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CRAA | Holiday Travel Tips from Lansing Airport

Michigan Business Network
November 22, 2024 4:00 PM

Passengers advised to follow simple travel tips to reduce stress 

 

LANSING, Mich.— As the holiday season kicks off and with industry forecasts predicting record-breaking travel numbers over the Thanksgiving holiday, the Capital Region International Airport (LAN) is ready to welcome guests, and is sharing travel tips and holiday travel information to ensure Fly Lansing travelers’ trips go as smoothly as possible.

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MEDC | Crowdfunding Campaign Launched for "Cheboygan County Community Dog Park" in Cheboygan

Michigan Business Network
November 22, 2024 2:00 PM

$40,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

LANSING, Mich.  Cheboygan County has partnered with a committed group of its community members to transform an unused section of the County Fairgrounds into a large, fenced open space for beloved doggies.

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Detroit Auto Show and Michigan Economic Development Corporation Partner on Future Leaders Forum

A Shunpiker's Journal
November 22, 2024 11:00 AM

Inspiring the Next Generation of Mobility Leaders 

  • Seventeen Michigan universities, hundreds of students to experience Detroit Auto Show programming during Industry Days, Jan. 15-16
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Traverse Connect | The Connection - November 2024

Michigan Business Network
November 22, 2024 8:00 AM

Autumn Economic Ecosystem Report

Traverse Connect published the fall Regional Economic Ecosystem Report to highlight the vibrant economy growing and flourishing in the Grand Traverse region. Traverse Connect’s public and private partnerships are highlighted within its pages, as well as updates on target industry clusters, such as outdoor recreation, rural health innovation, advanced aerial mobility, and more.

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MEDC | State of Michigan Announces Partnership with Electreon, Xos, Inc. to Electrify Delivery in Detroit with Wireless Charging

Michigan Business Network
November 21, 2024 2:00 PM

The nation’s first road capable of charging EVs wirelessly while in motion grows its user base and showcases how wireless charging for electrified fleets reduces vehicle downtime and increases business efficiency
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Business Leaders for Michigan | 2024 Business Leaders For Michigan Benchmarking Report Shows Progress, Along with Action Needed to Reach Top 10

Michigan Business Network
November 21, 2024 1:00 PM

Michigan ranks 27th among all states, with gains driven by labor force participation and business growth                                                                                

DETROIT – Business Leaders For Michigan’s 2024 Benchmarking Report released today ranks Michigan 27th in the nation across key indicators measuring the overall economic prosperity of the state and its people. Results reflect recent gains in workforce participation, modest GDP growth and ongoing strength in business creation.

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Cinnaire | Higginbotham Art Residences Breaks Ground, Transforming Historic School into Affordable Housing

Michigan Business Network
November 21, 2024 9:00 AM

Redevelopment Project in Detroit’s Eight-Mile-Wyoming Neighborhood to Revitalize Historic School, Creating 100 Units of Affordable Housing 

On November 19, 2024, officials and community members gathered to break ground for the Higginbotham Art Residences, a transformative project that will convert the historic William E. Higginbotham School into 100 units of affordable housing.

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Bank of America Grand Rapids Day of Giving Today ~ Volunteer Activities and $1.215 Million Investment

Michigan Business Network
November 19, 2024 6:00 PM

Housing Kent named 2024 Neighborhood Champion, receiving $50,000 in funding plus access to nonprofit leadership training
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Explore Flint & Genesee | Visitor Spending in Genesee County Steadily Increasing Since 2020 According to New Report

Michigan Business Network
November 19, 2024 5:00 PM

According to the 2023 Tourism Economic County Report, visitors spent $615.8 million in Genesee County in 2023

(Flint, Mich. Nov. 19, 2024) – new report  published by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation shows tourism spending in Genesee County has increased yearly since 2020, with an increase of 9.1% from 2022 to 2023. Visitors spent $615.8 million in Genesee County in 2023, generating $73 million in state and local tax revenue.  
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The Right Place's Economic Outlook for 2025

Michigan Business Network
November 19, 2024 1:00 PM

December 5, 2024 | 7:30 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. 
JW Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids

Join The Right Place for one of the most anticipated economic forecast events in our community.

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