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Education

Detroit Parent Answers: Can my child attend a suburban school? What metro Detroit parents should know about school of choice

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If you’ve ever driven past a suburban school district and wondered, "Could my child go there instead?" You’re not alone. Many metro Detroit parents...
Indoors

Play all day in metro Detroit: Inside Rochester Play! indoor playground

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Looking for a place where kids can burn energy and parents can actually relax? Rochester Play! in downtown Rochester offers a bright, active indoor...
Advice

What does “choppleganger” mean? The Gen Alpha slang term parents are starting to hear

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If your child has recently called someone a “choppleganger,” or you’ve overheard the word floating around on TikTok, YouTube or in group chats,  you’re...
Lifestyle

Where does Michigan rank for raising a family in 2026?

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In WalletHub’s 2026 Best and Worst States to Raise a Family report, Michigan ranked 35th out of 50 states, landing slightly below the national...
Guides

Why you should add Detroit’s East Village to your 2026 list of things to do with your kids

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Less than a dozen miles from downtown Detroit, East Village is quickly becoming one of the city’s most exciting neighborhoods for families to explore....
Outdoors

A national survey shows why metro Detroit families love their parks

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Weekends in metro Detroit are no strangers to packed soccer fields, full walking loops and families filling city green spaces. A new national survey...
Guides

Fun ways kids can celebrate New Year’s in Detroit

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Little ones don’t have to wait until midnight to celebrate New Year’s Eve. Across metro Detroit, museums, libraries and community spaces offer fun, family-friendly...
Advice

Keeping your family safe: Michigan’s most dangerous intersections to watch

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Keeping your family safe on Michigan roads starts with awareness and intentional driving habits. Michigan Auto Law recently released its 2024 list identifying the...
Family health & wellness

How Michigan’s McKenna Schummer’s legacy is spreading joy to kids in hospitals nationwide

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When McKenna Schummer, of Davison, Michigan, was diagnosed with bone cancer at age 10, she faced long hospital stays filled with treatments, uncertainty and...
Parenting

How Detroit’s Gwen Thomas is helping local students have debt-free, purpose-driven futures

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College affordability is one of the biggest stressors facing metro Detroit families today — but for Detroit resident Gwen Thomas, it’s a challenge families...
Advice

Where metro Detroit families can find free food and support during the federal shutdown

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As the federal shutdown continues, many Detroit families, including furloughed federal workers and those who rely on SNAP benefits, are facing growing uncertainty. Detroit...
Guides

Where to experience Oktoberfest in Metro Detroit, including ‘Little Bavaria’ and Detroit’s Fall Beer Festival 

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Oktoberfest isn’t just for beer lovers, it’s a tradition that can be fun for the whole family! Whether you want to introduce your kids...
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