![]() ![]() A spokesperson for the State Department wrote in an emailed statement that the department appreciates “community-led efforts to support the Afghan relocation and resettlement process, which reflects the generosity of the American people and the international community.” Marcus’ group said more than 350 people have been rescued, with nearly 300 leaving Kabul on other chartered flights that “Operation Flyaway” reimbursed for providing safe passage from the country. The team had been met with skepticism from experts who questioned whether they had the capability to pull of such a mission at a time when governments, corporations and charity groups were rushing to get their citizens and employees out of Afghanistan on whatever aircraft they could. The organizers had said they were seeking to rescue 300 people who, along with their families, were “at imminent risk of being executed by the Taliban.” Those who were evacuated, Marcus said, were women, children, humanitarians and others “who’ve been fighting for the greater good in Afghanistan for a long time,” as well as their families. they don’t deserve what their future holds if they stay in Afghanistan right now.” “We’ve shed the political divisions in this situation and really come together from all walks of life to rally together and save these people because. “I don’t know what word to use besides miraculous, because it’s restored a faith in humanity,” Marcus said. Saraya International, a global development firm, and the Rockefeller Foundation, which both provided organizational support for the flight to Uganda, as well as another company involved with the evacuation, confirmed to the AP that the flight was chartered by the emergency collaboration financed through Marcus’ Go FundMe campaign. “It’s beyond humbling that they have that faith in me, that they’re willing to put significant amounts of money into hands that I trust,” Marcus told The Associated Press. More than 121,000 people had donated to the campaign after Marcus made an appeal to his 832,000 followers, making it one of the largest humanitarian fundraisers in GoFundMe’s history. ‘Please help’: Afghan human rights activist turned to Canada to save family from the Taliban Subscriber content In addition to takeout, catering is available, and delivery soon will be available.Ottawa offers no concrete measures to rescue Canadians and Afghan refugees left behind in Afghanistan People can order online or by calling (616) 734-6833. Tuesday-Saturday and will soon add lunch service and Sunday hours. Joel put a lot of work into it, and we’re really excited it’s finally seeing the light of day.” It’s crispy and golden-brown around the edges, with an amazing, light, chewy interior. “We’re really focusing on fresh, high-quality ingredients, and the dough is unique unto itself. She said she and Wabeke are proud their Detroit-style pizza concept has finally come to fruition. ![]() Wepman said this fall, Quarantino’s will begin offering the family-style, prepared options that were popular at Kingfisher, as well. The restaurant also has a “provisions” menu that offers ingredients such as flour, yeast, farm-fresh eggs, sourdough starters and Sparrows Coffee by the bag. In addition to its regular menu of specialty and build-your-own pizzas, Quarantino’s offers a menu of vegan and gluten-free pizza options, as well as a variety of salads, desserts and nonalcoholic beverages. Wepman said they closed Kingfisher due to the bad timing of the pandemic and the difficulty of operating a successful concept there, but they were able to transfer Kingfisher’s staff over to Quarantino’s. “And as we are consistently trying to focus on takeout and delivery options, it just turned out to be the perfect time to finally make happen a pet project he’s had for a long time.” It’s been a passion of his and is a great vehicle for using local produce in a vibrant, delicious way,” Wepman said. ![]() “Joel has actually been working on Detroit-style pizza as a side project for many years. Wepman told the Business Journal she and her husband devised Quarantino’s for two reasons: to make real Wabeke’s longtime dream to open a Detroit-style pizza joint, and to give the couple a sustainable cold-weather takeout business for during the pandemic, as patio service at That Early Bird and Littlebird will close when the season ends, limiting the businesses’ revenue streams. Their other eatery, Kingfisher Restaurant & Deli, at 1001 Lake Drive SE, closed last month. Wepman and Wabeke also co-own That Early Bird Café, across the street at 1445 Lake Drive SE, and The Littlebird, at 95 Monroe Center NW downtown. Quarantino’s is inside the former D’arts Donuts, which closed two years ago.
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