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Local officials continue to seek billions in direct federal budget aid
A coalition of Michigan local officials is calling on the Trump administration to back additional direct budget aid for municipalities in the next federal stimulus package, maintaining their months-long appeal to avoid a lasting recession.
Breaking News
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Whitmer declares racism a public health crisis; COVID-19 cases plateauing statewide
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to have a disproportionate effect on Black Michigan residents, state officials have declared racism is a public health crisis requiring…
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Perrigo reports boost in Q2 sales
Perrigo Co. plc grew sales more than 6 percent in the second quarter as earlier high demand eased for some medications during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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West Michigan Community Bank continues Grand Rapids-area expansion
West Michigan Community Bank has extended its Grand Rapids-area footprint with a new office in Grand Rapids Township.
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Whitmer directive clamps down on COVID-19 violations among state licensees
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has directed state agency heads to use their resources to clamp down on pandemic-related rules violations and consider safety compliance when licensing…
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Wolverine cites e-commerce growth, pandemic adjustments for better than expected Q2 results
ROCKFORD — Executives at footwear and apparel company Wolverine World Wide Inc. say the actions they took earlier in the year in reaction to the COVID-19…
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Traverse City satellite communications firm selected for NASA contract
TRAVERSE CITY — A Traverse City-based satellite communications company is the recipient of a Small Business Innovation Research contract from NASA. -
Grand Rapids hires firm to study feasibility of relocating from 201 Market
GRAND RAPIDS — The city of Grand Rapids has hired an architecture firm to study the feasibility of relocating city operations from prime riverfront property near downtown that has been…
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Northern Michigan tribe pitches former Pugsley jail site for space command center
KINGSLEY — Among the many plans sketched out for the Grand Traverse Science and Technology Innovation Center, the roughly 145-acre location could potentially become a key component in making Michigan a… -
Leveraging tribal sovereignty gives cannabis firm entry to off-limits Michigan markets
SAULT STE. MARIE — Lume Cannabis Co. has figured out a way to open retail marijuana dispensaries within communities that have blocked businesses that participate in Michigan’s adult-use market.
COVID-19 BUSINESS RESOURCES (SPONSORED)
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REAL ESTATE & DEVELOPMENT
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West Michigan architecture firm seizes ‘cutting edge’ AI technology
GRAND RAPIDS — Artificial intelligence is growing increasingly common in the construction industry to automate mundane yet critical tasks.
HEALTH CARE
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AI speeds development of personalized health care
When the COVID-19 pandemic took hold in Michigan, Priority Health turned to predictive analytics to identify which members were at the highest risk.
FINANCE
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New diversity-focused VC fund seeks $5M locally before making national pitch
GRAND RAPIDS — A new venture capital fund to invest in businesses owned by racial and ethnic minorities looks to secure financial backing locally before reaching out nationally for investors.
FOOD / AGRIBUSINESS
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Ag sector leans on AI tools to better inform crop, nutrient decision making
When 2012 brought a drought to the state, it had corn growers feeling a bit skittish about their yield potential, which caused corn prices to peak.
MANUFACTURING
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Manufacturers balance generational knowledge, skills to achieve effectiveness in Industry 4.0
When Rolar Products Inc. recently added a 10-axis Swiss-style screw machine to its shop floor, the Muskegon-based provider of precision machine products turned to its senior-most employee to take the…
ENERGY
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Four electric vehicle fast-charging stations now operating under utility rebate program
Four electric vehicle fast-charging stations are now operating along major highway corridors in the Lower Peninsula as part of the state’s and major utilities’ efforts to build supportive infrastructure allowing…
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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AI helps regional approach to city planning
The Grand Valley Metropolitan Council, which serves as the centralized hub of information for 39 West Michigan municipalities, has been using AI and machine learning to store, analyze and forecast…
NONPROFITS
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Fundraising, maintaining morale among challenges for new nonprofit leaders
Sheldon Schwitek is among a number of West Michigan nonprofit executives who found themselves in new leadership positions in the middle of a pandemic.
TALENT
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City groups planning fall “mashup” of events in place of ArtPrize
GRAND RAPIDS — Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. is reallocating $50,000 it initially budgeted for ArtPrize 2020 toward a new event tentatively planned for September.
SMALL BUSINESS
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In lawsuit, Kent Co. sports bar argues for insurance adjustment, citing pandemic closure
BELMONT — As many people stayed home and ventured out less for several weeks during the closures related to the COVID-19 pandemic, auto insurers responded.