Restaurant owners hit hard by Whitmer's extension of indoor dining ban to slow Covid spike
"Even if we have to change the rules a little bit, we'll reduce hours, or reduce 50 percent (occupancy) to 40 percent," he said. "Forty miles south in Toledo you can do to dinner. They are open, we are not - and it doesn't make sense."
Here's how the new mortgage refinance fee affects you
The FHFA’s new adverse market fee is now in effect. Here's what that means for those who are trying to take advantage of the record low refinance rates.
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$10M in funds to help struggling restaurants in Oakland County on the way
"Right now our restaurants and bars in particular because of the latest restrictions from the state, they’re struggling more than ever," said Oakland County Executive David Coulter. "They were barely hanging on. And frankly, I’m worried that some of them aren’t going to make it."
Google Maps, shopping gift guide lets you support local businesses
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Andiamo owners plead to Whitmer for re-opening dining with compromise
"Please reconsider opening up the restaurants. There are so many working people that are going to be devastated by this," said Joe and Rosalie Vicari.
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Restaurant industry reels after lawsuit over Covid rules thrown out
The restaurant association lost its effort to overturn a ban on indoor dining when a judge rejected a lawsuit against the health department on Wednesday.
Detroit woman behind Healthy Roots black and brown dolls honored by Forbes
But the image of the Healthy Roots dolls came from something the Detroit woman always wanted - a doll that looked like her.
Federal judge rejects lawsuit from Michigan restaurants seeking to overturn indoor dining ban
A federal judge has denied a request from the Michigan restaurant association to overturn a ban on indoor dining in restaurants.
Fashion industry pro pivots after pandemic layoff to launch tie-dye clothing line
Wendy started tie-dying everything from shirts and sweat pants to T-shirts, masks, and towels. She gave it to friends and family, who loved the products and started talking, sharing, and buying.
Work in paradise: Hawaii offering incentives to remote workers who move to state
Hawaii’s new Movers and Shakas program hopes to attract talented individuals to the islands to work remotely, forging an economy resilient to economic downturns like the one triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Michigan casinos could launch sports betting in December
Michigan could give the OK to casinos to allow sports betting and gambling by December. A committee in the legislature has to first green light the industry's start.
Andiamo group leads charge to urge restaurant owners to defy ban on indoor dining
The owners of Andiamo restaurants say they fear a long-term shutdown will devastate restaurants across Michigan for good.
Today's mortgage rates in freefall, hitting record lows | November 30, 2020
Check out the mortgage rates for November 30, 2020, which are down from last Tuesday.
Cities pressure Michigan lawmakers for help as budgets shortages could exceed $250 million
Local cities in Michigan are stepping up pressures on state lawmakers to provide further financial relief as budgets become strained.
Refinancing your mortgage? 5 questions you should ask first
With interest rates low, homeowners may opt to refinance – but not without a good review of potential outcomes.
5 ways to get the best student loan refinance rates
Compare your student loan refinance rate options to get the lowest one.
Supporting Black owned business during and after Small Business Saturday
Financial experts say Black owned businesses are typically the ones more fragile because of the limited resources.
Celebrating Small Business Saturday in Downtown Royal Oak
People gathered to shop and eat during this year’s Small Business Saturday in Downtown Royal Oak.