Northville woman's H2O ID bands for water bottles rises in popularity to stem spread of coronavirus
Casi, who spent years working in the luxury fashion industry, had a colorful idea that would finally cut the confusion - H20 ID bands.
Trattoria Da Luigi in Royal Oak has 'ghost dining' to keep social distance guidelines
Owner Luigi Cutraro said his wife came up with the idea. Instead of removing tables from this authentic Italian restaurant, they decided to social distance with ghosts - as white sheets cover some of the chairs creating a safe distance.
Food design chef sidelined from pandemic is making garden boxes from home - and they're a hit
Normally Russo says she would be doing food design as a traveling chef - but not since COVID-19 closed everything down.
'We’re a resilient city': Detroit Dart Club owner hopeful as small businesses fight to bounce back
Though he still doesn't know when he can open, one small business owner is keeping his spirits up.
Detroit hair care CEO is the first Black woman to hold a patent for clay treatment
The "Moroccan Rhassoul 5 in One Clay Treatment" is the brain child of Gwen Jimmere and her natural hair care company, Naturalisious holds the patent.
Detroit Popcorn Company bought by former owner after DPC president's post, plans to sell to Black investors
The previous owner of Detroit Popcorn Company announced Tuesday he bought the company back after the company's president posted offensive comments referencing the death of George Floyd.
Detroit restaurant won't reopen yet as most customers are likely still home
Even though they're allowed to reopen next week, some businesses are still opting to keep their doors closed.
Salons, barber shops propose changes state-wide as they wait on Whitmer
As for when you could be able to get a haircut or color professionally and legally, Whitmer's answer Thursday was vague on an actual open date.
Longtime businesses at West Bloomfield's The Boardwalk reopen with safety in mind
Think of it as a personalized shopping experience - a very clean one - with social distance and safety top of mind.
Small gym owners across state sue Gov. Whitmer over closure
First, Hill and colleagues set up coalition of small gyms, the acronym is LIFFT- then, they filed suit in federal court, naming Gov. Whitmer, claiming some of her executive orders are unconstitutional.
Detroit's Avenue of Fashion district adjusts to shopping's new normal
On Tuesday when Gov. Gretchen Whitmer allowed retail businesses to reopen under certain guidelines, Ronda Morrison says she's ready to have customers inside even if they are not fully prepared.
AP-NORC poll: Many in US won't return to gym or dining out
About a quarter of Americans say someone in their household has lost a job amid that downturn, and about half have lost household income, including layoffs, pay cuts, cut hours or unpaid time off.
Magic Johnson giving $100M in loans to minority-owned businesses struggling amid COVID-19 pandemic
Advocates say small and diverse businesses are inherently at a disadvantage when it comes to the SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program.
Royal Park Hotel begins reopening phase with safety measures in place
The Royal Park Hotel opened their doors to welcome guests for the first time in two months. Since closing, the staff has worked non-stop to make changes in response to the coronavirus.
Lake Orion boutique so thankful for community support during the pandemic
A boutique shop in Lake Orion is thankful for all the support from the community to stay afloat during the pandemic.
Big Three plants restarting could be lifeline to struggling businesses
About 150,000 people could be back on the assembly line next week and restaurants like Bangkok 96 won't be the only ones to find better footing as The Big Three gets the wheels turning again.
Royal Oak florist leaves surprise flowers with notes of hope
"I had seen all of these people making masks and doing porch concerts," she said. "So I thought would could I do? I had some extra flowers one day, I wrapped them up in little bouquet, had a little piece of chalk and put them outside my studio."
Advertising firm pledges $100K in free marketing to Metro Detroit businesses struggling due to COVID-19
A Metro Detroit advertising firm is pledging $100,000 to help struggling businesses market their services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Clawson's Flipside Records battles for business amid COVID-19 state shutdown
Like so many other small shops business was good - until it wasn't. A global pandemic and a statewide shutdown took place while Flipside Records has been playing the music - but there's no one there to listen to it.
Detroit small businesses get creative to stay afloat during COVID-19 pandemic
A couple of retail businesses are making big changes in the battle to survive.