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Lansing State Journal

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Lansing City Council OKs tax deal for 440 apartments to boost housing

LANSING — A local local landlord, property developer and entrepreneur's work to make a name for himself in distressed real estate seems to be paying off. The Lansing City Council unanimously approved on Nov. 9 four 15-year workforce housing development incentives for Simtob Management Investment, about three years after the city settled a lawsuit with the company intended to bring the red-tagged Holmes Apartments complex into code compliance. The incentives are PILOTs, or payments in lieu of taxes agreements, which are often used by cities for certain housing developments. They are put in place as an alternative to a property owner paying traditional property taxes. The Lansing company will pay a total of about $205,000 for four apartment buildings in 2027 rather than their normal share of property taxes for Baltic Flatz, 916 W. Cavanaugh Road; Carolina Flatz, 4318 Pleasant Grove Road; Pacific Flatz, 1401 E. Kalamazoo St., and Ventnor Flatz, 1115 Dorchester Circle. In 2027, the four properties would have otherwise had a tax bill of about $713,000. City officials said the payment will increase every year and Simtob Management will have to submit annual audits to the city. If the company doesn't pay its bill, it will have

Lansing, MI · 1d

familydestinationsguide.com

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Move To This Michigan Town Where Retirees Say Social Security Stretches Surprisingly Far

Most retirement advice sounds like it was written by someone who has never actually tried to retire, and then there’s Alma, Michigan, which quietly proves that comfortable retirement living is still possible without a financial advisor, a trust fund, or a minor miracle. If your Social Security check has...

Alma, MI · 3d
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WILX

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Petroleum Analyst talks gas prices

Lansing, MI · 1d

WILX-TV

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Demolition begins at Spare Time bowling alley in Lansing

Demolition efforts are underway at a longtime bowling alley in Lansing that permanently closed following a fire.

Lansing, MI · 2d
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94.9 WMMQ

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Lansing's Former Jon Anthony Florist Building Is Getting Closer to Demolition

There's been plenty of public pushback over the possibility of a McDonald's replacing a longtime Lansing landmark. Now, the project is getting closer to becoming reality.

Lansing, MI · 2d

thelivingstonpost.com

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Three energy projects converge on rural Cohoctah: ‘I’m going to see nothing but black panels, metal and destruction’

Joann Haas was two months pregnant in 1985 when she bought an old farmhouse on Fleming Road in Cohoctah Township. Over the years, she turned it into a home where she raised her son and hoped to spend the rest of her life. “I look out my picture window right...

Cohoctah Township, MI · 8h

WILX-TV

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Gray Media Lansing celebrates beam raising milestone for new media center

LANSING, Mich. (News 10) — Gray Media Lansing celebrated a major milestone Wednesday with a beam raising ceremony for the renovation and expansion of its South Lansing facility, the longtime home of WILX-TV 10. The ceremony marked the placement of a structural beam as construction advances on a project...

Lansing, MI · 8h

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TSB Capital Advisors Arranges Construction Financing for 707-Bed Development Near Michigan State University

East Lansing, Mich. — TSB Capital Advisors has arranged senior financing and institutional equity on behalf of Harbor Bay Ventures for the development of The Howard, a 707-bed student housing project located at 401 East Grand River Ave. near the Michigan State University campus in East Lansing. The 12-story development will be the state’s tallest mass timber residential building, according to TSB. Busey Bank and First National Bank of Omaha co-led senior financing with participation from MSU Federal Credit Union and the East Lansing office of Horizon Bank. The project is being developed in partnership with the Ballein family, which owned a student bookstore that previously occupied the development site. The community will feature 8,000 square feet of retail space alongside shared amenities including a library, fitness and yoga studios and dedicated study spaces. The project is targeting LEED Gold certification and is scheduled for completion in 2028.

East Lansing, MI · 2d

CBS Detroit

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Michigan agriculture officials consider limiting 5 invasive plant species

Michigan agriculture officials are considering whether to limit two invasive plant species as prohibited and three others as restricted.

Michigan · 10h

DBusiness Magazine

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New Servers.com by Nexcess Data Center Begins Operations in Lansing

England-based Servers.com by Nexcess has launched a data center and capacity pod in Lansing, one of six new facilities across the United States and Europe. The Lansing operation formally announced […] The post New Servers.com by Nexcess Data Center Begins Operations in Lansing appeared first on DBusiness Magazine .

Lansing, MI · 1d

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Home Builders Association Named Michigan Local Of The Year

JACKSON, MI – The Home Builders Association of Jackson, Hillsdale & Lenawee has been named Local of the Year by the Home Builders Association of Michigan during its Leadership in Housing Advocacy Awards, recognizing the association’s resurgence, revitalized programs and growing impact throughout the region. According to the...

Lenawee County, MI · 1d

irishhills.com

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Welcome New Member: Julie Hackworth, REALTOR® | ERA Reardon Realty

The Irish Hills Regional Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome Julie Hackworth, REALTOR® with ERA Reardon Realty, as one of our newest members! With over a decade of experience in real estate and strong ties to the Irish Hills community, Julie brings a wealth of knowledge, dedication, and local expertise to the Chamber.

Jackson County, MI · 1d

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Consumers Credit Union Announces New Jackson Office and Names Colt Mack as Office Manager

Kalamazoo, Mich. — Consumers Credit Union is bringing a new office to Jackson, Michigan, projected to open in spring 2027. The office, located at 704 South Brown Street, is a former bank location that is being renovated by Consumers. The building offers roughly 4,430 square feet across two levels,...

Jackson, MI · 1d

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Brighton Township Seeks Applicants For Treasurer Appointment

Brighton Township is putting out the call for a new treasurer. The Charter Township of Brighton is accepting applications from qualified individuals interested in serving as Treasurer for the remainder of the current term, running from January 2027 through November 2028. The vacancy provides an opportunity for an eligible Township...

Brighton, MI · 1d

DBusiness Magazine

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Blue Arbor Technologies in Grass Lake Closes $10.5M Round for Robotic Prosthetic Limbs

Blue Arbor Technologies Inc., a medical device company in Grass Lake developing novel neuromuscular interfaces and next-generation prosthetic control solutions for people with limb loss, has announced the close of […] The post Blue Arbor Technologies in Grass Lake Closes $10.5M Round for Robotic Prosthetic Limbs appeared first on DBusiness Magazine .

Grass Lake Charter Twp, MI · 2d

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Chelsea Area Fire Authority Seeks Fire Chief to Build Team and Guide Department’s Future

The Chelsea Area Fire Authority (CAFA) is seeking its next Fire Chief, offering an experienced fire and emergency medical services leader the opportunity to build a strong team, strengthen organizational practices, and help shape the future of emergency services in the Chelsea area. Serving the City of Chelsea and Lima,...

Chelsea, MI · 11h

1240 The Ticket

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Lansing's Former Jon Anthony Florist Building Is Getting Closer to Demolition

There's been plenty of public pushback over the possibility of a McDonald's replacing a longtime Lansing landmark. Now, the project is getting closer to becoming reality.

Lansing, MI · 3d

WLNS

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Money Monday: Surveillance pricing weights costs against privacy

From websites to brick-and-mortar stores, it's now easier than ever for companies to target shoppers with prices based on their personal data.

Lansing, MI · 2d

michiganbusinessnetwork.com

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ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Ryan Hundt, Michigan Works! Association | Conference – Workforce Challenges

Chris welcomes back Ryan Hundt, CEO, Michigan Works! Association, Lansing, MI. Watch Ryan and Chris discuss talent needs, apprenticeships and solutions to workforce barriers facing Michigan employers in the YouTube video shared below:. Chris and Ryan cover several topics:. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/. » Watch MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN...

Lansing, MI · 1d

100.7 WITL

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Lansing's Former Jon Anthony Florist Building Is Getting Closer to Demolition

There's been plenty of public pushback over the possibility of a McDonald's replacing a longtime Lansing landmark. Now, the project is getting closer to becoming reality.

Lansing, MI · 3d