News Summary The historic Michigan Central Station in Detroit will soon become home to a luxury hotel named NoMad Detroit, which is set to open in 2027. The hotel will span the top five floors of the station and feature 180 rooms, including 30 suites. This project, a partnership between
News Summary Amazon showcased its commitment to community strengthening during a lunch-and-learn session at the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference. The event discussed collaborations between Michigan nonprofits, government entities, and Amazon to drive local economic growth. Since 2018, Amazon has established 26 facilities in Michigan, creating over 22,000 jobs, and emphasized
News Summary As Michigan’s cannabis industry marks its five-year anniversary, it faces significant challenges, including price drops and increased competition from the illicit market. The Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) struggles to enforce compliance, while lawmakers seek solutions to stabilize the market. Key issues include the influx of unregulated hemp products
News Summary Dakota and Garret Porter from Traverse City embark on a nationwide tour called ‘LED the Way Tour’ to showcase their LED sporting gear. After a successful appearance on ‘Shark Tank’, they secured a deal with Robert Herjavec, leading to exponential business growth. They’re set to connect personally with
News Summary Daniel Yoder has been appointed as the new Upper Peninsula regional director for the Michigan Small Business Development Center, succeeding Laura Marohnic. Having previously served as a senior business consultant and associate regional director, Yoder is well-equipped to lead the SBDC office at Michigan Technological University. His dedication
News Summary Special-Lite Inc. in Decatur, Michigan, has secured a $250,000 grant to support its $15.7 million expansion project, which will create 55 new jobs. The grant from the Michigan Strategic Fund highlights the collaboration between local businesses and government to stimulate economic growth in the area. The planned state-of-the-art
News Summary Todd Greiner Farms in Hart, MI, is undergoing a significant transformation after 30 years in the agriculture sector. The farm is reducing its acreage and shifting its focus to sales and marketing, while also auctioning parcels of farmland and equipment. The real estate auction is scheduled for March
