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MEDC CEO on C&S Machine Bertrand Township facility expansion: ‘We celebrate this long-standing Michigan company’

By Art Benavidez | Aug 11, 2022

A manufacturer of precision components will expand its production facility in Bertrand Township in Berrien County.

Slotkin on CHIPS Act: ‘This bill helps prevent future shortages’

By Art Benavidez | Aug 5, 2022

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) recently signed a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing supply chain issues in the U.S.

Wayne County Executive on bipartisan budget: ‘A number of wins in this budget for our community’

By Art Benavidez | Jul 29, 2022

On July 20, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) signed the bipartisan-based state budget for the 2023 fiscal year.

Ware on bipartisan budget for public safety: ‘Job's Court is a novel and innovative solution’

By Art Benavidez | Jul 28, 2022

The bipartisan budget for fiscal year 2023 includes several provisions that enhance public health and safety.

MEA president: Education budget ‘will help address serious challenges' in schools

By Art Benavidez | Jul 24, 2022

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently signed a bipartisan budget that marks the biggest per-student investment in Michigan’s history.

Flint mayor: Municipal pensions ‘will guarantee the availability of funds to pay retirees’

By Art Benavidez | Jul 14, 2022

The bipartisan budget for Fiscal Year 2023, which aims to help working families in Michigan, honor those who served, and fund critical local projects, was recently passed.

Whitmer: ‘Agriculture is a cornerstone of Michigan’s economy’

By Art Benavidez | Jul 5, 2022

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) recently signed a series of bills that are meant to support the state’s agriculture economy.

McCarren: New 'training center will help thousands of residents in Detroit'

By Art Benavidez | Jun 28, 2022

The Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights (MRCC) recently held a grand opening ceremony for their new training facility in northwest Detroit.

Whitmer: ‘We are fixing the damn roads to save drivers time and money’

By Art Benavidez | Jun 23, 2022

Motorists in Benzie, Cheboygan, Eaton, Emmet, Genesee and Wayne counties should be mindful of current road developments currently underway.

Whitmer on MET giveaway: 'An awesome way to celebrate 35 years of helping Michigan families save for higher education'

By Art Benavidez | Jun 22, 2022

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has announced that $1.5 million in prize money will be given away to celebrate Michigan Education Trust’s (MET) 35-year anniversary.

Warren C. Evans: 'We’ve always known Wayne County is a great place for global companies to call home'

By Art Benavidez | Jun 14, 2022

Electric vehicles have been a hot commodity for Ford and the company will invest over $2 billion in its facilities to enhance its electric vehicle production and create new jobs.

Ajegba: DNR, Adopt a Charger partnership 'fits nicely with MDOT's goal to enhance connectivity' for state EV charging circuit

By Art Benavidez | Jun 10, 2022

The first of what will be 15 electric vehicle charging sites at state parks was recently celebrated by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and associated partners.

Gretchen Whitmer: 'The MI Kids Back on Track program would double down on tackling unfinished learning by investing in what our kids need most'

By Art Benavidez | May 27, 2022

A new program under the moniker "MI Kids Back on Track" hopes to extend learning opportunities through tutoring, according to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI).

Melvindale City Administrator: 'The FDCVT award is great news!'

By Art Benavidez | May 19, 2022

During last week’s Economic Development Week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer stated that $3 million was being allocated to 11 cities to enhance infrastructure and public safety improvements.

Sen. Stabenow: 'It’s exciting to see the University transform new technology and innovation into new jobs and new businesses for Michigan' as CMU plans to rehab facility with $1.4 million grant

By Art Benavidez | May 18, 2022

The Central Michigan University Research Corporation incubator and accelerator will be rehabbed to the tune of a $1.4 million grant from the Economic Development Administration (EDA), according to a joint announcement from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo.

Gilchrist: ‘I had a great time ... learning about the impact our administration’s investments have had for parents, educators, and students’

By Art Benavidez | May 2, 2022

Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist (D-Mich.) visited two schools in Detroit recently to acknowledge Student Appreciation Week.

Whitmer grants funding to two Children’s Savings Account pilot programs: 'It has long been our dream to help Head Start families save for their children’s education'

By Art Benavidez | Apr 29, 2022

Two Children’s Savings Account (CSA) pilot programs will be granted $1 million, according to an announcement by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Michigan Economic Development Corporation on carbon neutrality: 'we are focused on attracting and growing businesses that demonstrate sustainable practices'

By Art Benavidez | Apr 28, 2022

A guide to lead the state to obtain carbon neutrality by 2050 with 2030 objectives, known as MI Healthy Climate Plan, was recently announced by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Whitmer: Current infrastructure investments 'will ensure our bridges and roads are safe for years to come'

By Art Benavidez | Apr 13, 2022

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently announced the renovation of numerous bridge projects in the state that will create jobs.

'This announcement is a win for Detroit and for Michigan': Detroit to host 2024 NFL Draft

By Art Benavidez | Apr 12, 2022

The NFL recently announced that the 2024 NFL Draft will be held in the Motor City.

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