One week ago, the first Joyride Cities wrapped up, sending 17 Philadelphians home from Detroit with a new appreciation for the city, its people, and the possibilities that emerge when curious people come together. Joyride PHLxDET was a weekend adventure centered around joy, creativity, and community. The idea was simple: explore why people love where they live, learn from the people making their cities better, and find inspiration in places you might not expect. A group of cu

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On March 21, Detroit resident Danyyil (Danny) Nosovskiy boarded a plane to Memphis for one of his most memorable assignments since he...