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Washtenaw County launches pop-up events to distribute COVID vaccine where it's needed most

Maria PattonWednesday, March 24, 2021
Longform Jess Letaw, Molly Kleinman, Michelle Hughes, and Jarod Malestein of the Ann Arbor AF podcast at Larcom City Hall. Community Development

New Ann Arbor podcast aims to make civic engagement accessible AF

Sarah RiggWednesday, March 17, 2021
Longform Medical Assistant Gugu Ramirez at the RAHS clinic at Ypsilanti Community High School. Healthy Communities

School-based health centers in Ypsilanti area remove barriers to good health

Sarah RiggWednesday, March 17, 2021
Development News The logo for Ypsilanti Township's dog park. Community Development

Ypsilanti Township seeks feedback on proposed off-leash dog park

Sarah RiggWednesday, March 17, 2021
Development News A sign warning cyclists to stay off the trail during the spring thaw. Sustainability

Despite early spring warm-up, area mountain biking trails remain closed to protect trail integrityDTE Energy Foundation Trail in Chelsea closed for spring thaw, local trail association eager to build fifth loop

David SandsWednesday, March 17, 2021
Innovation News BYOC Co. will open a storefront in downtown Ann Arbor. Entrepreneurship

New Ann Arbor store prioritizes sustainability, asking customers to "bring your own container"

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderWednesday, March 17, 2021
Longform People walking along the Dequindre Cut in Detroit. Healthy Communities

Mental health is a driving factor in a year of surging attendance at Southeast Michigan parks

Patrick DunnFriday, March 12, 2021
Feature Story As Blumira has increased its workforce and plans to double its headcount in 2021, leaders have made connectedness a priority with virtual events to promote camaraderie and help new team members get to know one another. Technology and Innovation

Boosted by pivot to remote work, Ann Arbor cybersecurity company doubles staff during pandemic

Emily BendaWednesday, March 10, 2021
Longform The Petting Farm at Domino's Farms. Healthy Communities

9 Washtenaw County winter activities to enjoy before spring arrives

Jenn McKeeWednesday, March 3, 2021
Innovation News An employee at SCRAP Creative Reuse Ann Arbor points to a sign showing how much material the organization has diverted from landfills. Arts and Culture

Ann Arbor creative reuse nonprofit adapts to pandemic by expanding online reach

Maria PattonWednesday, March 3, 2021
Innovation News The cover of "The Covid Diaries." Arts and Culture

Ypsi-area woman pens memoir about losing fiance to COVID-19

Sarah RiggWednesday, March 3, 2021
Longform HighScope research scientist Laura Scharphorn. Kids and Education

Ypsi-based HighScope uses $3 million federal grant to support students and teachers during pandemic

Sarah RiggWednesday, February 24, 2021
Longform New Foundry CEO Rich Chang. Technology and Innovation

How can Washtenaw County build a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech sector?

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderWednesday, February 24, 2021
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Weathering COVID through creativity

The COVID-19 pandemic has hit Washtenaw County business owners hard, but many of them have found creative ways to pivot, survive, and thrive during the crisis. Since last summer, we've been chronicling their stories in a series sponsored by Ann Arbor SPARK. Check out the entire series below:
 
From dressing up to masking up: How an Ann Arbor quinceañera-planning business survived the pandemic

Boosted by pivot to remote work, Ann Arbor cybersecurity company doubles staff during pandemic

Report finds optimistic outlook among Washtenaw County entrepreneurs, despite COVID-19 challenges

Despite pandemic, Michigan Angel Fund made record-breaking investments in 2020

Ypsilanti hygiene products company sees soaring growth during COVID-19 pandemic

In COVID-19 pandemic, Ann Arbor-based Workit Health finds opportunity to combat opioid epidemic

Ypsilanti-based travel app Zonder pivots to encourage pandemic-friendly adventures at home

Ann Arbor-based SpellBound adapts augmented reality products to motivate patients in isolation

New association helps Washtenaw County businesses of color recover from COVID-19

This Ann Arbor woman sold $4,000 in her first month as a small business owner

Ann Arbor-based Jottful helps small businesses survive pandemic by going online for the first time

New Ypsilanti pop-up markets help micro-business owners survive COVID-19

Thinking outside the escape room: Decode Detroit's pandemic pivot

Despite pandemic, Ann Arbor bars find success through reinvention

Numerous sources of financial assistance still available for Washtenaw County business owners

How pivoting to PPE production "saved" Saline-based Akervall Technologies

Ann Arbor companies specializing in autonomous delivery robots scale up during pandemic

Ypsi startup flourishes during pandemic by helping clients pursue student loan forgiveness

COVID safety 101: Here's what reopening businesses must do to complete state-required safety plans

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