Columbia woman turns castoffs into stylish refashioned wear
Jillian Owens, 32, refashions thrifted garments into fashionable items to save money and reduce waste. She blogs at refashionista.net and has shown how to transform a funeral frock into a cocktail dress and gaucho pants into a one shoulder look. Her work gained national attention via BuzzFeed and ABC Good Morning America, with plans for a book and library classes. Owens works with United Way of the Midlands and promotes accessible sewing to others.
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Detroit advances in bankruptcy era upgrades before trial
Detroit has relit neighborhoods, sold or torn down vacant homes, cleaned transit, and renegotiated union contracts as bankruptcy trial nears. Creditors vote looms on whether to accept cuts. mayoral actions include 10,000 new streetlights and state control of Belle Isle.
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Atlantic City loses casinos as market overbuild hits region
Atlantic City faces a rapid casino market crash with 12 casinos at start of year dwindling to about eight by September. The shutdown of The Atlantic Club and planned closings of Showboat Trump Plaza and Revel threaten nearly 8,000 jobs, signaling broader regional and national caution about overbuilt gambling.
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