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Attorney General Nessel Signs Legislation on Behalf of Governor Whitmer

Michigan Business Network
July 26, 2024 6:00 PM

 to Strengthen Protections for Homeowners   

LANSING, Mich. – Today, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, while serving as acting governor, signed Senate Bill 602 into law. The legislation, sponsored by state Senator Kevin Hertel, amends the Occupational Code to specify conditions under which a right-to-list home sale agreement between a residential property owner and a real estate broker would be void and unenforceable. 

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PNC Chief Economist Gus Faucher: Modest Growth in Personal Income and Consumer Spending in June,

Michigan Business Network
July 26, 2024 5:00 PM

As Inflation Continues to Ease

  • Nominal personal income rose 0.2% in June, with after-tax income also up 0.2%. 
  • Nominal consumer spending rose 0.3% over the month. 
  • The PCE price index rose 0.1%, with core PCE inflation at 0.2%. Inflation is easing in mid-2024.
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MEDC | MSF Approves Dow Project to Modernize Manufacturing and R&D Operations, Reinforcing Michigan As its Home for Decades to Come

Michigan Business Network
July 26, 2024 4:00 PM

Dow investment to support at least 5,000 jobs in the Great Lakes Bay region, solidifying its presence in the state

LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation today in announcing Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) approval of a project that will support Dow’s ongoing manufacturing and R&D operations in the state.

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Lt. Governor Gilchrist II Concludes Europe Investment Mission to Grow Michigan’s Defense and Aerospace Prowess

Michigan Business Network
July 26, 2024 3:00 PM

LANSING, Mich. — Lt. Governor Gilchrist II concluded his investment mission to Europe this week, meeting with public and private sector leaders in England and the Netherlands. During the mission, the lieutenant governor focused on expanding on Michigan’s rich leadership in the aerospace and defense industry to bring critical jobs and supply chains home to Michigan. 

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Michigan Corners | Tim Hygh - America's CoolCation Destination

Michigan Corners
July 26, 2024 2:00 PM

Vic Verchereau welcomes Tim Hygh, who is the Executive Director of Mackinac Island Tourism.

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PNC Chief Economist Gus Faucher: Durable Goods Orders Fell Sharply in June,

Michigan Business Network
July 26, 2024 1:00 PM

Pulled Lower by Transportation

  • New orders for durable fell almost 7% in June, the biggest one-month drop since the pandemic.
  • A cancellation in aircraft orders was behind the drop, and there was a 1% increase in core capital goods orders.
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Consumers Energy Foundation Gives $250,000 to Grand Rapids Nonprofit

Michigan Business Network
July 26, 2024 12:00 PM

for 2024 People Awards

Grand Rapids, MI, July 26, 2024 -- The Consumers Energy Foundation unveiled the Community Food Club of Grand Rapids as one of their 2024 People Award winners today, distributing $250,000 to the area nonprofit to alleviate food insecurity in the community.

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Gov. Whitmer Signs Bills to Keep Communities Safe, Protect Michigan Families and Neighborhoods

Michigan Business Network
July 26, 2024 10:00 AM

Commonsense legislation bolsters public safety, ensures Michiganders are better protected from car theft, discriminatory acts of violence, and fire-related risks   

LANSING, Mich. – Governor Whitmer signed four bills this week to protect drivers from automobile theft, close loopholes that led to violence against LGBTQ+ Michiganders, and update standards for smoke alarms, making Michigan communities safer, stronger, and more inclusive places to live and work. 

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ICYMI: Media Business | Bernie Porn - How Media Deals with Presidential and Senate Campaigns

Media Business
July 26, 2024 9:00 AM

Tony Conley is a newer content contributor and show host for Michigan Business Network. To wrap up his seventy-fourth episode, Tony has a three-segment conversation about his guest's background, the latest presidential and U.S. Senate race polling, and his confidence in current national polling.

He welcomes back  Bernie Porn, Founding Principal and President Bernie Porn is a partner and President of EPIC▪MRA. 

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ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Lydia Michaels Her Brand, Her Book, and Oakland Co. 40 Under 40 Recognition

Michigan Business Beat
July 26, 2024 8:00 AM

Chris Holman welcomes back Lydia Michael, Speaker, Author, Founder & Owner, Blended Collective, Detroit, MI. MBN met her last year at the Michigan Inventors Coalition's 11th Annual Expo in East Lansing. Nine months after the last interview she has more news to share.

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