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Feature Story “I want Apothecary to do coffee and to do coffee extremely well. I’m keeping my focus on coffee. Just focus on one thing and do it extremely well,” Miguel Williams says. Entrepreneurship

Miguel Williams grew up in downtown Farmington. Now he’s opening a coffee shop there

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 18, 2021
Owner-operator Miguel Williams expects a summer opening for Apothecary Espresso & Coffee. It’s an aggressive timeline, he says, but one buoyed by his confidence in the concept and the community.
Development News Lakeside Mall enterance Healthy Communities

Sterling Heights to set up drive-thru vaccination center at Lakeside Circle, preparing for Phase II

Kate RoffThursday, February 18, 2021
Lakeside Circle will host a drive-thru COVID-19 vaccination center, after the city of Sterling Heights approved the conversion of a former Sears service center this week, in preparation for Michigan's Phase II of the vaccine roll-out. 
Development News “I wasn’t a big reader but I want my kids to be,” says Monica Papasian. “Knowledge is power.” Community Development

The ‘Little Free Anti-Racist Library’ continues to grow and evolve in Warren

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 18, 2021
“I just look at the innocence of my 6-year-old who cannot even fathom racism. For the kids, it’s a great time to reach them and educate them, to help them understand that these biases people have are something that’s learned over time,” Monica Papasian says.
Development News DEIpanels Community Development

Talking equity, inclusion, and entrepreneurship in East Downtown Dearborn — and online

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 18, 2021
“These panels are a way to engage our business owners, residents, and visitors, to get everyone engaged in the process of improving the city,” says Julia Kapilango, EDDDA board chairperson.
Development News M Cantina in East Dearborn. Photo by David Lewinski. Entrepreneurship

New COVID-19 relief grants available to Dearborn small businesses

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 18, 2021
“Our small businesses are a vital part of our community,” Mayor O’Reilly says. “These grants will provide welcome relief.”
Feature Story Harper Woods High School teacher Cristina Agnello has been teaching social studies classes remotely since the start of the school year. Kids and Education

The myth of lost learning: A Harper Woods teacher reflects on the pros and cons of virtual teaching

Mary Anne BrushWednesday, February 17, 2021
Whatever the debate is during the challenges of COVID-19, Cristina Agnello finds herself paraphrasing the adage: You can’t unlock new doors with old keys.
Feature Story The Greenhouse, a marijuana dispensary in Walled Lake.

Cannabis in Metro Detroit: How the marijuana industry is taking root in the suburbs

David SandsTuesday, February 16, 2021
The legalization of recreational marijuana in Michigan three years ago created room for the industry to grow in the Great Lakes State, but there have been struggles and challenges at the local level for businesses in Metro Detroit.
Feature Story Enid Parham is in the process of enrolling in the Legacy Detroiter program.

'Green rush': How the Legacy Detroit program aims to ensure social equity in local cannabis industry

MJ GalbraithTuesday, February 16, 2021

“We still want outsiders to do business here. They are welcome. But there is a huge desire to make sure that Detroiters have an opportunity, too," says Detroit City Councilman James Tate.

Feature Story Skating at Doge Park Ice Rink, Sterling Heights Healthy Communities

5 ways Sterling Heights is altering parks and recreation to meet residents' needs during COVID-19

Kate RoffThursday, February 11, 2021
When COVID-19 shut down Sterling Heights' new community center just two weeks after it opened, the city's Parks and Recreation department director Kyle Langlois knew they would have to get creative: "We had to find ways to keep people engaged and recreating, for their mental and physical health."
Feature Story Looking north on Main Street. The Edison building (shown on the right) is on the southeast corner of Community Development

Looking back: Rochester struggles to balance preservation with prosperity

Brianne TurczynskiThursday, February 11, 2021
With Rochester’s economic success, it has become more difficult to halt or slow down development and save historical buildings and landmarks.
Partner Content Ecorse Creek. Photo by Quentin Rodriguez Community Development

Ecorse moves closer to realizing creek vision

Patrick DunnThursday, February 11, 2021
The Ecorse Creek Committee Vision Plan identifies four priority projects to begin transforming the creek into a recreation destination: improving riparian habitat and adding recreational amenities at Pepper Park, creating a multi-use trail running along the creek, repurposing the former Rowing Club building along the Detroit Riverfront for recreational use, and improving Dingell Park along the Detroit River.
Development News “Madam’s menu and space speak to an effortless ability to balance whimsy and fun with a refined sensibility and worldly education,” says Mark Mitchell, owner of the Daxton Hotel, where Madam is located. Economic Development

Celebrated chef readies March opening of new restaurant in downtown Birmingham

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 11, 2021
“My goal is to marry the classic technique I have developed over the years working alongside luminaries in the culinary world with a focus on sustainability, seasonality, and creating a minimal footprint,” says executive chef Garrison Price.
Feature Story Tiffany Cartwright, G.L.A.M., beauty products Building Communities

Beauty entrepreneur bringing her G.L.A.M. back to Detroit

Kate RoffTuesday, February 9, 2021
Tiffany Cartwright believes that in Metro Detroit "we do need jobs, but we need job creators." That's exactly what she hopes to become as she establishes a manufacturing base for her popular G.L.A.M. beauty products in her hometown.
Feature Story Fadie Arabo's nonprofit initiative Teeth4Tots supplies dentist's with resources to engage with young children. Kids and Education

Youth filling a gap in dental education: Q&A with Teeth4Tots founder Fadie Arabo

Kate RoffThursday, February 4, 2021
When Fadie Arabo saw his father go through a full dental extraction he was horrified. So the Sterling Heights youth got active, developing a education nonprofit that uses social media, art and science to help children understand the importance of dental hygiene.
Feature Story Sterling Heights resident John Myers III is part of the city's new African American Coalition, which is partnering with the city to host events this month. Diversity

6 ways to celebrate Black History Month in Sterling Heights

Kate RoffThursday, February 4, 2021
Sterling Heights has adopted a resolution officially recognizing February as Black History Month, and will be hosting events and activities throughout the city, from virtual storytimes to art exhibitions to panel discussions on what life is like for African Americans in Macomb County.
Feature Story Jazz on the Ave. in City Hall Park. Arts and Culture

Public shares ideas for Dearborn’s City Hall Park

Patrick DunnThursday, February 4, 2021
Attendees listed trees, no barriers, and existing cultural events (like the popular Jazz on the Ave concert series) as elements of the park that should stay the same through the redesign.
Development News A scenic view of the Paint Creek Trail's new connector path. Transportation

Paint Creek Trail introduces upgrades, including new 3-mile connector pathway

David SandsThursday, February 4, 2021
The new connection brings the Paint Creek Trail together with the Polly Ann Trail, a 14.2-mile trailway that passes through Orion Township, Oxford Township, Oxford, Addison Township, and Leonard.
Development News Sterling Heights City Manager Mark Vanderpool says small businesses are the backbone of the city. Economic Development

New COVID-19 grant program to help Sterling Heights' small businesses

Kate RoffThursday, February 4, 2021
A new relief grant of up to $10,000 per business is aimed at helping small businesses in Sterling Heights navigate reopening, and implementing precautions, during COVID-19. 
Development News The historic Ford House on Ford Cove, Lake St. Clair Sustainability

The Ford House wants to return one mile of Lake St. Clair shoreline to nature

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 4, 2021
“Ninety-nine percent of Lake St. Clair’s shoreline is not in its original condition, so Ford House will be recreating the natural world, and that’s an exciting process,” says Kevin Drotos, Ford House Invasive Species and Woodland Specialist.
Development News Farmington has transformed the second annual Heart the Art into a month-long strolling tour of downtown. Arts and Culture

Month-long celebration of public art kicks off in downtown Farmington

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 4, 2021
“We know that art inspires hope and unity. It brings together a sense of community and placemaking,” Jessica Westendorf says. “That’s why we ask for public input. It’s public art. It’s for the community.”
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