Sep 1, 2021

Unpacking the memories of a Michigan sports-card store

Ken Cameron still has the baseball cards he bought at Downriver Rookie. "Baseball was such a part of my grandfather's life, my father's life, my life," he says. Courtesy Ken Cameron

Also today: We also delve into the decline of auto sales. Susan Schmidt joins us as our guest to discuss the markets.

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What's with declining auto sales?

by Mitchell Hartman

Sep 1, 2021

Demand is strong, especially for family vehicles. But supply? Not so much.

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Remembering Downriver Rookie, a beloved Michigan sports-card shop

by Rose Conlon

Sep 1, 2021

"You can almost smell the cards when you think about it hard enough," said high school teacher Ken Cameron.

Ken Cameron still has the baseball cards he bought at Downriver Rookie. "Baseball was such a part of my grandfather's life, my father's life, my life," he says.

Courtesy Ken Cameron

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Erika Soderstrom Producer

Rose Conlon Producer

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