Detroit, Michigan Make Big Leaps in Small Business Friendliness Survey

In 2014, Detroit received a “C” in Thumbtack survey and Michigan received a “D.”

Area Milliner Turns Heads with Captivating Chapeaux

Gena Conti’s inspired hat designs have been featured for 13 consecutive years in the Kentucky Derby Museum’s Hat Exhibit.

Bizarre Chain Reaction Torches SUV, Ignites $3K in Fireworks

St. Clair Shores residents run for cover after chain reaction while, across Michigan, the call is renewed to ban personal fireworks.

ROAK Taproom Begins Pouring Thursday

You can already find ROAK Brewing Co.'s bottled beers at about 300 retail establishments around southeast Michigan.

Startup Addressing Men's Embarrasing Problem in Running for $20,000 Prize: You Can Help

You know that not-so-fresh, pitted out look that shames you at business meetings and social soirées? There’s a shirt for that.

From the It's-About-Time Files: Area Woman Has Answer to Lost Lid Frustration (Watch)

Who hasn’t at growled at least a little when looking for plastic lids to cover storage containers?

New Whiskey Distillery is a 'Gas'

Formerly a hobby distiller, Rich Lockwood picked St. Patrick’s Day to introduce Royal Oak Rye – and there are more spirits to come.

Area Business Startup Addresses Men's Embarrassing Problem

You know that not-so-fresh, pitted out look that shames you at business meetings and social soirées? There’s a shirt for that.

What You Need to Know Before You #ShopSmall in the Huntington Woods-Berkley Area

Remember this on Small Business Saturday: When you do your holiday shopping at local businesses, more money stays in the local economy.

Quench Your Thirst for Michigan Craft Beer Saturday - and Support a Good Cause

Proceeds from the Michigan Craft Beer Stroll in downtown Royal Oak will benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland and Macomb Counties.

Restaurant Expansion Means More Room to Eat Lockhart's BBQ

Lockhart’s is expanding its flagship operation in Royal Oak to expand seating, reduce wait times and offer more craft beer taps.

Say Cheese, Pasta, Pizzas and More: Berkley-Based Crispelli's Opens Second Location

The Berkley-based casual-fast restaurant opened a second location in West Bloomfield, and is negotiating leases in Troy and Novi.

Wakes in the Fast Lane: Funeral Home Offers Drive-Through Viewing

A drawer holding a guest book opens, just like in drive-through banking, a curtain opens and mourners never have to leave their vehicles.

Farm to Fork Uses Dining Experiences to Highlight Michigan's Strong Ag Base

The upcoming event will raise funds for Great Lakes Agricultural Fair Association scholarships.

Farm-to-Table Dinners Feature Top Chefs from Metro

Upland Farms is joining the national farm-to-table movement in a special meal raising funds fo a summer day camp for kids.

New Oakland U. president appointed

Oakland U patents earn media attention

125 Great Business Ideas to Release Your Inner Entrepreneur

Enter To Win $25,000

The Wells Fargo Works project is award five small businesses $25,000 plus professional mentorship. Find out how you can enter here.

Great Crowdfunding Sites to Help Make an Idea Into a Business

Enter To Win $25,000

The Wells Fargo Works project is award five small businesses $25,000 plus professional mentorship. Find out how you can enter here.

Is This Really the Definition of 'Small' Business?

The Small Business Administration is increasing the number of employees and annual revenue benchmarks for businesses to qualify for financial assistance.

JVS Networking Event: Learn How to Step Up Your Sales

Last Chance to Win $25K to Help Your Business

The Wells Fargo Works project is award five small businesses $25,000 plus professional mentorship. Find out how you can enter here.

U.S. House Approves Permanent Small Business Tax Breaks

Republicans largely support the measure, but Democrats say it will force spending cuts in other areas.

Big Business Good for New Products, but Bad for U.S. Jobs: Gallup Survey

A majority of respondents said big business is bad at growing the U.S. economy, and favored small business innovations.

Here's How You Can Win $25K to Improve Your Business

The Wells Fargo Works project is award five small businesses $25,000 plus professional mentorship. Find out how you can enter here.

Big Tips for Small Business with Freelancer.com's Nikki Parker

Outsourcing, crowdfunding and getting things done for small businesses in the global web economy

These Must-See Sandwich Boards Will Crack You Up

FREE (hugs), (cold) BEER. Eye-catching, clever and inviting are three keys to mastering the sandwich board. What are your tips for signs that demand customers' attention and business?

Is Your Business Ready for the Shark Tank?

Other business from Patch towns have survived the Shark Tank. Learn how you can get on the show, and a few tips to help if you get there.

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JVS Will Honor Shinola With Business Leadership Award

More People are Biking to Work; Are You?

It's National Bike to Work Week, and many more people are commuting on bikes than a decade ago. See where your city ranks nationally.

Don't Fail Mother's Day: Share Your Gift Ideas Here

Money, Mentors and Messaging: How This Small Business Was Saved

Watch how a martial arts academy grew its business with the help of the Wells Fargo Works Project, and learn how you can win a similar experience, including $25,000 for your business.

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IT’S PROM TIME! 300 prom dresses dance across Franklin Road to expanded Party Girls

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