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Study estimates marijuana as $1.4 billion industry for Michigan
Marijuana for recreational use by adults could become a $1.4 billion industry in Michigan in the years ahead.
Report: Immigrants contribute $3.3 billion to Kent County economy
Second Chances: West Michigan companies see ‘banning the box’ as a solution to talent crunch
Companies and job-placement organizations in West Michigan say an executive order signed by Gov. Rick Snyder comes as a good first step in addressing the state’s skilled trades shortage.
Schuette addresses GR Chamber endorsement controversy
Michigan GOP gubernatorial candidate Bill Schuette on Monday morning signaled further willingness to expand the state’s civil rights law following an endorsement controversy last week.
Controversy mounts over GR Chamber endorsement of Schuette in race for Michigan governor
The backlash against the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce over its controversial endorsement of GOP Michigan gubernatorial candidate Bill Schuette continues to percolate.
GR Chamber faces backlash over LGBT concerns after Schuette endorsement
Over the last several years, the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce has sought to make diversity and inclusion a key part of its mission and culture.
Municipal leaders, state officials differ over emphasis on local government funding
While Detroit’s record-setting municipal bankruptcy may be a distant memory, many business leaders around the state still view the financial health of Michigan’s municipalities as a potential ticking time bomb.
GR’s green infrastructure investments worth the cost, GVSU study finds
Grand Valley State University researchers have found the benefits outweigh the costs of Grand Rapids’ investment in green infrastructure to limit stormwater runoff.
Biz groups oppose redistricting proposal
Major Michigan business groups say a statewide ballot initiative to change the way legislative districts are drawn is flawed and unnecessary, but supporters believe the plan would help achieve shared policy goals and restore public faith in politics.