More than ever, regional cooperation is crucial to the success of Metropolitan Detroit.  A cooperative spirit among all our communities is key to creating the common vision and commitment needed to improve our region’s economic competitiveness and quality of life. 

To nurture this sense of regional community, the Detroit Free Press and Metropolitan Affairs Coalition have partnered to create the Shining Light Regional Cooperation Awards, which will honor individuals who are making important contributions to regional cooperation, progress, and understanding in Metropolitan Detroit.

The 2007 Inaugural Event
The inaugural Shining Light Awards ceremony took place on November 8, 2007 and honored individuals well known for their extraordinary contributions to our region – Neal Shine, Marian and Michael Ilitch, Eleanor Josaitis, and Dave Bing. For more on the 2007 honorees and the November awards ceremony, click here.

Print Coverage and Media Releases
Nov. 9, 2007: 4 leaders honored for commitment to region
Oct. 18, 2007: Shining Light Awards honor outstanding regional leaders

View the Shining Light Awards Videos
The Detroit Free Press produced a series of videos for the 2007 Shining Light Awards. View the videos >>