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Traverse City tech incubator awarded $50K grant for support services
TRAVERSE CITY — Technology startup incubator 20Fathoms has received a $50,000 state grant to help fund a position that can provide additional support services in… -
Mecosta County, township officials approve 30-year Renaissance Zone incentive for potential battery project
BIG RAPIDS — A trio of Mecosta County municipalities have approved a 30-year tax incentive to help lure a multi-billion dollar electric vehicle battery manufacturing… -
State board takes first step to approve $225M bond for potash mining facility
The Michigan Strategic Fund has taken an initial step in approving a $225 million bond for a company pursuing a large-scale potash mining operation in… -
Spectrum Health to break ground on orthopedic surgery and care center in Grand Rapids Township
GRAND RAPIDS TWP. — BHSH Spectrum Health West Michigan plans to break ground today on a new orthopedic outpatient surgery and care center in Grand… -
Cocktail bar and brewery to soon open in former Sovengard space on GR’s west side
GRAND RAPIDS — A new cocktail bar as well as a second location of Broad Leaf Brewery & Spirits are set to open in the…
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Next-gen ag producer seeds future growth in deal for West Michigan greenhouse
WYOMING — A national company at the forefront of next-generation agricultural practices is putting down roots in West Michigan after being lured to the region in part by its legacy of… -
Q&A: Conference to define challenges, opportunities with rural economic development
The W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research in Kalamazoo and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago will host a conference this week in Greenville and Grand Rapids focused on rural…
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GR developers welcome changes expanding first-floor residential in biz zones
GRAND RAPIDS — The developers behind a 120-unit apartment building on Leonard Street NW cite a recent zoning change allowing more ground-floor residential units for helping the project get off… -
State, labor officials seek ‘culture change’ to improve mental health in construction industry
With decades of experience in the trades, DeShon Leek understands firsthand the dark side that comes with working in the construction industry.
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North Ottawa eyes opportunities in merger with Trinity Health
GRAND HAVEN — In deciding to merge into the large Trinity Health ecosystem, North Ottawa Community Health System potentially stands to reap one immediate benefit: a greater ability to attract… -
Restaurant for dogs serving ‘barkcuterie’ boards, meal bowls opening soon in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS — Jessica Ann Tyson is taking the concept of a dog-friendly restaurant a step further by making canines her main customer.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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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.
MANUFACTURING
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Steelcase execs attribute salaried job cuts to ‘dark clouds,’ slow adoption of hybrid work models
GRAND RAPIDS — Steelcase Inc.’s plan to eliminate up to 180 salaried positions this fall comes as the economy faces what CFO and Senior Vice President Dave Sylvester calls “dark clouds”…
SMALL BUSINESS
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10 startups land $20K each at Start Garden Demo Day
GRAND RAPIDS — Amanda Rostic on Wednesday night passed out samples of tea she batch brewed the night before with a special ingredient she thinks will set her product apart…
REAL ESTATE & DEVELOPMENT
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Housing experts lay out plan to encourage more infill housing across Michigan
Officials with the Michigan Economic Development Corp. and Michigan Municipal League have announced plans to speed up new housing projects across the state by focusing on solutions for infill development.
HEALTH CARE
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North Ottawa Community Health System merging into Trinity Health Oct. 1
GRAND HAVEN — North Ottawa Community Health System will become part of Trinity Health Michigan on Oct. 1 when the two health care systems close their planned merger.
NONPROFITS
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GR housing nonprofit steps into developer role to address low-income needs
GRAND RAPIDS — Well House is working to construct new housing units in addition to its existing 15 homes that are occupied by renters that were formerly homeless.
FOOD / AGRIBUSINESS
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Michigan Craft Beverage Council seeks applications from distillers to qualify for reduced state markup on products
The Michigan Craft Beverage Council has opened applications for a new qualified distillers program, as well as for its annual research grant funding.
FINANCE
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Acrisure expands digital offerings with latest acquisition
GRAND RAPIDS — Grand Rapids-based fintech and global insurance broker Acrisure LLC has acquired an Illinois company that helps small businesses obtain quotes and buy customized coverage online.
ENERGY
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Corporate demand drives new renewable energy projects across Michigan
Over the past few years, corporate demand for cleaner energy to power their operations has directly led to the development of large-scale wind and solar projects across Michigan.
TALENT
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Q&A: West Coast Chamber embraces change amid leadership transition
Throughout her career, Jodi Owczarski has learned to wear many different hats. She’s worked in human resources at a large manufacturing company, run a nonprofit organization, launched her own business…
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