Detroit is My Home

19
Nov

Time to talk turkey!

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

I’m looking forward to a hearty Thanksgiving meal, with turkey and gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and corn, then sitting down for a good game of football.

For a gourmet touch, we’ll stir in some fresh chives or parsley to the mashed potatoes, or maybe some grated cheese and sour cream for a creamy, cheesy taste.

And for dessert? Pumpkin pie, of course. In my opinion, the best recipe is the simplest - the one on the Libby’s label.

What are you most looking forward to this Thanksgiving?

19
Nov

Carr retires

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

After 13 years, Lloyd Carr is stepping down as U-M Wolverines coach. He will make an official announcement at 10 a.m. today at a news conference.

We’ve had some great championship moments with him and he has certainly led the team with integrity and pride, but at this time I think the team is ready for a fresh leader and a new direction. College football has changed a lot since he stood at Bo’s shoulder and learned from him, but Carr has failed to adapt to the changes. It’s time for someone new. It’s time to start winning the national championship. It’s time to stop losing to Ohio State.

18
Nov

Detroit declared “most dangerous” city

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

I was disappointed to read this story saying that a much-debated and highly controversial study has ranked Detroit the most dangerous city, bumping St. Louis. It is important to note, however, the numbers don’t tell the whole story. The rankings don’t take into account the differences among cities, such as the variables that mold crime in the various cities. It simply takes the numbers and compares them to other cities.

And what’s worse, it’s not even a complete study — major cities like Chicago and Minneapolis, as well as other Illinois and Minnesota cities, were excluded because of “incomplete data”.

No place is completely safe, but it’s unfortunate that this study is going to show as another blemish on an already tarnished reputation. What do you think — has Detroit gotten more dangerous? I find it hard to believe with all the money that is being poured into the city and new companies moving their facilities to the city, that it is as dangerous as some might want to believe.

And for what it’s worth, St. Louis’ crime score was only one point lower than Detroit, hence Detroit received the ranking.

18
Nov

Make your parade plans now!

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

2007 marks the 81st anniversary of America’s Thanksgiving Parade, one of the largest and most spectacular parades in the nation! A holiday tradition that dates back to 1924, the parade has captured the imaginations of millions of children and their families for generations.

The best place to watch the parade in person is from the Official Grandstand Seats. Seating will be located at step-off, Foxtown, Grand Circus Park and along Merchants Row (TV-Zone). Grandstand tickets are on sale now on The Parade Company website or by phone at (313) 923-7402.

17
Nov

Go Blue!

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

#7 Ohio State at #23 Michigan

Noon EST Saturday, Nov. 17

Michigan Stadium

ABC Television

17
Nov

Grazing on groceries

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

Last night’s errand running brought us to Costco, among other places. Costco might not be the best place to go when you’ve been out all day and hungry. But Costco is the place you want to go on a Friday night when you want to go grazing. The friendly sample people were staked out at various aisles in the food section, displaying their wares and talking them up. We tried the hummus and pita chips (yum), prosciutto (double yum), vitamin water (a nice way to wash down those samples), and crab cakes (really delicious but pricey) before completely ruining our appetites for dinner. But it was well worth it, and didn’t stop us from pulling in to Starbucks on the way home for a quick caffeine fix.

16
Nov

Plan your shopping spree

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

Channel 7 is offering a sneak peek at all those Black Friday and beyond shopping deals. Click here for all the steals & deals, including store websites.

16
Nov

Skate Detroit

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

It’s beginning to feel a lot like winter! As the temperatures keep dipping, I’m not surprised to see that Campus Martius opens at 9 pm tonight, and a tree lighting is scheduled from 5 pm-midnight. The rink opens today, too. If you work in the city, take some time to pop over to the rink and watch the skaters. You can even get some work done while you take in the sights - the park is a wireless hot spot!

Details: (313) 963-9393

16
Nov

Oprah Winfrey Presents “The Color Purple”

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

Detroit will host the first North American Touring production of THE COLOR PURPLE for 16 performances, May 20 through June 1.

The first North American Tour is produced by Oprah Winfrey, Scott Sanders, Roy Furman, Quincy Jones, Creative Battery, Anna Fantaci & Cheryl Lachowicz, Independent Presenters Network, Lowy Family Group, Stephanie McClelland, Gary Winnick, Jan Kallish, Nederlander Presentations, Inc., Bob and Harvey Weinstein, Andrew Asnes & Adam Zotovich and Todd Johnson.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. today! For tickets or more information, visit Olympia Entertainment.

15
Nov

Dancing with the Stars is coming to town

Author: Teresa, Category: Uncategorized

Dancing With The Stars, ABC’s #1 rated unscripted show, produced by BBC Worldwide, is hitting the road again and bringing its most popular team of stars and professional dancers from the show’s first five seasons to 37 cities throughout North America.The dance floor will heat up at Joe Louis Arena at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008. The third cast of Dancing With The Stars - The Tour features an ensemble of the show’s most popular competitors including season five’s Wayne Newton with Cheryl Burke and Sabrina Bryan with Mark Ballas and season three’s Joey Lawrence with Edyta Sliwinska and Monique Coleman with Alex Mazo, as well as professional dancers Derek Hough, Brian Fortuna and Kym Johnson. Dances choreographed by Louis Van Amstel.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at OlympiaEntertainment.com, the Joe Louis Arena and Fox Theatre box offices, Hockeytown Authentics in Troy (without service charge) and at all Ticketmaster locations. To charge tickets by phone, call (248) 645-6666. For additional information, call (313) 471-6611.