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Michigan Business News

Yuengling Expands to Michigan in 2025

News Summary Yuengling, America’s oldest brewery, is set to officially launch its beer in Michigan on August 11, 2025, fulfilling long-standing demand from local fans. The distribution agreement will cover key cities including Detroit and Ann Arbor, with Eastown Distributors as a primary partner. This expansion marks a significant milestone

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Michigan Breaking News

Job Corps Centers in Michigan Pause Operations Amid Financial Crisis

News Summary The U.S. Department of Labor has paused operations at multiple Job Corps centers, including those in Detroit, Flint, and Grand Rapids, due to financial shortfalls. Over 700 students are affected, causing uncertainty about their futures. Lawmakers are urging a reversal of the decision, emphasizing its detrimental impact on

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Michigan Business News

Trump Threatens to Redirect Federal Funding from Harvard

News Summary President Donald Trump is proposing to redirect $3 billion in federal research funds from Harvard University to trade schools to address the skilled trades crisis in the U.S. Amid rising concerns from educators about the negative impact on scientific progress, the plan aims to tackle the shortage of

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Conference on education reforms in Michigan with leaders discussing strategies.
Michigan Business News

Michigan Education Leaders Discuss K-12 Reforms at Conference

News Summary At the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference, education leaders in Michigan highlighted urgent reforms needed to improve the state’s poor K-12 education system. With a focus on integrating business support and updating teacher salaries, initiatives like the S.W.A.G. program aim to empower students while addressing issues like chronic absenteeism.

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Buc-ee's convenience store in Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Michigan Business News

Buc-ee’s to Expand into the Midwest with New Locations

News Summary Buc-ee’s plans to expand into the Midwest, opening new stores in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, and Dayton, Ohio, set to welcome their first locations in 2025. The Oak Creek store will feature a spacious convenience store and numerous gas pumps, creating over 175 jobs. Despite the excitement, there are

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Students and faculty engaging in discussion at the university
Michigan Breaking News

Santa Ono Becomes Finalist for University of Florida President

News Summary Santa Ono has been named the sole finalist for the presidency of the University of Florida. The announcement was made on May 4, with plans for him to assume the role later this summer, pending approval. Ono has a distinguished background in higher education, serving as president at

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Michigan Breaking News

Santa Ono Leaves University of Michigan for University of Florida

News Summary Santa Ono is departing from his role as president of the University of Michigan (UM) to become the sole finalist for the presidency of the University of Florida (UF). During his three-year tenure at UM, he focused on rebuilding trust within the university community amid several challenges, including

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Community service volunteers working on projects in Michigan
Michigan Breaking News

Michigan AmeriCorps Faces Severe Funding Cuts

News Summary Michigan’s AmeriCorps programs are in jeopardy following a significant funding reduction of nearly $400 million, amounting to a 41% budget cut. This drastic change threatens various community services and volunteer opportunities, deeply affecting organizations relied upon by locals. With immediate repercussions being felt across educational and environmental initiatives,

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Diverse university students discussing academic freedom outdoors.
Michigan Breaking News

University of Michigan Supports Academic Freedom Initiative

News Summary The University of Michigan’s Faculty Senate has overwhelmingly supported a mutual defense compact to protect academic freedom amidst political pressures. With a 92.8% approval, the resolution calls for solidarity among Big Ten universities. This initiative addresses concerns about federal government actions that threaten academic independence, including funding cuts

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Children playing in a Michigan playground amidst a child care crisis.
Michigan Business News

Child Care Crisis Hits Michigan Families Hard

News Summary Michigan families are facing a severe child care crisis, with low wages driving caregivers away, leading to a shortage of affordable services. The state bears significant economic impacts, with estimated losses of $2.9 billion annually due to workforce issues. Proposed solutions involve wage subsidies and community programs like

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