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CourtMerch Brings Humor and Creativity to Racket Sport Fashion

Amy Gillett and Carolynn Hayman love tennis, but they also love having a laugh. As the co-founders of CourtMerch, a lifestyle brand based out...

Ann Arbor T-Shirt Company’s Rise to Riches

In 2018, longtime friends Jerry Kozak and Ricky Winowiecki moved their T-shirt company to their 30,000-square-foot warehouse on 505 S Maple Rd, Ann Arbor.

Washtenaw County Farmers Market Roundup

Spend your summer surrounded by local produce, delicious treats and artisanal products at the many farmers markets across Washtenaw County.

Find a Washtenaw County CSA That Works For You

We have Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) memberships in Washtenaw County that you need to check out.

Pink Shamrocks Brings Antiques and DIY Fun to Milan

Named for owner Rita Gordon’s love for the color pink and Irish heritage, Pink Shamrocks began about fifteen years ago when Gordon and her husband were looking to furnish their house.

Salt City Antiques Exemplifies a Family’s Lifelong Passion

“The antique store is just a bunch of fun for me and mom,” Salt City Antiques Co-Owner Steven Hudock said. The store, located at...

5 Inspiring Washtenaw Women Entrepreneurs

This month, we are highlighting five Washtenaw County women business owners who inspire for Women’s History Month. Patty Hoffman, Illustrator, owner of Happy Street Studio,...

Support Black-Owned Businesses in Washtenaw County

Our black neighbors need our support. Let’s give it by supporting local black-owned businesses in Washtenaw County. This list will help!

August Biz Buzz 2023

Here’s what’s happening locally this month in Washtenaw County: openings and business updates in Ann Arbor, Saline, Chelsea, Dexter, Ypsilanti, Milan and more.

The Story Behind Netflix’s “The Pez Outlaw”

The Netflix documentary "The Pez Outlaw" follows the story of Steve Glew, a small-town Michagander, who made 4.3 million dollars smuggling knock-off Pez dispensers...

Shop Local in Ypsilanti on Small Business Saturday

Looking for a unique gift for that person who has everything and is oh-so hard to shop for? Head to Ypsilanti.  Ypsi has a diverse...

Cuban Restaurant Feels Like A Tropical Trip

Upon traveling from our home in Ann Arbor to Ypsilanti to enjoy "Latin American Cuban Cuisine," we were immediately struck by the humble and...