Concentrate’s News Editor commissions local muralist for Detroit building

Concentrate's very own Jon Zemke leads a double life as a developer in Detroit. Along with bringing neglected buildings back to life, Jon saw an opportunity to bring art to the city he calls home.

Concentrate’s very own Jon Zemke has a sideline (well, really it’s his main line) as a building developer in Detroit. Along with bringing neglected buildings back to life, Jon saw an opportunity to bring art to the Woodbridge neighborhood.

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“Zemke originally just wanted people to stop tagging his rental property with graffiti. Then he realized he could make it a tribute to an important Detroiter. He also wanted to show his support for teachers in the embattled Detroit Public Schools system.”

Read the rest here. And next time you see Jon, give him a little ‘good on ya’ nod.
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