Transition of economy not easy, but imperative
Daniel Howes, business columnist for the Detroit News, discusses the transition Michigan needs to make from a manufacturing economy to one that is more diverse and knowledge -based.
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Regional economic development collaborative created
Twelve economic development organizations across Southeast Michigan have joined together to create the Economic Development Coalition of Southeast Michigan (EDCSEM).
Guest Blogger: Lou Glazer
This week's guest blog is supplied by Lou Glazer, the president of Ann Arbor-based Michigan Future Inc., a think-tank that is a resource of ideas for how Michigan can and should reshape its economy. Here's his first post, and check back throughout the week for more of Glazer's thoughts.
Green thinking is simple economics, says Michigan Suburbs Alliance
The Michigan Suburbs Alliance, a non-profit working with Southeast Michigan inner-ring suburbs, explores the issue of how sustainibility can impact the economy in an editorial, and will again at its second Mayors and Managers Policy Breakfast on Feb. 22.
United Way CEO urges regional solutions to area’s problems
United Way for Southeastern Michigan CEO Michael Brennan discusses the agency's survey process that has led them to begin working on solving the region's major problems in three key areas: educational preparedness, economic stability and basic needs. He urges the region to work together in a collaborative manner to acieve success.
Scholarships, stipends available for tech-savvy women
Women pursuing IT careers can apply for over $50,000 in scholarships and technology stipends from the Michigan Council of Women in Technology.
Newsradio WWJ launches Michigan Future blog
WWJ has launched Michigan Future, a blog that reports on the culture of innovation in Michigan.
Macomb County officials explore bio-based economy
Macomb County officials learned Tuesday about the benefits of diversifying their economy in the realm of alternate energy sources from Steven Pueppke of the East Lansing-based Michigan Agricultural Experiment Station.
Local music gets spotlight on new weekly PBS show
Local PBS station WTVS has started a new weekly hour-long music series focusing on top independent talent in Metro Detroit.
Two-thirds of 24-unit River Lofts in Mt. Clemens sold
Fourteen of the 22 units at the River Lofts, 98 N. Gratiot Ave. in Mt. Clemens, have sold.
