Weed, booze, and addiction: The vices Michiganders turned to during COVID-19
As weed, alcohol, and comfort food consumption rose, doctor visits and exercises fell in 2020. Efforts of slowing the spread of COVID-19 had their own public health ramifications.
As weed, alcohol, and comfort food consumption rose, doctor visits and exercises fell in 2020. Efforts of slowing the spread of COVID-19 had their own public health ramifications.
As COVID-19 decimates small business, a Michigan pastry chef charges forward with her first storefront
For the first 10 years of baking, Cherelle Mason has operated out of her home and a number of miscellaneous shops. Now, amid one of history's most hostile climates toward small business, she's opening her first storefront in Southfield.
For the first 10 years of baking, Cherelle Mason has operated out of her home and a number of miscellaneous shops. Now, amid one of history's most hostile climates toward small business, she's opening her first storefront in Southfield.
Black woman goes from part-time server to owner of Roseville Outback Steakhouse
Gretta Jackson said the road these past 20 years wasn't easy but it was worth it as she got a title nobody has: the first Black woman to own an Outback Steakhouse in the Detroit area.
Gretta Jackson said the road these past 20 years wasn't easy but it was worth it as she got a title nobody has: the first Black woman to own an Outback Steakhouse in the Detroit area.
'COVID bandit' strikes again: Customer gives $200 to each worker at Colorado diner
A person using the alias “COVID bandit” handed all 34 employees $200, spending a total of $6,400.
A person using the alias “COVID bandit” handed all 34 employees $200, spending a total of $6,400.
Jameson Whiskey paying fans $50 to take off work on St. Patrick's Day
In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, Jameson is encouraging people to take "SPTO" (St. Patrick's time off) to kick back and celebrate on March 17, 2021.
In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, Jameson is encouraging people to take "SPTO" (St. Patrick's time off) to kick back and celebrate on March 17, 2021.
Nestle debuting first vegan KitKat bar this year
KitKat V, Nestle's new plant-based alternative, is certified vegan and made from 100% sustainable cocoa.
KitKat V, Nestle's new plant-based alternative, is certified vegan and made from 100% sustainable cocoa.
Michigan restaurants propose tying capacity limits to COVID-19 test positivity
A restaurant association suggested tailoring indoor operations to the number of people testing positive each week. Per the MRLA's proposal, there would be no limitations if the test rate fell below 3%. If the rate climbed, the capacity limit would shrink.
A restaurant association suggested tailoring indoor operations to the number of people testing positive each week. Per the MRLA's proposal, there would be no limitations if the test rate fell below 3%. If the rate climbed, the capacity limit would shrink.
Krispy Kreme to offer 'Mars Doughnut' in honor of Perseverance Rover landing
The "Mars Doughnut" will be available for one day only on Feb. 18, at participating Krispy Kreme locations.
The "Mars Doughnut" will be available for one day only on Feb. 18, at participating Krispy Kreme locations.
Buffets back open in Ohio despite pandemic safety concerns
The buffet is back open at restaurants and bars throughout Ohio, but with cautionary self-service measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
The buffet is back open at restaurants and bars throughout Ohio, but with cautionary self-service measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
Tillamook offering 40-pound blocks of cheddar just before Valentine’s Day
The cheesemaker is celebrating its 112th birthday on National Cheddar Day.
The cheesemaker is celebrating its 112th birthday on National Cheddar Day.
Coke debuts first new bottle size in a decade, and it's made from recycled plastics
Coca-Cola is offering a new drink size for the first time in a decade - and with packaging that’s made from 100% recycled plastic.
Coca-Cola is offering a new drink size for the first time in a decade - and with packaging that’s made from 100% recycled plastic.
‘Pearl Milling Company’ takes place of Aunt Jemima logo in brand update
Pepsi Co. announced that starting in June, the Pearl Milling Company logo will be replacing Aunt Jemima on its pancake mixes and syrups.
Pepsi Co. announced that starting in June, the Pearl Milling Company logo will be replacing Aunt Jemima on its pancake mixes and syrups.
Michigan restaurants and bars will reopen indoor service Monday with curfews and capacity limits
After several months of indoor closures, the state has lifted its ban on indoor dining. Restaurants and bars will have to abide by several rules that limit capacity, mandate distance between tables, and require closing at 10 p.m.
After several months of indoor closures, the state has lifted its ban on indoor dining. Restaurants and bars will have to abide by several rules that limit capacity, mandate distance between tables, and require closing at 10 p.m.
Shamrock Shakes will return to McDonald's in mid-February
The green milkshake is set to return to McDonald's the day after Valentine's Day.
The green milkshake is set to return to McDonald's the day after Valentine's Day.
Michigan restaurants reopen after 75 days of closure due to pandemic
Michigan restaurants and bars are once again open for business for indoor dining and serving after the pause enacted in November has been lifted.
Michigan restaurants and bars are once again open for business for indoor dining and serving after the pause enacted in November has been lifted.
Roak Brewing in Royal Oak announces closing of taproom Feb. 1
The brewery, which opened its taproom in Royal Oak five years ago, plans to still sell its beer at local retailers. It is brewed out of Marshall, Michigan.
The brewery, which opened its taproom in Royal Oak five years ago, plans to still sell its beer at local retailers. It is brewed out of Marshall, Michigan.
Subway accused of selling fake tuna in footlong fraud lawsuit
The suit alleges the fish is actually "a mixture of various concoctions."
The suit alleges the fish is actually "a mixture of various concoctions."
Pizza Hut introduces a new Detroit-style pizza, available nationwide
Detroit-style pizza is rectangular in size with a thick, crispy crust. Pizza Hut says they’ve spent a year perfecting their new recipe.
Detroit-style pizza is rectangular in size with a thick, crispy crust. Pizza Hut says they’ve spent a year perfecting their new recipe.
‘COVID Bandit’ leaves $1,400 tip, enough to give each bakery employee $200
A generous customer lifted the spirits of an entire Colorado bakery after leaving a tip large enough to send all seven employees home with $200.
A generous customer lifted the spirits of an entire Colorado bakery after leaving a tip large enough to send all seven employees home with $200.
Candy company paying $30 an hour to eat, review sweets
A Canadian confectioner is hiring chocoholics and candy lovers to test treats for the sweet salary of $30 per hour.
A Canadian confectioner is hiring chocoholics and candy lovers to test treats for the sweet salary of $30 per hour.