Most people who travel Telegraph Road think of it as just another busy Michigan thoroughfare. Stretching through Monroe, Wayne, and Oakland Counties, the roadway has long served as a vital…
Read More...

Every summer, the streets of Southeast Michigan come alive as classic cars, hot rods, and custom vehicles roll through the Downriver communities. Known as Cruisin’ Downriver -- and sometimes referred…
Read More...

Discover Downriver is proud to welcome Ken Welsch to our family of talented writers. As a lifelong Downriver resident, Ken brings a deep appreciation for the region along with a genuine passion for…
Read More...

Long before there was Downriver — even before there was Michigan — there was Brownstown Township. Back in the simpler days of the 1820s, township boundaries were much simpler, too.After 199…
Read More...

We’re inviting Downriver residents—past and present—to share their stories as guest bloggers for Discover Downriver! Whether you’re into local history, fun facts, hidden gems, or spotlighting…
Read More...

For decades, the Lincoln Park Shopping Center, commonly known as Sears Plaza, was a cornerstone of suburban retail in Downriver, Michigan, especially during the busy Christmas holiday season. Situated…
Read More...

Founded in 2004 by Southgate native Teri Wallace, Wisteria is a female-fronted rock band from the Downriver area with a deep appreciation for classic rock and the artists who shaped generations of…
Read More...

If you’ve been to a Downriver festival, community, or civic event, chances are you’ve run into Jim Jacek! Known as one of Downriver’s true ambassadors, Jim is always ready with a kind word, a big…
Read More...

Category 5 has been taking Downriver by storm for years — and if you’ve ever seen them live, you already know why.
Read More...