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[Detroit Documenters @DetDocumenters]

Hey hey, Detroit. New year, new moves!

We'll be spending more time over on Bluesky moving forward. Find and follow us at @ https://t.co/9xZYScApyS

See you there! 👋

[Detroit Documenters @DetDocumenters]

We were so blessed to get to work with @HerbergRadio over the last year. But here's to fun new adventures!

[Laura Herberg @HerbergRadio]

Today is my last day as Civic Life Reporter at @media_outlier. I'd like to take this opportunity to share with you some of my favorite pieces I worked on while at this nonprofit, service-oriented journalism outlet. 🧵1/8

[Detroit Documenters @DetDocumenters]

Board of Police Commissioners live reporting happening now, over on Bluesky! ⤵️

https://t.co/awFIPg7Mjh

[Outlier Media is on Bluesky @media_outlier]

We’ve all had bad days, and we’ve all had one of THEM days.

“One of Them Days” starring Keke Palmer and SZA explores Black friendships and hustle culture. We spoke with director and Detroit’s own @LawrenceLamont to discuss his vision. #OneOfThemDays

https://t.co/sFYM0Q6Ssf

[Malachi Barrett @PolarBarrett]

Board of Ethics postpones hearing on investigation into allegations against Antoine Bryant to determine whether his departure from the city avoids their jurisdiction. The board also fired general counsel provided by the city's law department, citing personality issues.

[Lynelle @AnndWhat]

I'm not even bout to wait to drop these flyers cuz I'm excited! You know I love orientation, and it's only 4x a year! This is such a great time to rock with @DetDocumenters! Find out why at our community of practice on the 30th. Get trained to take paid assignments on Feb. 6. 💛

[Detroit Documenters @DetDocumenters]

Live reporting on tonight’s DPSCD School Board meeting is happening now, over on Bluesky. ⤵️

https://t.co/fKaWkYYTQo

[Bhx @BhxDetroit]

Hello! I’ll be live tweeting the Detroit City Council meeting at 10am for #DETDocumenters. Media Partners: @DetDocumenters media partners: @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @Michigan_Public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit

[Outlier Media is on Bluesky @media_outlier]

State of the world got you down? Think it’s time to get more involved in your community or a cause? We the People MI’s Kamau Jawara lends us some tips.

Time for a little Activism 101:
https://t.co/NNh5PuQoPi

[Detroit Documenters @DetDocumenters]

Tonight's Detroit Board of Police Commissioners meeting will be live-reported over on Bluesky. Follow along at 6:30 p.m., and see you there! ⤵️

https://t.co/XCZTimEy42

[Ashley Williams @williams_ashsue]

I am covering today’s @smart_movesus Sounding Board meeting for #DETdocumenters @ 5PM. Follow for LIVE updates!

@DetDocumenters media partners:
@BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes
@michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit

[Detroit Documenters @DetDocumenters]

Happening now! ⤵️

[Perry Sylvester @PerrySylvester6]

Hey Detroit, happy '25--tomorrow 1/8 at 1 PM I live tweet the DWIHN Compliance Committee meeting for #DETDocumenter @DetDocumenters & media partners
@BridgeDet313
@chalkbeatDET
@freep
@metrotimes
@michigan_public
@PlanetDetroit
@wdet
@wxyzdetroit

[Detroit Documenters @DetDocumenters]

Start the year with connection and collaboration! Become a Detroit Documenter, apply to work at Outlier, or join The Outlier Collective for exclusive events and training opportunities.

Get Involved: https://t.co/wUMZlOVMCW

[Detroit Documenters @DetDocumenters]

We were wondering who organized this group of public commenters today at City Council. Hat-tip to @PolarBarrett for the answer!

[Malachi Barrett @PolarBarrett]

Also among this group is Anita Martin, who plans to run against Gabriela Santiago-Romero in D6.

[Nachum Eichenhorn @NachumDetroit]

Hello #Detroit !

I will be live tweeting the Detroit City Council meeting today at 10am for #DetroitDocumenters @DetDocumenters media partners: @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @media_outlier @metrotimes @MichiganRadio @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit

[Detroit Documenters @DetDocumenters]

First live reporting of the year! 🥳

[Follow DetroitJCS (Elsewhere) @DetroitJCS]

Hello #Detroit !!! Today at 2 p.m. I am covering the Continuum of Care, Board of Directors meeting for
@DetDocumenters & media partners:
@BridgeDet313
@chalkbeatDET
@freep
@media_outlier
@metrotimes
@michigan_public
@PlanetDetroit
@wdet
@wxyzdetroit @media_outlier

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[Outlier Media is on Bluesky @media_outlier]

STAFF PICKS: @AandWhat

3️⃣ Anyone can give public comment at an open government meeting. It’s easy, but there are a few things to know about your rights and tips that can help you make the most of your public comment.

https://t.co/ntFBKmDv3X

[Outlier Media is on Bluesky @media_outlier]

We came, we saw and we reported.

From holding officials accountable to housing struggles and some hard-won victories, these are the Outlier stories that reflected Detroit in 2024.

📖 Take a trip down memory lane: https://t.co/QgCScqzfO1

[Heather P In The D! @HeatherPInTheD]

Hello #Detroit !!This morning @10am I am covering DHC, Board of Commissioners meeting for @DetDocumenters & media partners: @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @media_outlier @metrotimes @MichiganRadio @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit .