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Michigan farmers are facing rising costs for essentials like fuel and fertilizer, even as crop prices increase. Zacharda Farms II manager, Mark Zacharda, joins Robyn Vincent on The Metro to discuss how farmers are dealing with rising expenses. Listen to the full conversation at WDET.org/the-metro

Detroit has techno. Chicago has house music. But is the rivalry between these two iconic music scenes real? In the latest CuriosiD, WDET's Bre'Anna Tinsley explores the origins of house and techno through a special collaboration with @wbez.org See more at WDET.org/CuriosiD

After 34 years at WDET, Wayne State University takes a look back at the career and legacy of longtime News Director Jerome Vaughn. Read more: https://alumni.wayne.edu/news/cfpca-alumnus-and-voice-of-detroit-retires-after-three-decade-broadcast-journalism-career-70412

After defeating Shri Thanedar in the Democratic primary, what's next for Donavan McKinney? He joins The Metro to discuss his priorities for Congress and bringing more humanity to politics. https://wdet.org/2026/10/20/the-metro-donavan-mckinney-hopes-to-inject-more-humanity-in-politics/

Detroiters built a grocery store to own themselves. Its president says a lot of the shoppers keeping it open come from outside the city. @thenomadicheart.bsky.social asked her the tough question: is it serving the community it was built for? 🎧️ Listen: wdet.org/2026/09/23/t...

What do you think about the plan to redevelop the RenCen? Bedrock’s CEO makes the case for it on The Metro, Tuesday at 10 a.m. ☎️ Call in during the show: 313-577-1019 🎧 Tune in at wdet.org or 101.9 FM

We did it, Detroit!! WDET’s Fall Fundraiser is officially over, and thanks to you, we reached our goal! To everyone who gave and tuned in along the way: Thank you for showing up for Detroit public radio. Our independence depends on you, and you came through. ❤️ wdet.org/give

Our livestream is temporarily down, but we’re still live on 101.9 FM. We’re working to fix the issue. Our Fall Fundraiser ends today. You can still give at wdet.org/give.

Thanks to Metro Times for taking a closer look at WDET, the challenges facing public media and why local, independent radio matters.

Some people go for the rides. Some go for the monster trucks. Some of us just want to see what an unreasonable amount of butter can become. Spoiler: It’s the butter cow. 🧈🐄 The Michigan State Fair returns to Novi this Labor Day weekend. wdet.org/2026/09/03/m...

A Detroit street now bears the name of the late Imam Abdullah El-Amin, honoring a legacy of faith, service and community building. buff.ly/bZdVWiG

The City of Warren has planted its first microforest to increase the tree canopy and greenspaces in the city. buff.ly/AzBi3ia

As a listener-supported public radio station, we’re accountable to our community. Your voice helps us understand what you’d like to hear more of and where we can do better. Have your voice heard by taking our annual listener survey and help shape the future of WDET. buff.ly/mmUsgH2

Dolly Parton, the Queen of Country, has died at the age of 80. In tribute, WDET revisits Ann Delisi's 2021 interview with the late music icon. buff.ly/COHo8wc

Lathrup Village is planning its first city arboretum as part of a larger effort to keep mature trees healthy and teach residents the importance that trees play in a community. buff.ly/fy2a3qW

Each year, scientists from Michigan State University take a census of tree seedlings in Manistee National Forest. This year's census predicts Michigan's growing season will become warmer and wetter, changing which species of trees thrive. buff.ly/DBfoo8k

Warren, Murphy, Heinrich, Welch — four sitting senators endorsed @mallorymcmorrow.bsky.social. She suspended a month before the primary and still drew 60,000+ votes. @thenomadicheart.bsky.social asked if she was pushed. Her answer's clear. buff.ly/fV8k8xi

Motown legend Martha Reeves tells WDET she's hit a "new level" with her first new record in two decades. buff.ly/VCHUyJH

Residents of Delray didn’t want the Gordie Howe Bridge to be built there. Now that its built, will the bridge benefit them? University of Michigan-Dearborn sociologist Paul Draus joins The Metro to share how residents near the bridge have been affected by its construction. buff.ly/Gk9xkyS

Little Traverse Conservancy plans to purchase 160 acres of forest near Harbor Springs to create a wildlife corridor with walking trails. buff.ly/u5W49zV

Jerome Vaughn came to WDET as an intern. On his final day on air, the longtime News Director and Michigan Journalism Hall of Famer talks with The Metro about the stories that shaped him — and the newsroom he built. buff.ly/MmwCksX

After 34 years of telling Detroit’s stories, WDET News Director Jerome Vaughn is retiring. Jerome has built a legacy through both his journalism and his mentorship of the next generation. Jerome’s final broadcast will Aug. 17, on All Things Considered – Detroit from 3-7 p.m. buff.ly/EnhsRBN

He lost Michigan's three biggest counties and won the Democratic Senate primary anyway. Stevens took Wayne and Detroit by wide margins, and narrowly carried Oakland and Macomb. He made it up outstate. @thenomadicheart.bsky.social asked @abdulelsayed.bsky.social to explain that map. buff.ly/zFU6KiH

Literacy rates are declining, but Michigan's largest used bookstore, John K. King Used and Rare Books, is seeing a surge in young readers investing in physical media. buff.ly/ueMHuLI

Up-and-coming independent movie theater Treuse Cinema is looking to bring film back to Detroit. buff.ly/4qxI0YH

In April 2025, @abdulelsayed.bsky.social announced his Senate run in our studio. It became the most expensive Democratic primary in US history. @thenomadicheart.bsky.social asked what he was prepared for. Listen to The Metro at 10 a.m. weekdays on WDET 101.9.

WDET wants to hear from YOU! Whether you tune in for local news, music, culture or conversation - now is your chance to take our listener survey and have your voice help shape WDET. buff.ly/Ud3j2Ue

In a tight race, Abdul El-Sayed has emerged the projected winner of the Democratic U.S. Senate primary. He will face Republican Mike Rogers in November. buff.ly/yONrhcU

AP projects John James as winner of Republican primary for Michigan governor. buff.ly/yONrhcU

AP projects Jeremy Moss winner of Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Michigan's 11th Congressional District.

AP projects Michael Bouchard as winner of the Republican primary for U.S. House in District 12.

AP projects Rashida Tlaib as the winner of Democratic primary for U.S. House in Michigan's 12th Congressional District. buff.ly/yONrhcU

AP projects Jocelyn Benson as winner of Democratic primary for Michigan governor. buff.ly/yONrhcU

The Gordie Howe Bridge might be cheaper for semi-trucks to cross than the Ambassador Bridge, but the cargo they haul is about to cost more. Small business advisor Mark Lee visits The Metro to explain the upcoming tariff on Canadian goods and what it means for Michiganders. buff.ly/rUmyQIb

WDET is introducing two new music programs to its weekend schedule! Beginning August 8, listeners can tune in for The Carte Blanche Show with legendary Detroit emcee Phat Kat aka Ronnie Euro on Saturdays from 8-10 p.m., followed by Segues with Ralph Valdez on Sundays from 7-9 p.m. buff.ly/JGLOWxB

For decades, filing for asylum on time kept immigration agents away from your door. Now it can make you a target. The Metro's Robyn Vincent hears from an immigration attorney, a woman who was detained, and a Southwest Detroit pastor about what’s changed in metro Detroit. buff.ly/5E5jIk0