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DTE and Consumers Energy sue to block political donation ban 2 days after voters approve it

The restrictions also extend to certain executives' immediate family members.

Michigan · 11h

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Riding the ‘Silver Tsunami’: Women shedding corporate careers for entrepreneurship

This story originally appeared in Encore Magazine Nov. 1. It is republished here as part of the Southwest Michigan Journalism Collaborative’s coverage of equitable community development. The SWMJC is a group of 12 regional organizations dedicated to strengthening local journalism. To learn more, visit swmichjournalism.com. When Katie Boertman, 50,...

Kalamazoo, MI · 21h
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Michigan Economic Report: Manufacturing Growth Slows, Detroit Unemployment Rises as State Economy Sends Mixed Signals

LANSING — Michigan’s economy is showing signs of slowing as 2026 draws to a close, with weakening manufacturing orders in West Michigan, rising unemployment in metro Detroit and significant questions about the size of the state’s workforce. Meanwhile, employment reports from the Michigan Department of Technology, Management...

Michigan · 1d
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FFA Special Projects Lab: hack NASA satellite technology, monitor coral reef health in Caribbean

An agriscience educator is using his connections as a retired military veteran to help students prepare for careers differently. Bob Richards has been working for the past two decades as a high school educator following a career with the Michigan Army National Guard. “It’s not always what you know,” he...

Michigan · 1d
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Consumers granted more time to negotiate sale of Calkins Dam

The future of the dam that created Lake Allegan remains unsettled after Michigan regulators gave Consumers Energy more time to negotiate over its proposed sale of 13 hydroelectric dams. The Michigan Public Service Commission voted Nov. 5 to extend its deadline for ruling on the proposal, which includes the Calkins...

Allegan, MI · 1d

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Study: IN, MI, OH among states with smallest household debt increase

Indiana, Michigan and Ohio are among the states with the smallest household debt increase, according to a new study. A new study from personal-finance company Wallethub shows household debt rose to $19.1 trillion in the third quarter. Total household debt increased by $166 million during the third quarter, an increase...

Michigan · 16h

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USW members set to vote on new labor contract with Cliffs

It took about five months, but Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. mining and steelmaking employees represented by the United Steelworkers (USW) union, will soon vote on ratification of new labor contract agreements between the two sides. The Cleveland-based iron ore and steelmaker agreed with the USW on a new tentative labor contracts with...

Minnesota · 3d

WILX

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Petroleum Analyst talks gas prices

Lansing, MI · 1d

Michigan Advance

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Commentary: GM’s former factories are attracting data center developers as redevelopment continues

General Motors’ historic 2009 bankruptcy was so massive that it’s taken 15 years for a real estate trust to clean up and sell the hundreds of buildings and thousands of acres of land across 14 states that GM left behind.  And the work isn’t done yet.  Bruce Rasher is RACER Trust’s redevelopment manager. Rasher, who […]

Michigan · 3d

9&10 News

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Cadillac Chamber CEO David Cox announces retirement after decades of community service

After nearly 50 years in the workforce, Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce President and CEO David Cox is preparing for retirement. Cox says he's looking forward to new experiences while ensuring a smooth transition for the Chamber.

Cadillac, MI · 20h

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West Michigan's youngest home buyers find starting the American Dream challenging

WEST MICHIGAN — Gannon Andrews and Hailee Larabee are evidence the "American Dream" of owning a home is not out of reach. However, high interest rates, the high prices of homes and the number of new builds being down make finding a starter home difficult. "Seven offers we went...

Kalamazoo, MI · 2d

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Flowers Early Learning Names New CEO

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN’S LARGEST PRESCHOOL PROVIDER NAMES NEW CEO. The largest early care and education agency in Southwest Michigan has named a new leader for only the fourth time in its 54-year history. Kevin Wordelman accepted the role of Chief Executive Officer at Flowers Early Learning (formerly Tri-County Head Start) in August, having previously served as Chief Operations Officer and Human Resources Director for the agency that serves nearly 600 children and families every year.

Van Buren County, MI · 3d

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Maryland farmer's rule for leasing: Know who farmed land before

As combines start to wind down, it will soon be time to look ahead to next year. And that means negotiating farmland rents. USDA data shows farmland cash rents went up across the board this year. Ohio has the highest average farmland cash rental rate in the region at $188 an acre, followed by Michigan at $157 an acre.

Maryland · 2d

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After Drawing Over 120 Vendors, This Northern Michigan Barn Market Returns In 2027

I went looking for vintage treasures and somehow ended up mentally rearranging my entire living room. That’s the trouble with a good antique market: everything looks like it belongs in your house, even when your house strongly disagrees. Traverse City’s annual fall market has already wrapped up for 2026,...

Traverse City, MI · 4d

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Michigan rolls out new unemployment system

LANSING, MI (WTVB) – The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency officially overhauled its benefit filing infrastructure this week with the launch of MiUI, a modernized platform designed to streamline operations and reduce wait times. Launched on Monday the new system completely replaces a 14-year-old legacy system that struggled significantly under...

Michigan · 2d

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Everyone Shops At Meijer, But These Michigan Produce Markets Offer Fresh Fruits And Vegetables At Bargain Prices

One Detroit market has been feeding the city since 1891, and it now covers six whole blocks. Six blocks of fruit, vegetables, and flowers. I can’t think of a better reason to skip the usual grocery run. That’s only one stop on this list. Another Michigan spot has run...

Detroit, MI · 5d

WWMT

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West Michigan's youngest home buyers find starting the American Dream challenging

WEST MICHIGAN — Gannon Andrews and Hailee Larabee are evidence the "American Dream" of owning a home is not out of reach. However, high interest rates, the high prices of homes and the number of new builds being down make finding a starter home difficult. "Seven offers we went...

Kalamazoo, MI · 2d

WBAY Green Bay

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Wisconsin business owners weigh in on potential marijuana legalization

Michigan dispensary owner says Wisconsin customers cross state line as advocates and opponents debate.

Wisconsin · 2d

directsellingnews.com

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Amway Named a Michigan Top Workplace

Amway was named a Michigan Top Workplace, a recognition from the Detroit Free Press that honors the company’s commitment to building a culture where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to grow. This award is in addition to Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards in four categories: Appreciation, Professional Development, Compensation & Benefits, and Purpose & Values. Selection for these awards was based on confidential employee feedback that was collected through an independent survey administered by a third-party entity.

Michigan · 2d