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Sneakerhead of State is helping aspiring footwear designers, makers, and customizers transform their passion for sneakers into opportunities for industry exposure, mentorship, and professional growth. For as long as sneaker culture has existed, there have been people who wanted more than the latest release. They wanted to know who designed it. They wanted to understand…
The City of Detroit has officially declared May 27 as Violet T. Lewis Day, recognizing the lasting contributions of the educator, entrepreneur, and civic leader during a ceremony held Wednesday at Pensole Lewis College of Business & Design. A representative from Mayor Mary Sheffield’s office presented the official declaration to Dr. Violet Ponders, Lewis’ granddaughter…
The Detroit Pistons continued their postseason surge Thursday night, defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 107-97 to seize a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Guard Cade Cunningham led Detroit with 25 points and 10 assists, scoring 12 points in the fourth quarter as the Pistons pulled away late. Veteran forward Tobias Harris added 21 points,…
Pensole Lewis College of Business & Design (PLC Detroit) is expanding access to creative education with the launch of the PLC Detroit x adidas x Ruth E. Carter Costume Design program. This free digital learning experience—developed in collaboration with two-time Academy Award-winning and five-time Academy Award–nominated costume designer Ruth E. Carter and adidas—offers a transformative course designed to democratize…
Global pop star Bruno Mars announced 31 new dates for his upcoming “The Romantic Tour,” expanding the 2026 stadium run to nearly 70 shows across North America, Europe, and the United Kingdom. The tour, produced by Live Nation, will be Mars’ first full headlining stadium tour and his first full headline tour in nearly a…
Detroit’s popular Collard Green Cook-Off is set to return for its third year on Saturday, July 26, bringing together chefs, growers, and community members to honor Black culinary traditions and urban farming. The event, hosted by the Detroit is Different Community Group, will take place from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Chandler Park on…
The City of Detroit, in partnership with the Amp Fiddler Estate, will officially unveil “Amp Fiddler Ave.” on Friday, May 16, in tribute to the late musician, producer, and mentor Joseph “Amp” Fiddler. The street naming ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. at the corner of 7 Mile Road and Revere Street in the…
Three local artists will have their work displayed on billboards across Detroit as part of a collaboration between Pensole Lewis College (PLC), AAA—The Auto Club Group (ACG), and the National Black Footwear Forum (BFF). The initiative highlights the winners of the MARKT’D: Art on Canvas program, which took place in September 2024 during the BFF…