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Remote working affecting businesses

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“There has been a lot more deliveries due to the coronavirus.” said Jordan Gagala. Gagala is a delivery driver for Panera Bread and has felt the impact of COVID-19. She said there have been a lot of bigger orders with much more food, and loaves of bread have been selling at an increased rate. Panera has also dropped the need to sign for food being delivered to stop the spread. Gagala said the store is closed for any on- site eating but the drive-through, rapid pickup stations and delivery services are still open.

Business & Economy

National Pancake Day at IHOP

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National Pancake Day, Feb. 25, 2020, brought a lot of hungry people into IHop on 2771 E. Grand River Ave in East Lansing. Whether it was because of the free pancakes, because it was Fat-Tuesday or comfort food was a necessity after midterms, the reason IHOP celebrates National Pancake Day is to raise money for Sparrow Children’s Center.

East Lansing

Restaurants love Valentine’s Day

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Valentine’s Day is known for staples such as chocolate, love letters, flowers, teddy bears and romantic dates. Many East Lansing businesses thrive around Feb. 14. This certainly includes restaurants that go a step further to promote holiday specials. “Having a special increases business by a lot, because people look for deals and want the special rolls and drinks for the special occasion,” said Savannah Keasler, a supervisor and server at Maru in East Lansing.

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Watch Focal Point: Mel Tucker becomes the new football coach, New Hampshire Democratic Primaries, Michigan towns apply for make-overs

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This week on Focal Point, we’re live from a local flower shop to see how people are sharing the love on Valentine’s Day. Over the weekend, the Lansing Women’s Expo celebrated 20 years with more than 300 attendees. The Lansing Pup House celebrates Valentine’s Day with their pets during speed dating for dogs.  In entertainment, the 92nd Oscar’s had a lot of firsts and Justin Bieber returns from a four-year hiatus with a new album. 

This and more on this episode of Focal Point.

Arts & Entertainment

Blue Owl Coffee focuses on supporting community, building relationships

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Blue Owl Coffee shop looks like your typical coffee shop on the outside, but on the inside, it is quickly noticeable that it stands for so much more than just cappuccinos and muffins. Located in multiple cities in Michigan, the Reo location in Lansing on 1149 S Washington Ave, offers something unique. “At first, I came here to sing on a Monday night and was nervous, as I was not confident in my musical ability,” said Lyn Sawicki, the 73-year-old regular performer who participates in the Blue Owl’s weekly open mic night. “It is such a wonderful atmosphere, everyone is so encouraging and supportive, I was shocked and refreshed. This shop helped me reconnect with my music.”

Every Monday night, Blue Owl hosts an open mic night from 7:30-9:30 p.m. customers on a first-come, first-serve basis with 15-minute slots per person.

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Williamston Art Committee applies for grant to construct murals

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The Williamston Art Committee has applied for a grant in the hopes of commissioning four welcome murals for the city. The city has wanted to execute an art project for a long time and may finally get their chance to do so. The city has already selected one of the four sites the murals will go. It will hear back on the awarding of the grant by March.