Final Year-End Help Needed for Military and Veteran Support

Consider backing the Michigan Freedom Center’s service to others

Detroit, Michigan Make Big Leaps in Small Business Friendliness Survey

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

Wayne County 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.

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?

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 Trenton-Grosse Ile Area

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

Northville Goes All-Out for Small Business Saturday

Need more incentive? Downtown Northville is partnering with local nonprofits to provide a gift wrapping station in Northville Square.

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-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.

Dumpster Rental

New Oakland U. president appointed

125 Great Business Ideas to Release Your Inner Entrepreneur

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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.

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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.

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.

Tomato Festival at Ray Hunter Garden Center in Southgate

Color Your Garden with Perennials class at Ray Hunter Southgate

Summer Rose Care Class at Ray Hunter Southgate

Garden Club Appreciation Weekend at Ray Hunter Southgate

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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?

Charity Shopping Day at Ray Hunter to benefit the Downriver YMCA

Charity Shopping Day at Ray Hunter to benefit The Information Center

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.

Final Expense Insurance

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.

Summer Garden Care Class

Class on Hydrangeas at Ray Hunter Florist & Garden

Class on growing Vines at Ray Hunter Florist & Garden

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