More Metro Detroit Area Business News....

     


A  BIG DEAL?...You bet:

Downtown Detroit Gets  it's Grocery Store:
...Detroit has been known as a "food desert" having seen the lasr store closing in 2007 [ the Farmer Jack];
...residents have had to rely on the independent grocer & or the party store venues;
...in 2008, two stores opened & quickly closed after 2 months;
...co-owner Gil Jarjis is here to stay & to that end will have limited alcohol, NO tobacco products & is debating
   the lottery sales;
...other such stores have not remained in business long in downtown Detroit, the reasons for that are"
    a. higher expenses to bring in product;
    b.financing difficulties;
    c. insurance costs;
    e. other reasons including crimes in & around stores
...admittedly, the prices for some items will be higher than at big chain stores;
...basically the store will carry staples as well as deli counter, fresh meats,  & fresh fruits /vegetable;
...a bakery will be opened within the store, as well as a hot food counter within the coming weeks;
..the store is named "Eve's Downtown Gourmet";
...it is located on Washington Avenue near Grand River;
...it has daily hours of operation, including Saturday & Sunday;
...it is located within walking distance for some Detroit residents;

NOW, it is the time to step up and keep this store viable for the area;
If you see anyone attempting to disrupt the business & / or customers --call the local police or 911;
If you know of some persons who intend to make mischief or worse there--set them straight & stay away.

This is a refreshing event for the downtown area that in the past had it's share of family stores;
Working together to patronize and protect the store can do so much for your local area.

          Another one:



For over a year, the store known as "Ye Old Butcher Shoppe"  has been in the remodel stages;
An re-opening date has yet to be announced;
This is another opportunity for the residents & office workers to stop & shop while in the Woodward Avenue area;

Both of these endeavors are to be applauded & appreciated;
Everyone needs to know that the good items are within walking distance from their homes or workplaces;

May this be the beginning of solid improvements for the downtown Detroit area--once a bastion of great shopping, restaurants & local Businesses.





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