The pandemic has hit entrepreneurs across the board, closing some 3.3 million small businesses at least temporarily, and the sidelining of 440,000 African Americans was especially severe. Catering business Taste-A-Licious has come through so far but there is a long way to go.
Second Wave reporters, correspondents, and photographers were as busy as they could be during 2020. We're grateful that you read and shared Second Wave stories (readership is up nearly 35 percent when compared to the previous year). We hope you will let us know what you want to read about in 2021.
What started as a way to lift her spirits through art is turning into a business for Battle Creek's Laura Otte. She calls it The Orignal Tweet.
Couple helps authors bring their stories to life through words and art. And she helps girls see the possibilities in the world.
Business in the specialty hot dog business has been good enough for the Woodin brothers to seek out a permanent location. They have found one.
You have to know someone who knows Sherri to find out how to locate Hoodies. Or read this story.
Battle Creek's location between Detroit and Chicago, its Foreign-Trade Zone, three rail providers, and 25 international companies are all reasons developers believe a new spec building will draw tenants.
During its first season, the Milwood U-Pick Herb Garden offered neighbors a variety of herbs growing in the wide curb lawn.
The Rehearsal Room is a live concert series that’s going to give a virtual and online aspect so people can watch artists representing all types of genres brought to you by musicians who value all kinds of music from a recording space in downtown Battle Creek.
“Bringing the mill property back to life is not just about creating a special place, it’s about creating a safe environment, both inside and outside the building,” says Developer Chris Moore.
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