Saline Township, Michigan, November 7, 2025 A $7 billion Stargate data center campus is planned for Saline Township, bringing a major boost to regional tech infrastructure. The project, led by a consortium of technology and infrastructure partners, will occupy 250 acres and deliver over one gigawatt of computing capacity. Developers say
Saline Township, Michigan, November 1, 2025 OpenAI, Oracle and Related Digital plan a cutting-edge AI data center in Saline Township, Michigan, as part of the Stargate initiative. The facility will exceed 1 gigawatt capacity and is expected to generate over 2,500 union construction jobs, more than 450 permanent on-site roles, and
Saline Township, Michigan, October 31, 2025 OpenAI, Oracle and Related Digital announced plans to build a data center campus exceeding 1 gigawatt on 250 acres in Saline Township, Michigan, as part of their Stargate expansion. The multi‑billion dollar project is expected to create over 2,500 union construction jobs, more than 450
News Summary The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) has canceled over $100 million in state funding for Gotion High-Tech’s proposed battery factory project. Originally projected to create 2,350 jobs, the decision comes amid local governance disputes and accusations regarding the company’s ties to the Chinese Communist Party. Gotion has been
News Summary Michigan is seeking to recover nearly $24 million from Gotion Inc. after the company abandoned plans for an electric vehicle battery plant. With state officials emphasizing fiscal responsibility, they aim to protect taxpayer investments. Gotion has been declared in default for halting eligible activities at the project site
News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed a law exempting tips, overtime pay, and Social Security income from Michigan’s income tax for 2026-2028. The law intends to alleviate financial burdens for around 300,000 workers, providing an average tax saving of $400 annually just from tips. This legislation aligns with recent
News Summary Cleveland-Cliffs is venturing into rare earth element mining in Minnesota and Michigan, aiming for U.S. material independence. CEO Lourenco Goncalves announced the discovery of two potential mining sites. This strategic shift comes amid supply chain concerns stemming from reduced exports from China and emphasizes the importance of self-sufficiency
News Summary Michigan’s new road-funding legislation has led to a controversial 83% increase in annual registration fees for electric vehicles, raising costs to a total of $260. Critics argue this move is unfair and could hinder EV adoption, while supporters claim gas vehicle drivers pay a larger share overall. Senator
News Summary Southeast Michigan is witnessing proposals for four massive data centers, challenging traditional locations for such projects. Augusta Township has approved rezoning for a Thor Equities data center, aimed at boosting local infrastructure despite community concerns over environmental impacts. The demand for these centers is driven by advancements in
News Summary Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed a controversial bill imposing a 24% wholesale tax on marijuana sales, aimed at generating revenue for road repairs. While the new tax could yield $420 million annually, concerns arise over potential price hikes and decreased sales, which may hurt the legal cannabis
