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“Support for these projects underscores our commitment to our ‘Make It in Michigan’ economic development strategy’s focus on the people, places, and projects that are integral to growing Michigan’s economy,” says Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

Redevelopment of vacant buildings and spaces to bring housing and retail to these 5 Michigan towns

“Support for these projects underscores our commitment to our ‘Make It in Michigan’ economic development strategy’s focus on the people, places, and projects that are integral to growing Michigan’s economy,” says Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

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"At Holcim, improving sustainability goes hand-in-hand with accelerating economic development," says Jaime Hill, North America region head at Holcim.
Alpena cement plant wins statewide industry award for sustainability measures

"Holcim is making a lasting impact on sustainability with innovative ideas that have had a profound impact on the broader manufacturing industry, the state of Michigan and our global environment," says John J. Walsh, president and CEO of the Michigan Manufacturers Association.

Tina Arroyo is the entrepreneur behind Spectacle Society in Detroit.
Women entrepreneurs get financial boost from new private foundation

A Traverse City-based foundation aimed at helping women entrepreneurs celebrated its first anniversary by awarding $375,000 in grants to female-founded businesses in 14 states, including two in Michigan. 

“I’m proud that we’re supporting projects in every region," says Amy Hovey, CEO and Executive Director of MSHDA.
Statewide program awards $30M in grants to build and rehab more than 700 housing units

“I’m proud that we’re supporting projects in every region," says Amy Hovey, CEO and Executive Director of MSHDA.

“The Byron Pocket Park represents a creative re-use of a long vacant space in the Village,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz. Pictured here is the lot in downtown Byron as it stands today.
This Michigan village plans to transform a vacant lot into a downtown destination

“The Byron Pocket Park represents a creative re-use of a long vacant space in the Village,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz.

Community leaders in the Village of Baldwin celebrate as the latest Michigan community to achieve "Redevelopment Ready" designation.
These 4 rural Michigan communities are latest to be designated as ‘Redevelopment Ready’ from state

The month of October has proven to be a fruitful one for the economic development teams of four different rural communities.

Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II at the inaugural Mobility Conference in Detroit.
Innovative mobility programs in Ionia and Marlette among winners of Equitable Mobility Challenge

“This important funding program will help address mobility gaps and other barriers to underserved areas of the state, particularly for senior citizens, individuals with disabilities and veterans,” says State Transportation Director Bradley C. Wieferich.

Image rendering of the Hickory Creek Park Pavilion by Abonmarche.
Village of Stevensville plans new universally accessible pavilion at Hickory Creek Park

“The Hickory Creek Park Pavilion will not just be a static shelter, it will be a gathering place fitted with universally accessible amenities throughout and will help to further activate a beloved community space,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz. 

Paddle Antrim is an Elk Rapids-based nonprofit that advocates for the Chain of Lakes Watershed area in northwest Michigan.
Mini-grants available for projects that create ‘ripple effect’ along the Chain of Lakes Watershed

"Through this program, we’ve been able to extend our efforts in protecting our waterways by supporting projects that have made a significant positive impact on our watershed," says Deana Jerdee, Paddle Antrim Executive Director.

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Annual Michigan Outdoor Summit celebrates, strengthens outdoors communities

The annual Michigan Outdoor Summit in Traverse City brings together a host of players in the diverse outdoors sector. Their goal? To celebrate the outdoors and encourage more Michiganders to appreciate the natural beauty around them. 

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