UM-Dearborn, HFC creates hybrid plan to keep commuter populations safe this semester
The University of Michigan-Dearborn and Henry Ford College (HFC) have adapted their plans for the upcoming semester to offer mostly remote learning.
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Small businesses take advantage of city’s new policies for outdoor options in downtown Dearborn
Whether it’s streamlining the permit process or instituting social districts, cities like Dearborn aren’t only thinking about using these tools to boost business during the COVID-19 pandemic, but after it, too. As is often the case, through adversity comes innovation.
Dearborn’s ACCESS supports vulnerable members of community through pandemic
As a nonprofit offering a comprehensive slate of social, economic, health, and educational services in Metro Detroit, ACCESS did some heavy lifting to adapt its operations to the "new normal" of COVID-19.
Green Brain Comics Q&A: Crowdfunding and life during COVID-19
Green Brain Comics has enrolled in the MI Local Biz program, a crowdfunding-and-matching grant initiative designed by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to help businesses like theirs survive the economic fallout from coronavirus. We asked them about their crowdfunding efforts and life during COVID-19.
Pine Coast Cafe opens in Dearborn amid pandemic, plans for socially distant service
"We put a ton of thought into every ingredient, into every sandwich, the way it's layered, the way it's built, the breads."
Lile’s Sandwich Shop in Dearborn keeps it simple during pandemic
Harry Lile had to take his turkey sandwich off the menu due to meat shortages. But he's still serving up ham.
Dearborn’s The Henry Ford welcomes back visitors
The museum opened to members on July 2 and will open to the general public on July 9.
Dearborn’s Famous Hamburger stays alive by keeping its ‘buns apart’
Moe Hider, owner of Dearborn-based Famous Hamburger, says he "never would have thought in ages" that his business would be able to survive solely based on carryout orders.
Dearborn’s Alcamo’s put customers first during pandemic
"We're old-school," Chimento says. "We're reinventing our business as the pandemic keeps continuing, and that's all you can do."
Dearborn’s Blick reopens after supplying creatives through pandemic
Strong support from the many local artists who patronize the store helped the business pull through.
