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PHOTOS: Gov. Whitmer, Rep. Andrews Announce MSHDA Home Repair Program

Michigan Business Network
January 26, 2024 9:00 AM

Open to Southwest Michigan Residents

>BENTON HARBOR, Mich.  -- Thursday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer,  State Rep. Joey Andrews and the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) announced a $300,000 grant to the Berrien County Land Bank for energy-efficiency home repairs and upgrades to eligible homeowners.
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Foster Swift Elects Three Shareholders for 2024

Michigan Business Network
January 25, 2024 11:00 AM

LANSING, Mich. –The shareholders of Foster Swift Collins & Smith, P.C. have elected three of its attorneys as shareholders as the firm enters 2024: Michael A. Cassar, Alexander S. Rusek and Hilary J. Stafford. Both Cassar and Stafford have both been with Foster Swift since 2016 when they participated in the firm’s Summer Associate program.

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Gov. Whitmer Delivers 2024 State of the State Address,

Michigan Business Network
January 25, 2024 10:00 AM


Outlines Vision to Lower Costs, Improve Education, and Help Anyone Make it in Michigan  

LANSING, Mich – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer delivered her 2024 State of the State address in front of a joint session of the Michigan Legislature. She laid out her plans to lower costs, improve education, and ensure anyone can “make it” in Michigan.

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Gov. Whitmer's 2024 State of the State Address as Prepared for Delivery

Michigan Business Network
January 25, 2024 7:00 AM


LANSING, Mich. -- Wednesday night, Governor Gretchen Whitmer will deliver her 2024 State of the State Address in front of a joint session of the Michigan Legislature.

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How to Watch Gov. Whitmer’s 2024 State of the State Address Tonight

Michigan Business Network
January 24, 2024 12:00 PM


LANSING, Mich. -- Tonight, Governor Gretchen Whitmer will deliver the 2024 State of the State Address in front of a joint session of the Michigan Legislature at 7:00PM. You can watch live online or on television. 

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Gov. Whitmer Announces Approval for Economic Development Projects Creating Nearly 1,000 Jobs Across the State

Michigan Business Network
January 23, 2024 3:00 PM

 
  • Australian global green energy, metals, and technology company Fortescue chooses Michigan for its U.S. Advanced Manufacturing Center, citing state’s automotive leadership, strong engineering talent 
  • Germany-based provider of EV charging stations EcoG establishing U.S. headquarters in Corktown neighborhood of Detroit, building on region’s mobility innovation ecosystem 
  • Logistics provider Fifth Wheel Freight creating flagship headquarters in Michigan, creating 352 jobs  
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Gov. Whitmer Announces Michigan Wins New Advanced Manufacturing Center from Global Green Energy, Metals, & Technology Company Fortescue

Michigan Business Network
January 23, 2024 12:00 PM

  •  Company selects site in Detroit for U.S. Advanced Manufacturing Center, underscoring Michigan’s leadership in EV and future mobility, strength of state’s talented workforce 
  • Project builds on state’s sustainability, clean energy efforts   

LANSING, Mich. -- Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that Fortescue, a global provider of zero emission resources for the production of renewable energy, plans to establish its U.S. Advanced Manufacturing Center on Piquette Avenue in the city of Detroit with support from the Michigan Strategic Fund.

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Gov. Whitmer Announces Winner of 2024 State of the State Art Contest

Michigan Business Network
January 19, 2024 10:00 AM

LANSING, Mich.   – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the winner of the 2024 State of the State art contest is Vivian Kern of Bay City Central High School.  The student’s artwork will be displayed in the 2024 State of the State program and they will receive a gift box from Cherry Republic. 
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Gov. Whitmer Announces 165 New Jobs w/ Three Business Expansions in Lexington, Ithaca, & Standish

Michigan Business Network
January 18, 2024 3:00 PM

  •  Longstanding pickled products manufacturer Gielow Pickles expanding in the village of Lexington, adding 100 jobs 
  • Milk transport tanker manufacturer Trinity Truck and Trailer Service investing at its headquarters in Ithaca, creating 100 jobs 
  • Material handling equipment manufacturer Magline expanding operations in Standish, investing $875,000  
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Gov. Whitmer Signs Executive Order Shifting Functions Within State Departments to Improve Efficiency, Cut Red Tape

Michigan Business Network
January 17, 2024 4:00 PM

Postsecondary Educational Attainment, Indian Tuition Waiver, Tax Tribunal will be transferred and changes to Workers’ Compensation Appeals Commission will improve integrity

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