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Local 4′s Evrod Cassimy holds ‘The Life of James’ live concert, going away fundraiser
Read full article: Local 4′s Evrod Cassimy holds ‘The Life of James’ live concert, going away fundraiserThe concert fundraiser celebrates the release of his new album, “The Life of James” and is being held on Nov. 5 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Emagine Theatre.
‘I wanted to make an impact’: The Lip Bar owner hopes to challenge the way people think about beauty
Read full article: ‘I wanted to make an impact’: The Lip Bar owner hopes to challenge the way people think about beautyMelissa Butler owns The Lip Bar, a makeup company in Detroit. So she started The Lip Bar. It’s a vegan, easy to use cosmetic company that challenges the way people think about beauty. It didn’t take long for The Lip Bar to gain national attention. AdClick here to learn more about The Lip Bar.
Cass Tech, Gucci partner to change cultural expectations
Read full article: Cass Tech, Gucci partner to change cultural expectationsDETROIT – A mega-designer brand is getting some much-needed schooling from Detroit high school students. After a slip-up caused a storm of bad publicity, Gucci partnered with Cass Technical High School for a long-lasting relationship that will change cultural perceptions. In the spring of 2019, the luxury brand Gucci released a sweater that received backlash over its use of blackface. During this time, Gucci looked at Cass Tech in Detroit. AdIt turned into an opportunity for both Gucci and Cass Tech as meetings with students and collaborations have continued through the pandemic.
A new solution to helping kids have fun with science at home
Read full article: A new solution to helping kids have fun with science at homeTo do this, the duo created a fun new experience in a box called The Lab Drawer. The goal of The Lab Drawer is to help kids have fun learning STEAM, or science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. The box is geared to kids aged 10-14 and according to Gabriel and Roberson, it helps kids connect the science they experience every day to scientific principles. Each box, which is delivered monthly and costs $44.99, involves a fun creative activity that kids can do. Besides the subscription, Gabriel and Roberson post fun experiments on their Tik Tok channel that kids can easily follow along at home.
The Triangle Society: How Detroit Cass Tech alums help students overcome challenges
Read full article: The Triangle Society: How Detroit Cass Tech alums help students overcome challengesDETROIT – If you’ve lived in Detroit long enough, chances are you’ve met someone who goes to or graduated from Cass Tech High School. Tucked away on a triangle piece of land is one of the most well-known high schools in all of Detroit. Big names like Shaun Robinson, Loni Love and Big Sean are just a few of the stars who are proud Cass Tech Alumni. “By supporting and encouraging and doing all the things necessary for students to matriculate here at Cass Tech,” said Monique Bryant. Terri and Monique are Cass Tech alumni, class of 1986.
Controversy surfaces surrounding Cass Tech namesake
Read full article: Controversy surfaces surrounding Cass Tech namesakeThe name Cass Tech is synonymous with greatness, but the man in which the school was named after is starting to see his fair share of controversy in 2020. RELATED: Michigan governor: Lansing’s Lewis Cass Building renamed to ‘Elliott-Larsen Building’“Three schools being destroyed by fire one just we wore out. Many aren’t too pleased with the fact that Lewis Cass at one point was a slave owner, like alum Kevin Tolbert. “I think anything other than the Cass Tech Name destroys the brand. Since that time the School Board created and passed a school name change policy and it has not been used by stakeholders to initiate a name change for Cass Tech High School.
Evrod Cassimy partners with Cass Tech High School to showcase students' talents
Read full article: Evrod Cassimy partners with Cass Tech High School to showcase students' talentsDETROIT - Local 4's Evrod Cassimy is partnering with Cass Tech High School in Detroit to showcase the talents of the students. The program, called "Newzic: A Cass Tech Fundraiser," is scheduled for 6 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 15 at Cass Tech. Located in Detroit's Midtown neighborhood, its slogan, "Cass Tech #1, Second To None," defines the excellence demanded of the students. He has an honorary Cass Tech diploma and believes in the vision of the school and students. Evrod partnered with the school in efforts to raise funds, inspire students and support the school's fine arts program.
Evrod Cassimy partners with Cass Tech High School to showcase students talents
Read full article: Evrod Cassimy partners with Cass Tech High School to showcase students talentsDETROIT Local 4's Evrod Cassimy is partnering with Cass Tech High School in Detroit to showcase the talents of the students. The program, called "Newzic: A Cass Tech Fundraiser," is scheduled for 6 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 15 at Cass Tech. Located in Detroit's Midtown neighborhood, its slogan, "Cass Tech #1, Second To None," defines the excellence demanded of the students. He has an honorary Cass Tech diploma and believes in the vision of the school and students. Evrod partnered with the school in efforts to raise funds, inspire students and support the schools fine arts program.
Cass Tech High School closed Tuesday due to busted cooling system, odor
Read full article: Cass Tech High School closed Tuesday due to busted cooling system, odorDETROIT – Cass Tech High School is closed Tuesday due to an odor in the building caused by a broken cooling system pipe. School officials said they also must ensure a "comfortable temperature" with the warmer weather expected Tuesday. "Although maintenance crews have been working to repair the pipe, we cannot ensure a comfortable temperature with warmer weather expected and need additional time to remove the school's odor. Therefore, school will be cancelled today. We will update families, students and staff on the status of school later today," reads a statement from Chrystal Wilson, a spokeswoman for Detroit Public Schools Community District.
Detroit City FC shuts out new cross-town rival Michigan Stars, 3-0
Read full article: Detroit City FC shuts out new cross-town rival Michigan Stars, 3-0DETROIT – Detroit City FC hosted the Michigan Stars Friday night in front of a record crowd at Cass Tech High School with 2,641 in attendance. Myers came up with the third goal of the night in the 40th minute off a throw-in by Cyrus Saydee. Full Screen 1 / 28Next game:Detroit City FC will host another new Michigan team, Lansing United, at Cass Tech High School at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 23. Lansing United's coach Eric Rudland's first game of their inaugural season ended in a tie Friday night against Indiana Fire. Lansing will face the Michigan Stars on Sunday to see if they can bring their points up to 4 in the season with Detroit City leading the pack with 6 points and a 2-0-0 record.