This week, EV batteries were a topic of focus as we saw significant investments in domestic battery production in the US and news regarding battery recycling. There were also some interesting developments in the autonomous truck space. Lastly, we review the latest headlines for used cars and car digital retailing.

Chris Holman welcomes back John J. Walsh, President & CEO, MMA, Michigan Manufacturers Association, Lansing, MI, along with Bill Rayl, MMA's New Executive Director of Workforce Solutions

LANSING, Mich. -- Threats to digital devices are everywhere these days, but the State of Michigan is providing a free, easy way for Michiganders to protect themselves with the Michigan Secure mobile application. The award-winning app can detect threats and suspicious activity on mobile devices and notify the user, doing so without collecting or storing any personal information.

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LAFCU awards $3K to teachers at Perry Public Schools

Kindergartners to high school students will be touched by the grants; funds will help boost mental, physical health and engaged learning

LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU recently surprised six Perry Public Schools teachers each with a $500 grant.

$10,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

Kate was just promoted to VP of Advancement  from Director of Development and Community Engagement.

After growing up in Northern Michigan, Kate moved to Philadelphia to complete a service year working with low-income preschoolers. She then moved to Detroit and worked at a mental health hospital where she continued to learn about broken systems and systemic racism. Kate realized her passion was for helping and connecting people. This is why in 2004 Kate and her husband landed in Grand Rapids. Kate earned a BSW with a bachelor’s degree in theology and a minor in communications from Kuyper College. After graduating, Kate worked for the Heartside Neighborhood Collaboration Project (HNCP) where she convened leadership from Heartside nonprofits to maximize resources and minimize duplications.