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Halal Metropolis on Instagram

Video series spotlights how Dearborn’s ‘Halal Metropolis’ has responded to COVID-19

The Muslim community has been on the frontline of the COVID-19 crisis in Dearborn and across Metro Detroit. A new project called "Zoom in on the Halal Metropolis" endeavors to tell those community members' stories.

Junior & Heidi Merino, owners of M Cantina in Dearborn.
How Dearborn’s M Cantina is helping feed those in need

The restaurant has donated over 200 meals to low-income families in need since the pandemic hit, relying on a purely word-of-mouth system.

Is your fave Dearborn eatery open for curbside? Wonder no more.

The DDAs' online directory also makes note of the many unique deals and other twists.

Small business relief in the way of $5,000 grants made available to Dearborn entrepreneurs

Dearborn-based businesses have until noon on Friday, May 1, to apply for the grant, which awards up to $5,000 for businesses with a physical location and up to $2,500 for home-based businesses.

Dan and Katie Merritt at Green Brain Comics. Photo by Mike Galbraith
Dearborn’s Green Brain Comics stays afloat with online orders, curbside pickup

Since the shutdown, Green Brain has done surprisingly brisk business – but there's great uncertainty ahead.

Windy Weber and Carl Hultgren. Photo courtesy Stormy Records.
Dearborn’s Stormy Records tests out new business model during the pandemic

The COVID-19 outbreak has caused severe anxiety for many business owners, but for the owners of Dearborn's Stormy Records, it's a positive opportunity to test out a new model for their business' future.

Dearborn Historical Museum. Photo by David Lewinski,
Enjoy the Dearborn Historical Museum for free, and from the comfort of your own home

Though their doors may be temporarily closed to the public, the Dearborn Historical Museum is maintaining its connection to the community through increased online programming and a series of educational videos.

Dearborn Town Center, 4700 Schaefer Rd
Dearborn DDA holds virtual town hall for city businesses, offering tips, resources, and more

Local business leaders and officials gathered on the Zoom app for a roughly hour-and-a-half videoconference where Dearborn stakeholders could interact with and ask questions of the experts.

Dearborn restaurateur optimistic business community will recover

Dearborn's business leader Sam Abbas is taking things in stride. "The Dearborn community is resilient," he says.

The Marusak Family: Anna, Michael, Carl, and Carl Jr.
A new generation brings a classic Dearborn jewelry store into the 21st century

It’s not easy, passing down the family business. Here's how the Marusaks have done it.

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