Milkins Jewelers Marks 120 Years of Family Tradition
By: Shandra Martinez
The jewelry store has evolved while preserving family legacy and craftsmanship.
Milkins Jewelers began with a dream and a $50 investment.
How Brown Sugar & Spice Books Shines a Light on Diversity & Inclusivity
By Shandra Martinez
Jacqueline Galloway-Blake’s pioneering online Metro Detroit bookstore champions diversity, literacy, and representation in education.
Jacqueline Galloway-Blake remembers her frustration when she did an informal survey of New York City’s bookstores in the 1970s and could not find books with Black children as the main characters.
Tall Leprechaun, Big Tradition
Maloney Carpet One’s St. Patrick’s Day Sale blends tradition, community connection and innovative marketing strategies.
By Shandra Martinez
At 6 feet tall, Jeff Maloney might not seem like the obvious choice to play a leprechaun.
