‘Everything we’ve worked for is in jeopardy,’ says Andy French of Aubree’s Pizzeria and Grill. Feb. 1 is the most recently announced possible date for reopening, but state officials still have not released specific requirements.
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Covering the intersection of business and policy, and informing Michigan employers and workers on the long road back from coronavirus. Our Michigan Economic Dashboard shows key metrics that show how the state is performing.
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Latino contractors seek bigger piece of southwest Detroit’s building boom
Word-of-mouth referrals and neighborhood work can keep Spanish-speaking builders busy, but many now aim for bigger jobs. An industry-focused group is helping them make business plans and grow.
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Q&A: Help is on the way in 2021 for firms struggling in Michigan
The CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corp. says the business development pipeline is active – and important for the state’s recovery.
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Q&A: Michigan nonprofits facing ‘uncertain environment’ in pandemic
Donna Murray-Brown, CEO of the Michigan Nonprofit Association, speaks to the challenges and opportunities emerging during COVID-19.
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Best of Bridge Michigan: The top business stories of 2020
The pandemic left hundreds of thousands out of work, closed businesses and left others struggling for their livelihoods.
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What COVID relief deals in Lansing, Washington mean for Michigan families
Here’s what we know about new legislation that, when signed into law, will help laid-off workers with extra cash payments and extended benefits.
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Owner of former Michigan Big Boy readies for COVID contempt hearing
Troy Tank has defied orders to close indoor dining at his restaurant in the Thumb, saying his economic survival depends on business as usual. But Sanilac County’s top health official wants the place closed amid a virus surge he calls “rampant.”
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West Michigan’s manufacturing base is helping it beat pandemic recession
Demand for workers is high as a low unemployment rate in Grand Rapids and an active manufacturing sector prompts ‘war for talent.’
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Michigan spends $8.5M to push small manufacturers to become ‘digital ready’
The awareness plan for ‘Industry 4.0’ technology calls for 50 percent of the state’s manufacturing sector to pursue the changes by 2025.
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Doug Rothwell: Michigan economy is no longer last but needs to improve
Doug Rothwell retired from Business Leaders for Michigan this year after decades of trying to boost Michigan’s economy. He says much work remains.