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Regional Unemployment Rate Edges Down in October
Not seasonally adjusted unemployment rates in October declined in all 17 of Michigan’s major labor market areas, according to data released from the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. "Jobless rates declined in all major Michigan labor markets...
Southwest Michigan’s Entrepreneurs Develop Businesses through First Path
Do you have an idea or a problem that needs to be solved? A product that needs to be created? Have you had an idea for a business that you’ve been itching to make a reality? Do you feel that with a little guidance, you’d be able to finally launch your concept? If this...
Kalamazoo Ranks #1 in the Nation for Lowest Cost of Living
Among the 263 urban areas that participated in the third quarter 2021 Cost of Living Index, the after-tax cost for a professional/managerial standard of living ranged from more than twice the national average in New York (Manhattan) NY to more than 20 percent below...
Michigan Regional Jobless Rates Edge Down in August
Not seasonally adjusted unemployment rates declined in 15 of Michigan's 17 labor market areas in August 2021, according to data released from the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. "Most of Michigan's regional labor markets displayed typical...
Ascension Borgess Cancer Center Set to Open at WMU BTR Park 2
Representatives from the Western Michigan University (WMU) Business Technology and Research (BTR) Park North and newly erected Ascension Borgess Cancer Center came together today to celebrate a ribbon cutting ceremony marking the achievements of the two major...
Regional Jobless Rates Decline in Michigan During July
Not seasonally adjusted unemployment rates fell in 15 of Michigan’s 17 major labor market areas in July 2021, according to data released from the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. “Michigan’s regional labor markets continued to remain steady...
Kalamazoo Retains Top Spot on Cost of Living Index
Among the 258 urban areas that participated in the second quarter 2021 Cost of Living Index, the after-tax cost for a professional/managerial standard of living ranged from more than twice the national average in New York (Manhattan), NY to more than 20 percent below...
AZO Air Traffic Continues to Climb to New Heights
The Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) reports continued growth in passenger traffic for June and July 2021. In June 2021, passenger traffic at AZO increased 351 percent, and in July, traffic increased 183 percent from what was reported in last year’s...
Economic Development Leaders for Michigan Calls for Passage of Employment Opportunity Act
Today, Economic Development Leaders for Michigan (EDLM) and Southwest Michigan First called for quick passage of the Michigan Employment Opportunity Act. The legislation would restore economic incentives from Good Jobs for Michigan, a key tool in attracting...










