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Private power companies in Puerto Rico are under scrutiny as officials demand fewer outages
Read full article: Private power companies in Puerto Rico are under scrutiny as officials demand fewer outagesTwo private power companies in Puerto Rico have come under scrutiny while presenting plans to stabilize the island's crumbling electric grid as officials demanded immediate action to minimize chronic power outages.
Here’s where to pick up a cup of java in Ann Arbor for National Coffee Day
Read full article: Here’s where to pick up a cup of java in Ann Arbor for National Coffee DayWith consumption at a 20-year high, we can’t think of a better way to celebrate National Coffee Day, on Saturday, Sept. 29., than to get some java from a local cafe.
Company pledges to reduce Puerto Rico outages amid anger
Read full article: Company pledges to reduce Puerto Rico outages amid angerPersistent power outages and threats from Puerto Rico’s government have prompted a company that operates the island’s transmission and distribution system to announce that it would dedicate more resources and crews to improve service.
Popular coffee roastery opens up in old Detroit Institute of Bagels location
Read full article: Popular coffee roastery opens up in old Detroit Institute of Bagels locationJames Oliver Coffee company has been roasting coffee for several local restaurants and is finally opening up its own cafe. Michelle Oliver shares the story behind this family roastery.
Ypsilanti’s Cultivate Coffee & Tap House to close indefinitely, owner says
Read full article: Ypsilanti’s Cultivate Coffee & Tap House to close indefinitely, owner saysIn an open letter to the community, the owners of the Ypsilanti go-to for pop-ups and beer said that the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, along with limited space, factored into the decision.
Ann Arbor cat cafe offering area teens free feline therapy this week
Read full article: Ann Arbor cat cafe offering area teens free feline therapy this weekFrom Wednesday to Sunday, high school students can visit the Humane Society of Huron Valley’s cat café, at 5245 Jackson Rd., for free feline therapy.
One-of-a-kind business opens in Eastern Market blending coffee, co-working, events, and lemonade
Read full article: One-of-a-kind business opens in Eastern Market blending coffee, co-working, events, and lemonadeWhether you want a creative cup of coffee, a quiet place to work, or a spot to host your next big event, Bea’s in Eastern Market has you covered.
Ann Arbor cafe owner launches effort to revive small businesses lost to pandemic
Read full article: Ann Arbor cafe owner launches effort to revive small businesses lost to pandemicDavid Lin had to close two of his Ann Arbor businesses during the pandemic. He's hoping a new crowdfunding effort will bring back small businesses across the U.S.
Oklahoma town eases pandemic, one restaurant meal at a time
Read full article: Oklahoma town eases pandemic, one restaurant meal at a time(Zack's Cafe via AP)NEW YORK – In Miami, Oklahoma, restaurants and their customers are doing their part to ease pandemic heartache, one meal at a time. The idea of providing free, pre-paid meals spread from restaurant to restaurant a few months ago. Many recipients are homeless or have otherwise hit hard times since the pandemic rolled into Miami (pronounced my-AM-uh), population about 13,000. AdSo far, customers at The Dawg House have provided more than 600 meals. The area’s plentiful casinos have reopened, and restaurants like The Dawg House have welcomed back in-person dining, with fewer tables to provide for social distancing.
NOW studios gives visitors opportunity to ask questions, explore, experience change and play
Read full article: NOW studios gives visitors opportunity to ask questions, explore, experience change and playOwned by Petals and Bubbles Sandcastle, the studios are a springboard for change and to dismantle unproductive mindsets. That space allowed community members to pay their own price and use the space for anything, from music festivals to moth storytelling. Community members can choose from three price points or pick their own price. NOW studios is a safe space to explore, express and process, and spaces like the downtown Ann Arbor studio seem to work. Community members can tune into NOW programming via live streaming and social media platforms.
This Church has been transformed into a café
Read full article: This Church has been transformed into a caféDetroit – For over 100 years people have been meeting at this old church in the Atkinson Avenue neighborhood of Detroit, but now people are gathering for a new reason, delicious food and drinks! In March of this year, the church opened its doors again, as The Congregation, a café. One of the major features you see in the space is a large organ. You will also spot beautifully restored stained glass around the building, as well as old pews, and other church furniture. Out front their sign says “Café, Coffee, Cocktails, and Community” and that is exactly what they offer.
Treat yourself to take-out from this Parisian-style cafe
Read full article: Treat yourself to take-out from this Parisian-style cafeChelsie is originally from the Downriver community, but Jono was a musician and so they moved around a lot. They fell in love with a local coffee maker, Chazzano Coffee Roasters, and decided to serve French food alongside their French pressed coffee. They make many things from scratch and have a commitment to using high quality, local ingredients. Try out their blueberry muffin recipe! Promenade Artisan Food's Blueberry Muffin (WDIV-TV 2020)Promenade's Blueberry Muffin RecipeIngredients3 Cups All-Purpose Flour1.5 Cups White Sugar4 tsp Baking Powder1 tsp Salt2/3 Cup Whole Butter Milk2/3 Cup Vegetable Oil2 Large Eggs2 Pints Fresh BlueberriesMethodMix all dry ingredients together in a medium-sized bowl.