07.07.08
Posted in Business, The Web, Michigan, News, Detroit, Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti, Economy, Grand Rapids at 10:43 am by Tim
Featuring “daily reports on job growth and development in Southeast Michigan, from Detroit to Ann Arbor,” metromode remains one of the most compelling Michigan-focused Web sites going. As such, I’ve selected it as my “Arresting Site of the Month” for July. Packed with resources for those living in or doing business in Michigan, and/or for those thinking of moving here and doing the same, the site is updated with daily reports on job growth and development in the region, and a free weekly e-magazine goes out to subscribers every Thursday. Detroit-based Issue Media Group publishers Brian J. Boyle and Paul Schutt and their fine staff offer a slate of enticing articles and features, such as this recent piece on a green project involving 22 students from Cass Technical High School, and they spotlight growth areas and companies that merit your attention. Also check out its video section, where you’ll find nuggets like the piece about Moo Moo’s healthy food.
All in all, it’s a pleasure to read hopeful news about our state. There is a bonus with this month’s “Arresting” award, as Issue Media Group also publishes — among others — Model D, which zeroes in on the city of Detroit, in addition to Rapid Growth, which showcases Grand Rapids, and Capital Gains, a look at developments in and around Lansing.
Note: Nominations for August are due on Monday, July 28, and I’ll announce the winner on Monday, August 4. Thanks for your participation.
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06.05.08
Posted in Arts & Entertainment, Sports, TV, Michigan, News, Video, Detroit at 10:35 am by Tim
The culmination of another superb campaign, last night’s Game 6 victory (watch highlights) in Pittsburgh further solidifies the place of the Detroit Red Wings in hockey’s pantheon. Four Stanley Cup championships in 11 years is a remarkable accomplishment. The Wings’ playoff run was bittersweet for me, as my father — a big hockey fan, who started taking me to games at Olympia Stadium when I was very young — passed away last month. Even so, I know Dad was there in spirit, and I’m glad Nick Lidstrom was able to hoist Lord Stanley’s vaunted trophy, the first European captain in NHL history to do so. It was a nice touch when he presented veteran Dallas Drake with the peerless trophy next. Congratulations, fellas, and here’s to a repeat next season.
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06.02.08
Posted in Michigan, News, Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti at 11:38 am by Tim
I’ve written about her in the past, and with good reason. Chronicling the “Great People, Great Stories” of our state, Celeste Whiting pens the marvelous Our Michigan, which I’ve chosen as June’s “Arresting Blog of the Month.” In recent posts, Whiting, a self-described small business owner, educator, writer, and photographer based in Ann Arbor, has discussed such far-flung topics as political life in Michigan, LGBT life in Michigan, how and why to take a “media holiday,” and the Dalai Lama. In addition to her insightful commentary, Whiting offers a trove of links to organizations across the state and to Michigan news online, the rich ”Signs of Hope” and “Blogs, Michigan” sections, and more.
It’s comforting to know that Whiting is carefully watching developments — both good and bad — throughout the state. She’s a perfect example of the creative, keen-eyed talent I keep saying lives here, and it’s my hope she’ll continue writing Our Michigan long into the future, and contributing to the ongoing conversation of how, together, we can right the Michigan ship.
Note: Nominations for the July “Arresting Site or Blog of the Month” award are due on Monday, June 30. I’ll announce the winner on Monday, July 7. Please learn more about the nominating guidelines. Thanks.
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05.05.08
Posted in Michigan, News, Environment, Volunteering, Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti, Great Outdoors at 10:53 pm by Tim
My wife, Mary Potts, (who took these lovely photos – click on any of the thumbnails for larger versions) and I attended the groundbreaking ceremony last Friday, May 2, for the new Growing Hope Center, located at 922 West Michigan Avenue in magnificent Ypsilanti, Michigan. Note: Three of the above images are bonus shots from Growing Hope’s Frog Island Community Garden.
Quite a well attended event, too. Ypsilanti mayor Paul Schreiber addressed the crowd, as did Andy LaBarre from U.S. Representative John Dingell’s office. Growing Hope Executive Director Amanda Edmonds and her staff have taken the next step in a program that continues to blossom in the community.
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Posted in Business, Michigan, News, Video at 12:34 pm by Tim
Thanks to those of you who submitted nominations for the inaugural “Arresting Site or Blog of the Month” award, and I’m pleased to announce the winner for May: Michigan Innovators. I first ran across this terrific online destination last summer, which dovetails perfectly with the spirit of this blog, wherein I look to spotlight Michiganders who display creative zeal. Bud Gibson is doing just that. Along with Diana Wong – who now is in an advisory role – Gibson founded the site in June of 2007, and has compiled an impressive archive of video interviews with business and community leaders across the state, including MicroMax’s Rachel McCormack, the Ann Arbor Film Festival’s Donald Harrison, Metro Parent’s Read the rest of this entry »
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04.23.08
Posted in The Web, Michigan, News at 4:03 pm by Tim
…so send ‘em in. I’ll announce the winner of the inaugural award on Monday, May 5. First you’ve heard about this feature on The Pulice Report? Learn more.
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04.16.08
Posted in The Web, Michigan, News at 2:10 pm by Tim
My press release on the inaugural “Arresting Site or Blog of the Month” award, which I’ll give out on May 5, ran this morning on PRWeb. Also feel free to read the original post from earlier this week. Let the nominations roll in. UPDATE (11am): Thanks to Andy McFarlane at Absolute Michigan for the extra publicity this morning on his amazing site.
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04.14.08
Posted in The Web, Michigan, News at 7:29 pm by Tim
I’m pleased to annnounce that a new feature will appear in The Pulice Report, beginning in May: “Arresting Site or Blog of the Month.” (Couldn’t resist that play on words) I’m doing so to help deserving online destinations generate publicity and increase traffic, and I’ll award Web sites and blogs that, like The Pulice Report, have a Michigan theme or connection. Note that I’m the sole judge and jury, so the pressure is on…me. Other criteria include content, layout, timeliness, and wit.
Nominations for May are due on Monday, April 28, and I’ll reveal the inaugural “Arresting Site or Blog of the Month” award winner on Monday, May 5. Sorry, no cash or prizes are involved, but it’s difficult to put a price on extra attention, isn’t it?! I’ll present future winners on the first Monday of each month, with nominations due one week prior. Please e-mail nominations, with 50 words or less on all the great things readers should know about your site or blog. Good luck, and thanks in advance for participating. Read the full press release.
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04.09.08
Posted in Technology, The Web, News at 4:58 pm by Tim
It’s always one of my favorite events of the year: The Webby Awards. Nominations were announced on Tuesday, and the list holds a trove of worthy contenders in categories that range from Art to Youth. There are plenty of familiar faces represented but, as usual, lots of new, rich offerings. I loved visiting Type City and leafing through The Footprint Chronicles. I’m keeping an eye out for nominees with a Michigan connection, so please let me know if you spot one. Enjoy and explore.
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04.03.08
Posted in Technology, Michigan, News, Volunteering, Detroit, Radio at 1:20 am by Tim
Connecting the blind and print-imparied with vital information, the Detroit Radio Information Service continues to do magnificent work in the community. Volunteers read newspapers, magazines, and other material to listeners who hear the broadcast over special radio receivers that tune in this sub-channel of WDET-FM, Detroit Public Radio. I was a volunteer DRIS reader myself, and later was lucky enough to work as Volunteer Coordinator, where I met a host of wonderful people, including longtime director, Kim Walsh. The organization is celebrating 30 years of “Audio Information Excellence” in 2008, so consider supporting this important service by making a donation today.
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