Northland Mall in Southfield was the first. Hundreds have followed. But as malls change, one surprising trend has emerged: Many are popular again after waves of closures and changes.
Paula Gardner
Paula directs the business reporting on Bridge, writing much of it and setting the strategy for how statewide business coverage fits into Bridge’s nonpartisan policy-driven editorial mix. Paula came to Bridge in 2020 after several years at MLive.com, where she covered the state on both business and environmental teams. Prior to that, she was editor of the Ann Arbor News and news director of online startup AnnArbor,com, and also focused on business news as an editor and reporter at Michigan Business Review. Born and raised in metro Detroit, Paula moved to Ann Arbor to attend the University of Michigan, and has lived in the city for 20 years with her husband, who grew up in their neighborhood. Paula also regularly visits East Lansing and Grand Rapids to visit her college-aged children. She can be reached at pgardner@bridgemi.com
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U-M Health preps major metro Detroit expansion with Kmart site buy
The $4.2 million deal gives U-M a prominent location for its deeper expansion into metro Detroit as the health system plots statewide growth.
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Michigan approves $50M for Upper Peninsula copper mine — but with conditions
The Michigan Strategic Fund agreed to spend $50 million to support the Copperwood mine project in the western U.P. Supporters say the mine will provide much-needed jobs, while detractors warn of potential environmental effects.
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Michigan’s auto industry awaits an EV revolution in flux
As the EV market evolves, Michigan and its signature industry are in the middle of it all. Here are 4 things to know right now about the shift.
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Michigan automakers get breathing room on EVs. Bigger political battle looms
Landmark federal emissions rules designed to cut greenhouse gases include some concessions for manufacturers. The implications — both political and economic — are massive for Michigan.
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Michigan Senate OKs corporate subsidy overhaul in push for higher wages
Sweeping plans would revamp Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s signature business incentive program while creating tax breaks for higher-wage jobs and innovation.
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Michigan targets prosperity in plan to boost training and wages for workers
State agencies focused on Michigan’s workforce will try to accomplish three main goals aimed at more jobs, more training and ultimately better pay.
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What is a ‘good-paying’ job in Michigan? Tell us what you think
What is middle class in Michigan or enough to live comfortably? Definitions vary, but are key to the state’s growth goals. Let Bridge know what you think.
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See where Michigan is giving corporate subsidies for expansions, new jobs
The state awarded $335 million in job-growth subsidies in 2023. Use this map find out where, pay for jobs and investment details.
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In Michigan, 60% of jobs don’t pay middle-class wages. Can state stop slide?
Debate about corporate subsidies comes as business leaders, others sound alarms that wages in Michigan incomes aren’t keeping pace with the nation. They are calling for investments in education, high-tech jobs.