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As Blumira has increased its workforce and plans to double its headcount in 2021, leaders have made connectedness a priority with virtual events to promote camaraderie and help new team members get to know one another.
Boosted by pivot to remote work, Ann Arbor cybersecurity company doubles staff during pandemic

Last year the startup raised $2.6 million, doubled its staff, and saw widespread adoption of its automated cybersecurity threat detection and response platform.  

As more contagious COVID variant is detected in Washtenaw County, officials urge continued caution

Since the B117 variant is more transmissible, the health department is increasing testing and doing additional investigation for positive tests.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program with the United Way of Washtenaw County.
Free tax assistance program bolsters financial stability for Washtenaw County families amid COVID-19

In a time when finances are particularly uncertain for many, the United Way of Washtenaw County will continue to provide free tax support to the community this tax season. 

A flyer for the book club.
Ann Arbor SPARK offers free team-building book club for entrepreneurs

Facilitators will conduct activities and lead discussions on what makes a good leader and how to work with others to achieve success.   

Ann Arbor Entrepreneurs Fund partners with startups to create DEI-focused internship program

The program was created to offer more opportunities to students who are underrepresented in the tech sector, and for Ann Arbor tech startups to strengthen their DEI efforts and have access to new talent. 

A person uses Workit Health's mobile addiction treatment platform.
In COVID-19 pandemic, Ann Arbor-based Workit Health finds opportunity to combat opioid epidemic

The company's founders say the pandemic has created new opportunities for telehealth addiction treatment. 

BreezeBubble founder Arohi Jain wears the flexible silicone mask she designed.
Recent U-M grad’s face-mask startup booms, but is built to last post-pandemic

Arohi Jain's company, BreezeBubble, has been overwhelmed by consumer interest since the pandemic hit. But Jain originally designed the mask for pollution-heavy environments and plans to continue targeting that market when the pandemic subsides.

Matt Perkins often will make Michigan Harvest of the Month™ recipes at home. Some of the family's favorite recipes are a sweet potato hash and homemade salsa.
Michigan Harvest of the Month™ instills healthy habits in class, at home, and for life

Michigan Harvest of the Month™ materials educate children about fruits and vegetables through materials including posters, recipe cards, food tasting activities, and an online recipe collection. 

Past Youth Council members meet to discuss grantmaking.
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation seeks input from all county youth to guide grantmaking decisions

The 25 high school students on the AAACF Youth Council distribute $80,000 in grants annually. This year, for the first time, their Youth Needs Assessment covered not just Ann Arbor young people, but all young county residents.

The Washtenaw County Food Policy Council.
Washtenaw County Food Policy Council annual report highlights food insecurity dashboard

The council, a sub-committee of the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners, includes representatives from various sectors of the local food system, including education, economic development, and waste management.

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