Pancakes & Politics News
September 17th, 2022
TEDxDetroit Announces First Wave of Confirmed Speakers for 2022 Event
TEDxDetroit, the premier gathering of leading entrepreneurs, creatives, engineers, educators and artists from Detroit and across Michigan, announces the first group of confirmed speakers who will take to the stage at Detroit’s historic Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday, October 26. TEDxDetroit features the best and brightest minds sharing their passion, insights, … Continued
September 14th, 2022
Chief Justice McCormack to Retire from Michigan Supreme Court
State’s leading jurist leaving behind a legacy of increased accessibility, engagement, efficiency, and independence in the judiciary Today, Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Bridget Mary McCormack notified Gov. Gretchen Whitmer by letter of her plans to retire from the bench no later than December 31, 2022 (but not before November 22). Chief Justice McCormack … Continued
September 14th, 2022
Perspire Sauna Studio Secures Franchise Agreement for First Michigan Location
Perspire Sauna Studio, one of the nation’s fastest-growing infrared and red light therapy (RLT) sauna franchise brands, is expanding its reach into the Detroit market with the announcement of a new location set to open in Rochester in January of 2023. This growth stems from the desire of Rami and Stephanie Ubaydi, two area locals … Continued
September 7th, 2022
Wayne County Ratings Raised to A1 by Moody’s Investors Service Rating Rises From an A3 Standing
Moody’s Investors Services recently upgraded Wayne County’s rating to the status of A1, giving the County a ‘High grade” rating. Moody’s projected outlook for the County has been increased to stable from positive. The ratings upgrade moves the County from an A3, considered Upper Medium Grade. Moody’s ratings assess the creditworthiness of governmental entities including … Continued
September 7th, 2022
CCA Health Michigan Names New Leader in Drive to Improve Care for Michiganders on Medicare, Medicaid
Commonwealth Care Alliance® (CCA), a national multistate healthcare organization with proven expertise in complex care coordination and delivery, has named healthcare industry veteran Brian Keane to lead its Michigan operations. This announcement follows CCA’s majority stake acquisition of Michigan-based Reliance Healthcare and its recent rebranding to CCA Health Michigan. Under Keane’s leadership, CCA Health Michigan … Continued
August 24th, 2022
MOCAD Announces Dr. Charles Boyd and Lynn Arsht Gandhi as Museum Board of Directors Co-Chairs
MOCAD Announces Dr. Charles Boyd and Lynn Arsht Gandhi as Museum Board of Directors Co-Chairs The Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) recently announced the election of Dr. Charles Boyd and Lynn Arsht Gandhi to the positions of Co-Chair of the museum’s Board of Directors. This shared leadership role represents an integral part of MOCAD’s … Continued
August 16th, 2022
Detroit Police Athletic League (PAL) Name Fred Hunter as Next Chief Executive Officer
Detroit Police Athletic League (PAL) tap Fred Hunter as Next Chief Executive Officer Detroit PAL, a non-profit organization positively impacting the lives of children in Detroit since 1969, has announced Fred Hunter as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective today. The announcement was made by Detroit PAL Board President Alan Huddy. In his new … Continued
