by Kimberly Viers | Jun 22, 2021 | Business
Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) to announce economic assistance for projects approved by the Michigan Strategic Fund Board today. One of the many projects announced includes the expansion of American Axle &...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 17, 2021 | Business
Governor Gretchen Whitmer today accelerated the end of all COVID-19 epidemic orders on gatherings and masking as COVID-19 cases continue to plummet following increased vaccinations. Beginning June 22, capacity in both indoor and outdoor settings will increase to 100...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 16, 2021 | Business
Governor Gretchen Whitmer asked the legislature earlier today to expand Michigan’s Back-to-Work Incentive, which builds off of the state’s Work Share program, to give eligible laid-off employees a $300 per week bonus for returning to the workforce through September 4,...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 15, 2021 | Business
266 Michigan Ave Kalamazoo, LLC plans to renovate a historic four-story building into a mixed-use development in the Haymarket historic district of downtown Kalamazoo. When completed, the project will include 11 residential units on the upper floors, with upgrades to...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 15, 2021 | Business
Midwest Fastener Corp. is making investments at its Portage, Michigan headquarters located on Shaver Road, as well as expanding operations at its Decatur facility. The fastener manufacturer and distributor announced a $10.8 million investment that will create 90 new...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 10, 2021 | Business
Among the 265 urban areas that participated in the first 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...
