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MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Group envisions parks, renewable energy at former Michigan coal plants
A Chicago-based environmental law group is launching a new initiative this year to work with Michigan utilities and local governments on potentially repurposing closed or soon-to-retire coal plants with public amenities and renewable energy generation.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Report tracks growth for lakeshore companies despite challenges
Economic development organization Lakeshore Advantage Corp. last month released a report highlighting growth among companies in Allegan and Ottawa counties despite ongoing labor and supply chain headwinds.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: West Mich. economy regains footing after pandemic downturn
West Michigan’s economy and workforce have largely rebounded from the pandemic-induced downturn of early 2020, according to a recent report from economic development organization The Right Place Inc.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Ottawa Co. adopts $32.7M ARPA spending plan
Ottawa County commissioners last week signed off on a $32.7 million spending plan that will direct federal stimulus funding to two dozen local projects.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Talent, inflation top concerns for West Mich. biz execs, survey finds
A survey of more than 300 West Michigan business leaders shows that talent availability and inflation are their biggest barriers to growth, while investing in automation and raising prices will be key measures to overcome risk.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Statewide housing tax incentive bills clear legislative hurdle
State House lawmakers late last week passed a series of bills that aim to make it easier for developers to build much-needed projects through various tax incentives.
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MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Small biz group leads opposition to federal rule proposal for ‘gig economy’ workers
The Biden administration last month proposed new rules for employers that could have sweeping implications for small business owners who rely on independent contractors.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Development-ready sites narrowed down across West Michigan
West Michigan economic development agencies have spent the past eight months inventorying more than 100 sites across the region and selecting the top 10 that could be most suitable for large projects.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Kent Co. officials see affordable housing path with ARPA funding
Affordable housing was a key theme among proposals submitted to county officials by organizations seeking a share of $127 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funding.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Kent Co. prepares to select projects for federal ARPA funding
Kent County officials are in the process of narrowing down hundreds of funding requests for more than $100 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act dollars.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Michigan SOAR fund ramps up incentives for major projects
A recently created statewide economic development fund created to distribute incentives continues to dole out funding for major projects.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Butterworth landfill solar project could advance following settlement agreement
A long-discussed plan for a large solar project at the former Butterworth landfill in Grand Rapids could be moving forward under a recent settlement agreement approved by state energy regulators.
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MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Furniture manufacturers navigate return-to-office uncertainty with cost cuts
Steelcase Inc. and MillerKnoll Inc. — the two largest players in office furniture manufacturing — are experiencing lower order volumes as corporations delay return-to-office plans, and are both responding with cost-cutting measures in the coming weeks.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Municipalities approve tax incentives for major battery manufacturing proposal
Local officials in Mecosta County on Monday night approved long-term tax incentives for a potential electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant eyed for the Big Rapids area.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: ‘Transformational’ battery project eyed near Big Rapids
State and local economic development officials are in the process of luring a major Chinese electric vehicle battery manufacturer to Mecosta County that could result in thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in investment over the next decade.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: BHSH 2022 revenues dragged down by Beaumont Health
First-half financial data for BHSH System show a nearly $100 million loss for Beaumont Health was offset by stronger performances by Spectrum Health and Priority Health in West Michigan.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: New state laws roll back COVID-19 workplace protections
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer earlier this month signed three pieces of legislation into law that begin to roll back workplace protections for both employers and employees before eliminating them entirely by July of 2023.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Tax cut negotiations coming between Whitmer, GOP lawmakers
As Gov. Gretchen Whitmer prepares to sign off on the next state fiscal year budget, the administration and GOP-led Legislature will now shift their attention to reaching a potential compromise on tax relief for the public.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Economic development, mental health funding in latest state budget deal
The recently announced state budget deal between top Republican lawmakers and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer includes hundreds of millions of dollars for economic development and mental health care projects.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: State lawmakers advance housing bill package
State House lawmakers last week advanced a four-bill package to help alleviate housing shortages statewide by incentivizing developers to build projects across varying price points.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Whitmer seeks resolution to ‘unworkable’ timeline involving two West Mich. tribes
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently appealed to the U.S. Department of the Interior for help in resolving an “unworkable” timeline as two tribes separately make economic development efforts.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: West Michigan food producers on front lines of formula shortage
Four food manufacturing companies with operations in West Michigan are on the front lines of the ongoing baby formula shortage that is causing significant challenges for families with infants.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Most GR cannabis equity businesses not meeting goals
Very few Grand Rapids cannabis businesses are fulfilling social equity promises they made three years ago to gain an advantage when applying for a city license, though some city officials say the program is filled with “unattainable” goals.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Consumers Energy supporting EV charging rollout
Consumers Energy announced plans today that it will issue 200 rebates over the next two years to help offset the cost for site hosts to install electric vehicle charging stations.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Grand Haven to consider Chinook Pier redevelopment proposal
City officials in Grand Haven are considering a Zeeland-based developer’s proposal to reconfigure Chinook Pier in downtown.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Whitmer, Republicans unveil competing tax cut plans
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Republican legislators have offered competing tax cut proposals in recent weeks as a result of budget surplus and an influx of federal stimulus funding.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Recapping the Legislature’s swift action on economic development incentives
State lawmakers moved quickly last week to advance new economic development incentives, with the House and Senate passing legislation to create new funds and programs to attract major advanced manufacturing projects.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV: The Right Place expands to Mason, Mecosta counties
GRAND RAPIDS — Regional economic development organization The Right Place Inc. recently announced new partnerships that would bring its services and expertise to Mason and Mecosta counties in West Michigan.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV: Bell’s Brewery deal latest in West Michigan craft beverage acquisitions
GRAND RAPIDS — Bell’s Brewery Inc.’s announcement last week that it’s selling to the parent company of New Belgium Brewing Co. sent shockwaves through Michigan’s craft beverage industry. It also represents the latest in a series of high-profile deals involving Michigan craft beverage companies.
MiBiz on WOOD-TV: New Community Transformation Fund names first managing director
GRAND RAPIDS — A venture capital fund that plans to invest in minority-owned businesses has named Ollie Howie as its first managing director.