Michigan Jobs 2.0
By: Kimberly Chou, 8/30/2007
As Michigan evolves its economy, innovative high-tech companies are successfully planting their flags in uncharted territory. For job seekers, however, it means applying for a position that didn't exist five years ago. Kimberly Chou takes a look at three local companies and the cutting edge jobs they're creating.
Think Local, Act Regional
By: Jon Zemke, 8/30/2007
Since early childhood we're taught the value of sharing with others. So, why is it so hard for southeast Michigan to pool its resources and embrace regionalism? Do communities like Bloomfield Township and West Bloomfield really need separate fire departments? Fiscal reality may answer the question sooner than you think.
Get Involved: The Guidance Center
By: Maureen McDonald, 8/30/2007
Got talent? Leslie Murphy does, especially when it comes to managing finances. The accountant shares her skills by volunteering for local and national groups.
Beat Down Economics
By: Andy Guy, 8/23/2007
While Michigan fixates on factory closings, slumping home sales and job losses, a growing body of evidence suggests the reality isn't all bad. A new report argues the state is experiencing growth amidst disaster and you better believe it.
Volunteer: Leslie Murphy
By: Maureen McDonald, 8/23/2007
Got talent? Leslie Murphy does, especially when it comes to managing finances. The accountant shares her skills by volunteering for local and national groups.
From Scratch: Detroit Brothers
By: Melissa Gessner, 8/16/2007
With a slogan like "Good parts for bad people," Detroit Brothers wears their Motor City cred on their sleeve. One look at their beautiful gothic designs and precision engineering and it's clear these customer cycle makers embody the next stage in southeast Michigan's economic evolution.
travelMode: Beaches And Brews
By: Melinda Clynes, 8/16/2007
What better time than August to take a tour of the best beaches and the best brew that the region has to offer. Let Melinda Clynes be your guide as you sit back and drink it all in.
Summer On Ice
By: Tanya C. Muzumdar, 8/16/2007
Forget air conditioned movie theaters and malls. Why not beat the heat and burn a few calories while you're at it? Southeast Michigan is home to three world-class ice skating facilities, training both national champions and Olympic competitors.
Tour the Ren Cen
By: metromode, 8/13/2007
The Ren Cen and GM are offering free one-hour tours that take visitors
through the landmark GM Renaissance Center. The tours also outline the
rich history that General Motors shares with the city of Detroit.
Parking 2.0
By: Jon Zemke, 8/9/2007
Rack 'em, stack 'em and move 'em underground. As southeast Michigan communities build better, more compact downtowns new ideas about parking are being put into place.
Accent Reduction Institute
By: Amy Whitesall, 8/9/2007
Judy Ravin has helped people speak clearly for 15 years, but her accent reduction business is booming as the world gets smaller and the workforce gets more diverse.
Greenways = Greenbacks
By: Jon Zemke, 8/2/2007
Green spaces are not only good for quality of life, environment and recreation, they can also boost the local economy. Think of them as a way to increase your bottom line while reducing your bottom size.
Google High
By: Alex Dziadosz, 8/2/2007
Along with the promise of 1,000 new jobs, Google's Adwords office is embracing Ann Arbor in unexpected ways: assisting local non-profits and even teaching high school.
Detroit's Riverfront in Pictures
By: Dave Krieger, 8/2/2007
In this collection of images, Metromode/Model D photographer
Dave Krieger captures the vitality of Detroit where the city meets the water — from bucolic walks along the new RiverWalk in summer to the majesty of the Renaissance Center at night.