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Economic Development

Flagstar Bank launches 'Big Ideas' small business investment in Pontiac with 11 grants

Nina Misuraca IgnaczakMonday, January 8, 2018

Eleven small businesses in Pontiac are the recipients of Flagstar Bank’s first round of business investment grants and loans, totaling $125,000 in grants and a $35,000 loan.

Entrepreneurship

Autoliv creating 384 jobs over 5 years

Esther GimWednesday, December 27, 2017

The company is consolidating its operations in Southfield into one facility, and is expecting to create 384 jobs over five years.

Entrepreneurship

Art gallery and gift shop opens in Berkley, showcases Michigan makers and international artisans

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 21, 2017

A new shop in downtown Berkley peddles stories much as it does wares.

Entrepreneurship

From the firehouse to the kitchen, former Highland Park fireman opens BBQ spot in Utica

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 21, 2017

There's a new barbecue joint in Utica, and it's taken an interesting path to getting there.

Economic Development

Custom training company in Troy wins design award for corporate headquarters

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 21, 2017

Lisa Toenniges, CEO of Innovative Learning Group, believes in the power of design.

Entrepreneurship

Detroit's Build Institute to begin teaching small business classes in Ferndale

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 21, 2017

Build comes to the burbs.

Kids and Education

Honey creating oasis for mothers in Ferndale

Dorothy HernandezWednesday, December 20, 2017

Necessity is the mother of invention, and that essentially sums up how Brooke Miller created honey, a comprehensive wellness space for mothers and mothers-to-be in Ferndale.

Arts and Culture

Go Comedy Improv! to host 24-hour charity fundraiser in Ferndale

Aaron MondryMonday, December 18, 2017

This year, the proceeds will be split between three charities: The Tim Hayden Scholarship Fund, Gilda's Club of Metro Detroit, which provides support to cancer patients, and The Diana George Jacokes Endowment Fund,

Community Development

Pontiac's Catherine Johnson on how G.I.R.D.L.E. helps women build self-esteem

Nina Misuraca IgnaczakThursday, December 14, 2017

Named for the illustrious support garment, God Is Raising Devoted Ladies For Excellence gives support to women facing personal crises in Pontiac.

Sustainability

New website highlights Macomb County, east side parks and trailways

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 14, 2017

When visiting the website, users click on a trailhead, which then describes connected trailway, lists amenities, offers a map with associated paths, and suggests local businesses and landmarks.

Lawrence Technological University President Virinder Moudgil and Southfield Public Schools Interim Superintendent Derrick Lopez signed the Blue Devil Southfield Scholars agreement.

Kids and Education

Lawrence Tech to give $3.5 million in scholarships to Southfield Public Schools students each year

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 14, 2017

The scholarship is called the Blue Devil Southfield Scholars program.

Economic Development

Novi's Morrison Industries aims to hire 100 employees over two years

Esther GimWednesday, December 13, 2017

The goal is to start production with 15 to 20 employees and aim for 100 employees over the next 24 months.

A safety technician inspects a child's car seat

Video: Why car seat checks keep Michigan's children safe

Christopher SlatWednesday, December 13, 2017

It's surprisingly complex to properly install a child's safety seat. We visited a seat check day at a local dealership to learn about the many things required to do it correctly.

Community Development

Pursuing growth, Wyandotte doubles down on arts & culture

Patrick DunnWednesday, December 13, 2017

A new chapter is being written in the story of Wyandotte's cultural scene. Metromode's Patrick Dunn tells us what it's saying.

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Sustainability

What’s a river worth? New report sets economic value on the Huron River

Nina Misuraca IgnaczakWednesday, December 13, 2017

The study estimates that the river contributes $53.5 million in economic output annually, and more than $150 million annually in ecosystem services provided by the Huron River.

Community Development

Walkable by design: Downtown Northville plans for foot access

Karen DybisThursday, December 7, 2017

One of the region's quaintest towns is also one of its most walkable. Here's how downtown Northville makes sure you can get around on two feet.

Entrepreneurship

Urban marketplace with more than 60 local vendors opens in West Downtown Dearborn

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 7, 2017

The self-described local urban marketplace features products from more than 60 vendors, including coffee from Common Grace Coffee Co., albums from Stormy Records, and jewelry from Rebel Nell.

Arts and Culture

Fast-paced gastropub, craft beer and cocktail bar celebrates grand opening in Troy

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 7, 2017

Eats and Crafts is a fast-paced gastropub and casual dining spot, complete with a scratch kitchen, circle bar, and garage doors.

Technology and Innovation

123Net surpasses over 100 employees

Esther GimWednesday, December 6, 2017

According to the company, the "arms race for more bandwidth has driven 123Net to continue hiring to keep pace."