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Suburban Inns acquires CityFlats Hotel in Holland
HOLLAND — Suburban Inns, an owner and operator of hotels across Michigan, has acquired CityFlats Hotel in Holland from an affiliate of Zeeland-based Charter House Innovations, MiBiz has learned. HOLLAND — Suburban Inns, an owner and operator of hotels...
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Universities turn to public-private partnerships to fund projects, attract students
Western Michigan University plans to revamp the entire southern portion of its Kalamazoo campus in the next five years as part of a public-private partnership. Western Michigan University plans to revamp the entire southern portion of its Kalamazoo...
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5 notable construction projects from West Michigan
Contractors are capping off another busy year for developments across West Michigan. From the largest mixed-use project in downtown Grand Rapids history, to new modern buildings in historic areas, these are five notable projects from around the region...
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West Michigan construction industry finds optimism ahead for 2020
Construction and development professionals in West Michigan remain optimistic as they look toward 2020, even though the upcoming presidential election and ongoing talent issues are causing headwinds. While some markets might slightly change next year,...
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West Michigan sees continued demand to build senior housing
Senior housing development has been booming across West Michigan and nationwide as the population ages and more people need help as they get older. Senior housing development has been booming across West Michigan and nationwide as the population ages...
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Developers plan new west side Grand Rapids office building
GRAND RAPIDS — A group of developers are positioning their proposed new Leonard Street office building as a gateway to Grand Rapids’ west side. GRAND RAPIDS — A group of developers are positioning their proposed new Leonard Street office building as a...
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Southeast Michigan REIT acquires Walker Home Depot location for $22.5 million
WALKER — A Southeast Michigan real estate investment trust has acquired a key retail facility along the Alpine Avenue corridor in Walker. WALKER — A Southeast Michigan real estate investment trust has acquired a key retail facility along the Alpine...
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Wise Men Distillery plans downtown Grand Rapids location
GRAND RAPIDS — Kentwood-based Wise Men Distillery LLC is planning a downtown Grand Rapids tasting room. GRAND RAPIDS — Kentwood-based Wise Men Distillery LLC is planning a downtown Grand Rapids tasting room. The distillery, which opened at 4717...
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Slashing MEDC budget could stall local projects, economic developers warn
GRAND RAPIDS — As the state Legislature continues budget talks, West Michigan economic development executives remain concerned about a $26 million cut to the Michigan Economic Development Corp. budget. GRAND RAPIDS — As the state Legislature continues...
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Shoreline erosion poses issues for coastline development
As erosion along the Great Lakes coastline puts properties in jeopardy, the future of development along Michigan’s coasts remains uncertain. As erosion along the Great Lakes coastline puts properties in jeopardy, the future of development along...
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Dwelling Place takes on two affordable housing pilot programs
GRAND RAPIDS — A pair of pilot programs will target two distinct populations of people to help them gain further access to affordable housing in downtown Grand Rapids. GRAND RAPIDS — A pair of pilot programs will target two distinct populations of...
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The Comedy Project offers improv training to corporate teams
GRAND RAPIDS — For many people who work behind a desk, the thought of being funny in front of an audience is terrifying. GRAND RAPIDS — For many people who work behind a desk, the thought of being funny in front of an audience is terrifying. But the...
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Q&A: Bob Davies President, Central Michigan University
Just more than a year into his presidency at Central Michigan University, Bob Davies has embarked on an ambitious 10-year strategic plan that outlines the vision for where the school needs to be by 2030. He said he initiated the effort in response to...
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Developer breaks ground on west side Grand Rapids affordable housing project
GRAND RAPIDS — A Wisconsin developer has started construction on a new affordable housing development on Grand Rapids’ northwest side. GRAND RAPIDS — A Wisconsin developer has started construction on a new affordable housing development on Grand...
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Detroit-based Two James Spirits plans Grand Rapids tasting room
GRAND RAPIDS — A popular Detroit-based distillery will open a Grand Rapids tasting room inside of 7 Monks Taproom on Michigan Street. GRAND RAPIDS — A popular Detroit-based distillery will open a Grand Rapids tasting room inside of 7 Monks Taproom on...
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Facing insolvency, Gill Corp. seeks ‘exorbitant demands,’ customer alleges in bombshell lawsuit
to buyers who will continue to produce parts formerly made by Gill, according to court documents. -- MiBiz Staff Writer Sydney Smith contributed to this report.
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Grand Castle Apartments secures $48 million bridge loan
GRANDVILLE — The Grand Castle LLC has secured a $48.3 million bridge loan from Maryland-based real estate finance firm Walker & Dunlop Inc. GRANDVILLE — The Grand Castle LLC has secured a $48.3 million bridge loan from Maryland-based real estate...
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Developers, officials hope Studio 28 housing project catalyzes more development
WYOMING — Developers of a $35 million housing project at the former Studio 28 movie theater property hope the development will be a catalyst for more activity in Wyoming. WYOMING — Developers of a $35 million housing project at the former Studio 28...
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Spectrum Health acquires office building on Medical Mile
GRAND RAPIDS — Spectrum Health continues to scoop up property along Michigan Street east of downtown and its Butterworth Hospital campus. GRAND RAPIDS — Spectrum Health continues to scoop up property along Michigan Street east of downtown and its...
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Ada gains steam with new businesses
ADA — After observing the revitalization of the Ada Village Business District, outdoor retailer Bill & Paul’s Sporthaus is expanding in the suburban community with a new 3,669-square-foot store. ADA — After observing the revitalization of the Ada...