Technology and Innovation

Longform Joyanne Huston-Swanson, community relations for the Kent District Library, works with a wi-fi hotspot that is available for checkout at the library. Patrons have used the hotspots to access telehealth appointments, among other needs. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Telehealth expansion has made health care more accessible during the pandemic – but not for everyone

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, April 15, 2021
Development News Is the cost of internet a barrier? There’s a federal program that helps pay for broadband for low-income families, called the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB). The program pays up to $50 a month toward broadband service for eligible families. Catalyst MidlandTechnology and Innovation

The results are in: Midland County Broadband Committee shares survey results and initial action plan

Crystal GwizdalaThursday, April 15, 2021
Development News The Receptor securely receives packages and deliveries. The Keel - Port HuronTechnology and Innovation

DB Delivery Solutions of China Township recognized with small business award

MJ GalbraithThursday, April 15, 2021
Feature Story BirCan abstract Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiTechnology and Innovation

How an Ypsi auto software company helped feed Turkey's stray dogs during the pandemic

Jeanne HodeshWednesday, April 14, 2021
Development News Sterling Heights muralist Wendy Popko is excited about her new mural at Dodge Park, which will include the use of augmented reality. Metromode - Metro DetroitArts and Culture

New Sterling Heights mural to blaze a trail using augmented reality (AR)

Kate RoffThursday, April 8, 2021
Development News M&N Plastics Metromode - Metro DetroitEconomic Development

Auto supplier expands into Sterling Heights with M&N Plastics acquisition

Kate RoffThursday, April 8, 2021
Innovation News Toyota Principal Engineer Jennifer Pelky installs a car seat. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiTechnology and Innovation

Ann Arbor-based Toyota engineers develop app to make car seat installation simpler and safer

Monica HicksonWednesday, April 7, 2021
Longform AFC Ann Arbor soccer club chair Bilal Saeed. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiTechnology and Innovation

Washtenaw County tech leaders advocate for their industry to define "talent" by more than a degree

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderWednesday, March 24, 2021
Innovation News Mi Padrino founder and CEO Kim Gamez wears one of the masks she and her team created for DoYouMask.com. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEntrepreneurship

From dressing up to masking up: How an Ann Arbor quinceañera-planning business survived the pandemic

Jeanne HodeshWednesday, March 24, 2021
Feature Story As Blumira has increased its workforce and plans to double its headcount in 2021, leaders have made connectedness a priority with virtual events to promote camaraderie and help new team members get to know one another. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiTechnology and Innovation

Boosted by pivot to remote work, Ann Arbor cybersecurity company doubles staff during pandemic

Emily BendaWednesday, March 10, 2021
Development News The partnership “says a lot about our board, about Port Huron’s position in the state,” says Josh Sabo. The Keel - Port HuronTechnology and Innovation

‘The goal is to keep IBM in Port Huron’: Registration opens for technology and education competition

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 4, 2021
Longform A person uses the DayTwo Precision Nutrition app. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Saginaw health workers among first to try new tech that creates personalized diets for diabetics

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, February 25, 2021
Feature Story An app will enable you to rent a bird scooter. Catalyst MidlandTransportation

Midland expands shared transportation options as part of accessibility improvement strategy

Marta ManningThursday, February 25, 2021
Longform New Foundry CEO Rich Chang. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiTechnology and Innovation

How can Washtenaw County build a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech sector?

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderWednesday, February 24, 2021
Feature Story Stash Ventures Epicenter - Mount PleasantEconomic Development

Cannabis, a growing industry in Mt. Pleasant

Liz FredendallThursday, February 4, 2021
Innovation News NEEDEE's logo. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiArts and Culture

New free app aims to help Ann Arbor and Ypsi creatives promote events, products, services to locals

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderWednesday, February 3, 2021
Feature Story Patricia Lopez Metromode - Metro DetroitTechnology and Innovation

Creating business chemistry: Q&A with Alchemist Ventures COO Patricia Lopez

Kate RoffThursday, January 21, 2021
Feature Story COVID-19 Workforce Epicenter - Mount PleasantTechnology and Innovation

Challenges and chances, the impact of COVID-19 on the future workforce

Gabrielle HaidererThursday, January 14, 2021
Longform Jottful founder Dawn Verbrigghe. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEntrepreneurship

COVID-19's challenges prompt positive changes in Ann Arbor businesses' workplace culture

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderWednesday, January 13, 2021
Longform Laith Al-Saadi does a livestream performance at the Ark. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiArts and Culture

Washtenaw County venues turn to streaming shows to maintain community connections during pandemic

Doug CoombeWednesday, January 6, 2021
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