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Applications Now Open for $10M MiLEAP Universal FAFSA Challenge

Michigan Business Network
October 31, 2024 11:30 AM

Local School Districts and Public School Academies Encouraged to Apply for Funding to Integrate FAFSA Completion in High Schools, Empower Students to Unlock Financial Aid Opportunities

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) announced today that applications are now open for the Universal Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Challenge.

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ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Nick Chaffin, Micah Hefty, WIOA Program Details from CAMW!

Michigan Business Beat
October 31, 2024 10:00 AM

Chris Holman welcomes Nick Chaffin, program manager, and Micah Hefty, manager of intercounty operations, WIOA program leaders with CAMW! Lansing, MI

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ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Tekea Norwood, CAMW! Explains the Rapid Response Program

Michigan Business Beat
October 31, 2024 9:00 AM

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Tekea Norwood, COO, CAMW! the Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham Eaton and Clinton Counties.

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Governor Whitmer Signs Bills Expanding Eligibility for Disabled Veteran Registration Plates

Michigan Business Network
October 29, 2024 12:00 PM

LANSING, Mich.  – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bill 5127, which expands the eligibility of the Disabled Veteran registration plate to partially disabled veterans.

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Treasury: Grand Rapids Griffins Team Up with GR Consumers Credit Union to Support Fostering Futures through Austin Czarnik’s On-Ice Performance

Michigan Business Network
October 28, 2024 12:00 PM

New season will see Marco Kasper continue the assist as scoring drives donations to scholarships

GRAND RAPIDS — The Grand Rapids Griffins, in partnership with GR Consumers Credit Union, are excited to announce a $1,000 donation to the Fostering Futures Scholarship Trust Fund, a result of center Austin Czarnik’s standout performance on the ice last season.

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ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Pat O'Keefe "State of Economy and Role of Government in Emerging Markets" - Event Tuesday!

Michigan Business Beat
October 28, 2024 9:00 AM

Chris Holman welcomes Pat O’Keefe, CEO and Founder of O’Keefe, Bloomfield Hills, MI.

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Michigan Business Beat | Pat O'Keefe "State of Economy and Role of Government in Emerging Markets" - Event Tuesday!

Michigan Business Beat
October 25, 2024 5:00 PM

Chris Holman welcomes Pat O’Keefe, CEO and Founder of O’Keefe, Bloomfield Hills, MI.

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CRC of MI | Another Opportunity For Lawmakers to Make Funding More Fair for Low-Income Students

Michigan Business Network
October 25, 2024 3:00 PM

Lawmakers Can Ensure Federal Funding for Low-Income Students is Fair

This school year, the federal government will direct nearly a half billion dollars to Michigan public schools to address the learning needs of children from low-income backgrounds.

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MiLEAP Receives Nearly $20M to Continue Successful Programs to Improve Child Care Access, Quality

Michigan Business Network
October 25, 2024 12:00 PM

Programs Will be Overseen by Early Childhood Investment Corporation 

LANSING, Mich.  The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) announced today that it will use nearly $20 million in federal grants to continue four programs to improve child care quality and access in Michigan.

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LEO | Help Inspire the Next Generation of STEM Leaders:

Michigan Business Network
October 24, 2024 2:00 PM

Sponsorship Opportunities Available for "Go For Launch!" Event in Grand Ledge, MI

Grand Ledge, MI – Higher Orbits and the National Defense Industrial Association - Michigan Chapter (NDIA-MI) are calling on local businesses and organizations to sponsor the upcoming Go For Launch! event, a two-day space-themed program that uses space exploration to ignite student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM).

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