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After 20 years, this Detroit creative business is finding new ways to reinvent itself
Cyberoptix Tie Lab and Well Done Goods are celebrating 20 years; evolving from a niche neckwear business into a growing retail and wholesale operation.
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After 20 years, this Detroit creative business is finding new ways to reinvent itself
Cyberoptix Tie Lab and Well Done Goods are celebrating 20 years; evolving from a niche neckwear business into a growing retail and wholesale operation.
Partner Partner Content How the sandwich generation can help protect aging parents’ finances
Caring for children while also supporting aging parents can come with a lot of responsibility, especially when it comes to finances. For the “sandwich generation,” having conversations about money, recognizing common scams and creating a plan can help protect both parents and caregivers.
How community mental health supports grandparents raising grandchildren
Caring for a grandchild adds another level of difficulty in navigating aging — physically, mentally, and financially.
Michigan’s local election officials are confident in voting integrity ahead of today’s midterm election
Despite their high confidence overall, almost half of surveyed election officials worried about the cost of running elections.
10 Things to Do in Detroit This Halloween
From family-friendly festivities and trick-or-treating to spooky experiences, live entertainment and late-night costume parties, there are plenty of ways to celebrate across the Motor City.
Southwest Detroit Native Adriana Rendon to Lead New Arts-Focused Academy Rooted in Community and Culture
As founding principal of the new Southwest International Academy of Arts and Culture, Adriana Rendon is bringing community voices, cultural heritage and arts education together to create new opportunities for students.
MI First Credit Union new youth banking app helps establish healthy financial habits earlier
Michigan First Credit Union launched a free mobile banking app — Finley, for kids and teens to help develop healthy financial habits early.
Finding community and career connections: Young Igbo adults build a network in metro Detroit
From the kola nut tradition to professional networking, UIU Detroit creates space for young adults to connect with their heritage and one another.
From Detroit to Statewide: Michigan Pride Chamber Expands Support for LGBTQ+-Owned Businesses
A decade after building connections across metro Detroit, the Michigan Pride Chamber of Commerce is expanding its reach statewide, creating new opportunities, resources and visibility for LGBTQ+-owned businesses across Michigan.
How Michigan organizations are tackling food insecurity on the local level
Fair Food Network, Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities, and Detroit Food Policy Council increase families’ healthy choices while supporting local growers and retailers.
Michigan’s community mental health system: Overcoming stigma to provide needed care
Community mental health has played an important role in shifting the culture to asking for help.
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