TO MHS: Agency transfer LOCATION: Berman Center for Animal Care in Westland ID NUMBER: 866327
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23 Michigan pothole memes because the struggle is real

Have you ever been to the Grand Canyon? If not, look no further than the next best thing. Mound Road! Or maybe…

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Irony... can we fill potholes with irony?
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16 of the best weekly dining deals in metro Detroit

  Don't let consumption consume your wallet. From 1/2 off sliders to $2 slices, there are plenty of dining discounts in metro…

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 POP + Offworld Arcade — ½ off pizza on Mondays 128 Cadillac Square, Detroit; 313-961-9249 A good day to get some gaming in. If you’d prefer to go out and game another day, consider Tuesday, when Offworld hosts a $2 takeover that includes pizza slices, well drinks, and Stroh's.
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Photos from Wolf Alice's show at the Shelter

Wolf Alice played to a sold-out crowd at the Shelter in Detroit. The Big Pink opened the show. March 31, 2018 Photos by Mike…

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Image: Photos from Wolf Alice's show at the Shelter
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All the Detroit Tigers fans we saw at Opening Day

Detroit Tigers Opening Day, Friday, March 31, 2018. Photos by Jay Jurma.

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Image: All the Detroit Tigers fans we saw at Opening Day
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8 adoptable Detroit pets, including this ridiculously adorable bulldog named Jinn

Why spend thousands of dollars on a purebred dog when you could adopt a furry friend for a fraction of that price?…

By Metro Times editorial staff

NAME: Jinn GENDER: Male BREED: American Bulldog AGE: 2 years WEIGHT: 56 pounds SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Prefers large dogs over small dogs REASON I CAME TO MHS: Owner surrender LOCATION: Petco of Sterling Heights ID NUMBER: 864881
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Photos from the 'Roxanne Roxanne' premiere at Royal Oak Emagine

Photos by Dontae Rockymore.

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: Photos from the 'Roxanne Roxanne' premiere at Royal Oak Emagine
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