Throughout disruptions to business caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, many Isabella County business owners have adapted by taking advantage of the warm weather; however, as the temperatures drop, many are looking ahead to see how they can survive a holiday season in a community still dealing with the issues faced throughout the last year.
How Tyler Dietlein turned a growing hobby into a business of handcrafted leather goods with a little inspiration and a dose of good quality technique.
Aaron Johnston began Mid Michigan Wood Works just over a year ago, after he decided to quit his job as a traveling construction worker in order to be more involved in his children’s lives. Now, as he keeps his hands involved in every step of his woodworking process, he not only gets to spend more time with his children, they get to help with the family business too.
The City of Mt. Pleasant has been recognized for its successes and efforts in contributing to Michigan’s entrepreneurial growth and economic development in the annual eCities study conducted by researchers at iLabs, University of Michigan-Dearborn’s Center for Innovation Research.
Here’s four – but not nearly close to all – of the best locally-owned diners in and around Mt. Pleasant.
Weidman resident Jean Holland has always been crafty, but four years ago when she purchased a glass art and supplies store, she had never created glass art herself. Read her story and learn what Creatively! Glass & More has to offer.
Clyde Dosenberry, owner of Doozie’s Ice Cream Place, along with patrons and employees, talk about the history and treasured memories of Mt. Pleasant’s beloved ice cream shop.
This month Vin Trofeo’s Pizzeria & Pub will celebrate its one-year anniversary serving one-of-a-kind pizza in Mt. Pleasant. Read about the friendship that started it all and the secrets behind their unique menu.
Though just three years removed from graduating from Central Michigan University in 2017, Marine City native Kyla Hatcher is quickly establishing herself as one of St. Clair County's youngest, brightest leaders.
Now known as Trillium Fine Clothing, the downtown staple has continuously operated as a women’s clothing store since it first opened in 1947 as Marianne Fashion Center.
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