Natural Way Cheese, a new Amish artisan cheese store in Clare, is providing a way for small Amish dairy farmers to make a profit during the difficult times that are facing Midwestern dairy farmers.
At just 19 years old, Clare native Morgan Humphrey decided to reopen an old coffee shop in her hometown, establishing the Heart of Michigan Café in 2015. Since then, the business has expanded and now, beginning Thursday, July 18, with a sign-hanging ceremony at 6 p.m., the Heart of Michigan Café will become the 505 Café.
After visiting an old Army buddy in Oregon who roasted coffee, Dan Maloney was inspired to start roasting his own coffee beans. Now, he and his wife sell their home-roasted coffee beans at area farmers markets; but, they are looking for opportunities to grow their business.
Though Christmas is still over six months away, work is well underway at Santa's satellite shops in central Michigan.
The Outdoor Recreation Advisory Council recently connected with a large group of Midland outdoor recreation enthusiasts, business owners and nonprofits after being appointed by Governor Whitmer last month.
Twice weekly market events kick off this week and offer local shoppers a wide selection of regional goods.
In addition to a wide selection of food truck fare, attendees will be given the chance to shop limited-run and first-edition products from local entrepreneurs.
Ten months after opening just east of downtown Mt. Pleasant Mystie Beckwith says seeing the therapeutic benefits Karma Kat Cafe offers human visitors is her favorite part of the business so far.
RedBloom Yoga owner Kris Batzner set out to build an inclusive community centered on wellness. The yoga studio is just a place where that community can come together.
The Perry family's journey to opening Pure Vitality was a personal one. Now, their family business is aimed at bringing health to the greater community.
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