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Bustin’ blight in Shiawassee County: Countywide program brings down derelict building in downtown Owosso

"Each project we complete removes a hazard, improves surrounding property values, and sends a clear signal that Shiawassee County is serious about its future," says Greg Brodeur, chair of the Shiawassee County Board of Commissioners and SCLBA board member.

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Wisconsin company relocates to Menominee County, bringing $1.2M investment

With the relocation to the U.P. , Menco LLC will consolidate operations and expand its capabilities. The move is expected to create 13 jobs.

This classic Northern Michigan brewery to open third location in Traverse City as part of big redevelopment plans

The approximately 16,000-square-foot space will be reconfigured to host Short’s Brewing as the anchor tenant, featuring the company’s array of award-winning craft beer as well as dedicated space for food, live music, and events.

Chobani expansion gains approval, bringing jobs and growth to Muskegon

State approval advances Chobani’s $567 million expansion, expected to create hundreds of jobs and boost dairy production in Muskegon County.

Coopersville lands $17M water upgrade to drive growth, add 150 jobs

Coopersville secured $17 million to modernize water infrastructure, support Fairlife expansion, create jobs, and strengthen West Michigan’s growing agribusiness economy.

“This is great news that will help spur growth in Northern Michigan. Housing has been a major issue in our region and across the state,” says Sen. John Damoose.
State awards $1.5M toward rehab, redevelopment of 131-year-old building in downtown Petoskey

A $5.3 million mixed-use project will revive the 131-year-old building while adhering to the federal Secretary of the Interior's standards for historic building ehabilitation.

Rx Kids brings financial relief to pregnant mothers in Montmorency

Launched in Flint in 2024, Rx Kids provides direct cash support during pregnancy and early infancy, which is one of the most financially challenging and developmentally critical periods for families.

Up to 15 Saginaw Valley wheat farmers will be accepted into the sustainability and incentive program each year.
Michigan’s agricultural agency launches innovative contaminant research grant

MDARD is one of the first state agriculture agencies in the nation to create a research grant program dedicated to understanding how PFAS influences agriculture systems.

Michigan Iron Industry Museum closed due to roof damage

The structural damage was caused by heavy snow; the roof is intact but several trustees that bear the roof's weight began cracking on Feb. 21.

By Rail, Boat, or Otherwise: Charlevoix looks to the future as it celebrates its past

The Charlevoix Historical Society readies the release of a “landmark new publication” regarding the region’s waterways.

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