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University Presidents on Harnessing the Power of the University Research Corridor - Live - Online

Michigan Business Network
October 15, 2024 8:00 AM

Today at 12:30:  Michigan’s Competitive Advantage: Harnessing the Power of the University Research Corridor 

The Detroit Economic Club and Detroit PBS present the presidents of Michigan State, the University of Michigan, and Wayne State discussing how these leading research institutions are collaborating to develop sustainable economic solutions and a pipeline of talent for the future. 

Watch the livestream at 12:35 p.m. ET on One Detroit’s Facebook and YouTube

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LRCC | Five Local Organizations Honored as Celebration of Regional Growth Award Recipients on Nov. 6

Michigan Business Network
October 14, 2024 5:00 PM

Five Regional Organizations to Be Honored at the 19th Annual Celebration of Regional Growth Awards on Wednesday, November 6

Lansing, Mich. – Five organizations will be honored for their commitment to the Lansing region at the 19th annual Celebration of Regional Growth (CORG) Awards, taking place Wednesday, Nov. 6 at the Kellogg Center Hotel and Conference Center in East Lansing.

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Governor Whitmer Recognizes Black Entrepreneurs Day in Michigan

Michigan Business Network
October 14, 2024 10:00 AM

Celebrating the innovation, resilience, and contribution of Black entrepreneurs across the state  

LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer recognizes Black Entrepreneurs Day in Michigan, celebrating the creativity, resilience, and significant contributions of Black business owners and entrepreneurs across the state.

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ICYMI: MBN on the Road | The Lansing Center, LEPFA and LAFCU Host Ribbon-Cutting for Mamava® Lactation Pod!

Michigan Business Network
October 14, 2024 9:00 AM

Wednesday afternoon, October 9, 2024, Jeffrey Mosher was on the road to the Lansing Center, Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI.

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MBN on the Road | The Lansing Center, LEPFA and LAFCU Host Ribbon-Cutting for Mamava® Lactation Pod!

Michigan Business Network
October 12, 2024 8:00 AM

Wednesday afternoon, October 9, 2024, Jeffrey Mosher was on the road to the Lansing Center, Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI.

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Parchment achieves MEDC's Redevelopment Ready Communities "Essentials" Status

Michigan Business Network
October 11, 2024 5:00 PM

Designation signals communities have identified redevelopment goals, created master plan for the future

LANSING, Mich. – For its efforts in establishing a more streamlined development process and overall community development vision, the City of Parchment achieved the Redevelopment Ready Communities (RRC) Essentials designation, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) announced today.

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MEDC | Business Expansion Creates 40 New Jobs in Marquette

Michigan Business Network
October 11, 2024 11:00 AM

Medical equipment manufacturer Able Medical Devices to expand its footprint in the Upper Peninsula with the construction of a new facility

LANSING, Mich. -- Monday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced a business expansion project in the Upper Peninsula expected to create 40 new jobs and generate nearly $13 million in capital investment has received support from the Michigan Strategic Fund. The project is in Marquette.

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Gov. Whitmer Signs Bills to Support Michigan Students and Schools, Investing in Literacy Education, School Safety and Mental Health Programs, and More

Michigan Business Network
October 10, 2024 6:00 PM

These commonsense, bipartisan bills bolster Governor Whitmer’s commitment to Michigan’s students, schools, and educators by building on the historic investments made in the FY25 Budget.   

LANSING, Mich. -- Today, Governor Whitmer signed three bills that build on the most recent budget’s historic investments in Michigan’s students, schools, and teachers.

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Michigan Alliance for Student Opportunity Celebrates Additional School Safety Funding

Michigan Business Network
October 10, 2024 2:00 PM

LANSING, Mich. – Peter Spadafore, executive director of the Michigan Alliance for Student Opportunity (The Alliance), issued the following statement today following Gov. Whitmer’s signature on legislation that invests in making schools safer, boosts mental health resources:

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BWL Sends Crews to Help Restore Expected Power Outages Following Hurricane Milton

Michigan Business Network
October 9, 2024 12:00 PM

The Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) sent employees to Florida this morning, Wednesday, October 9 to help restore power following expected widespread damage from Hurricane Milton.

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