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AAA: Michigan Gas Prices Drop Another 12 Cents

Michigan Business Network
June 10, 2024 7:00 AM

The Michigan state average is down 21 cents compared to this time last year

DEARBORN, Mich., (June 6, 2024) - Gas prices in Michigan are down 12 cents from a week ago. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $3.43 per gallon for regular unleaded. This price is 18 cents less than this time last month and 21 cents less than this time last year.

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Detroit Regional Chamber | Preliminary Data from Record-Breaking NFL Draft

Michigan Business Network
June 6, 2024 5:00 PM

MACKINAC ISLAND (May 30) —One month after a record 775,000 people attended the three-day football festival, preliminary data is starting to emerge that demonstrates the event's positive impact on Detroit. The 2024 NFL Draft demonstrated the importance of Detroit and Michigan hosting major events to shine a positive spotlight on the City and State.  

Visit Detroit and the Detroit Sports Commission are working with Dr. Patrick Rishe of Washington University in St. Louis to compile a comprehensive economic impact study. That report will likely be done in late June, but preliminary data points to how successful the Draft was for Detroit.
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Registration Open - AIAM Industry Luncheon

Michigan Business Network
June 6, 2024 10:00 AM

Aerospace Industry Luncheon  

Wednesday, July 17, 2024  

11:00 AM – 2:00 PM   

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UM Health-Sparrow Charlotte Oncology Welcomes Daniela Weiss, D.O.

Michigan Business Network
June 6, 2024 8:00 AM

Charlotte, Mich. – University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton welcomes Daniela Weiss, D.O., to provide high-quality care at UM Health-Sparrow Charlotte Oncology.

Weiss is a hematologist/medical oncologist board certified in oncology and hematology. She treats all cancers and hematological conditions with specific clinical interests that include breast and gastrointestinal cancers.

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First Lansing-Based Public Relations Firm Commemorates Its 45th Anniversary

Michigan Business Network
June 5, 2024 5:00 PM

Publicom celebrates milestone anniversary

First Lansing-based public relations firm commemorates its 45th anniversary 

OKEMOS, Mich. –  This year is special for full-service marketing communications firm Publicom as it commemorates its 45th anniversary in 2024. 

Founded in 1979 by Richard Cole and David Hayhow, Publicom was the first public relations firm in Lansing, Michigan. It was established in response to seeing the region’s critical and significant need for a PR firm that could understand and be sensitive to the public policy process. Publicom's office was near the state capitol in downtown Lansing for 20 years to effectively manage and assist its government clients.

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Senator Stabenow Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing for Her Leadership in Transforming Behavioral Health Services in our Country

Michigan Business Network
June 5, 2024 4:00 PM

Stabenow Honored for Lifelong Effort to Create High-Quality Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Services in Communities Across the Country 

WASHINGTON, D.C.  Senator Debbie Stabenow received the Lifetime Achievement award from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing for her tireless work to expand access to mental health and substance use disorder care for millions across the country.

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Bay Future Announces New President & CEO

Michigan Business Network
June 5, 2024 2:00 PM

BAY FUTURE, INC. ANNOUNCES JIM REAUME AS NEW PRESIDENT & CEO

Bay County, MI - Bay Future, Inc., the countywide economic development organization committed to business retention, attraction, and expansion, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Reaume as its new President & CEO.

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MDHHS partners with Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA)

Michigan Business Network
June 5, 2024 12:00 PM

on New Recovery Housing Investment Program 

LANSING, Mich. – As part of efforts to reduce overdose deaths and decrease disparities, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is providing $2.5 million to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) to expand access to recovery housing for people across Michigan struggling with opioid use disorder and any co-occurring substance use disorders or mental health conditions.

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Cinnaire Advances Economic Equity Through Youth Development Initiatives

Michigan Business Network
June 5, 2024 11:00 AM

Cinnaire is dedicated to advancing economic equity and actively supports organizations that empower the next generation and foster economic success. Junior Achievement (JA) is a global youth-serving organization that plays a vital role in preparing young people for future job opportunities. By providing innovative and hands-on learning experiences in financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship, JA paves the way for employability and job creation. Cinnaire proudly serves as Inclusion Sponsor, helping to advance JA’s work in the Mid-Michigan region.

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Michigan Education Association Honors 42 Students

Michigan Business Network
June 5, 2024 10:00 AM

with 2024 MEA Scholarship
 
EAST LANSING —  The Michigan Education Association announced the recipients of the 2024 MEA Scholarships on Tuesday, honoring exemplary public school students from across the state who will attend a Michigan public university this fall.
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