Battle Creek, Michigan, January 22, 2026 WK Kellogg Co., the famed cereal maker from Battle Creek, Michigan, has been acquired by the Ferrero Group in a deal worth $3.1 billion. Though the sale entails a shift in ownership, WK Kellogg’s headquarters will remain in Battle Creek. The acquisition comes on the
Grand Rapids, January 10, 2026 Gordon Food Service, based in Grand Rapids, has been named the top private company in Michigan and ranks 12th nationally on Forbes’ list of America’s Top Private Companies. With 20,000 employees and $23 billion in annual revenue, the company has solidified its position as a leader
Hemlock, Michigan, December 18, 2025 In a recent decision, the Republican-led Michigan House Appropriations Committee has voted to cancel nearly $645 million in funding, including a significant $40 million earmarked for Hemlock Semiconductor’s new manufacturing facility. This cut poses dire implications for innovation and economic development in Michigan, particularly as the
News Summary Detroit is set to embark on a transformative journey with the development of a new multimodal transportation hub. Backed by a $40 million investment, this initiative aims to enhance regional connectivity between the Detroit-Ann Arbor Innovation Corridor and Detroit Metro Airport. The hub will accommodate passenger rail and
News Summary Detroit is set to establish a new passenger rail and intercity bus transit station, announced by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. This project aims to revitalize downtown and connect the Detroit-Ann Arbor Innovation Center with Detroit Metro Airport, extending Amtrak service to Windsor and Toronto. Funded by state and federal
News Summary Detroit has announced a $40 million investment to create a new multimodal transit hub in Corktown, potentially restoring train services at the historic Michigan Central Station. The plan, outlined by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, includes collaboration with various governmental entities and aims to meet local demand for improved transportation
News Summary Northern Michigan is experiencing a significant shortage of senior housing, with a projected shortfall of over 30,000 units by 2027. A recent assessment highlights the urgent need for affordable and appropriate options for seniors, especially those on fixed incomes. The challenges imposed by a growing elderly population, including
News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer has enacted a new law in Michigan that exempts tips, certain overtime pay, and Social Security income from the state’s income tax. Effective next year, this legislation aims to help around 300,000 workers, saving them hundreds of dollars annually. The initiative aligns Michigan’s tax policy
News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer has officially signed Michigan’s new state budget, amounting to $81 billion, ending a prolonged stalemate between Republicans and Democrats. This budget allocates record investments in education, infrastructure repair, and introduces tax changes aimed at enhancing the state’s financial management. Key highlights include increased funding for
News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed a bipartisan $81 billion budget for fiscal year 2026, focusing on road repairs, public safety, tax cuts, and healthcare investments. The budget allocates $2 billion for road repairs funded partly by a cannabis tax hike and includes substantial healthcare funding of $29.8 billion
