Scott Talley

As Patrick Murphy rode his bike across nine states for two charities, he stayed connected to the Detroit Lions. And Monday he returns to Ford Field.

Listening intently to his customers at Hallstarz Business Center led Detroiter Mario Hall to train for the Oct. 19 Detroit Free Press Marathon.

In a turbulent world, the Detroit Children's Museum has consistently empowered kids since 1917. And now it's preparing to welcome the public again.

Wendy Hilliard's Hall of Fame gymnastics journey began in Detroit. And she gives back through her foundation, which has a home in southwest Detroit.

Detroiter Garnett Mims was mentored by community activists like the late Ed Deeb and the late Luther Keith. Now it's his time to lead through deeds.

Alan Mitchell had some "rough" and "tough" moments growing up on Detroit's west side, but that toughness helped to make him a successful Michigan Man.

Patrick Murphy has been devoted to the Lions and helping others for a long time. Both passions will be revealed during his bike ride across the U.S.

When Detroit's Chadsey High School closed in 2009, the school's spirit, including a legacy of togetherness continued through proud "Explorers."

Detroit unveiled an educational park on the city's east side to honor Dr. Ossian Sweet's family.

A library can be located on any "corner," and reading is a never-ending journey, say passionate grassroots literacy advocates in Detroit.