Moosejaw's Final Chapter // NewsNet Shuts Down // Unpopular Opinions
Welcome to your Daily Detroit for Monday, August 5, 2024. Hosts Jer and Fletcher dive into their unpopular opinion, the end of beloved outdoor retailer MooseJaw, and the abrupt closure of Newsnet.
We open with a pair of unpopular opinions about coney dogs and pedal pubs.
Then in our segment on endings, we talk about the closure of MooseJaw's final three stores, including the last Michigan location in Birmingham. Acquired by Dick's Sporting Goods in early 2023, Jer and Fletcher discuss the missed opportunity for a strong, locally-based brand.
We also discuss the end of News\et, a free…
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