MiLEAP and Michigan College Access Network partner to create the Michigan Retired Educator FAFSA Specialists Program
LANSING, Mich. – Today, the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) and the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) announced the roll out of the new Michigan Retired Educator FAFSA Specialists (REFS) Program aimed at boosting FAFSA completion and enrollment of adult learners aged 21-24 in Michigan’s community and tribal colleges.
EAST LANSING, Mich. – Anderson Economic Group (AEG) today released the results of their analysis on the state of the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in Michigan, finding that the number of charging stations around the state increased significantly in 2023.
AEG found that, as of April 2, 2024, there are currently 311 public DC fast charging stations and 1,141 Level 2 charging stations across Michigan. In 2023, the number of public DC fast charging stations increased by 102, about 52%, over the total of the prior years where there were 196 charging stations. An additional 13 stations came online in early 2024.
Executive Directive 2024-1 will grow Michigan’s workforce, help us harness federal resources
PONTIAC, Mich.—Monday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Directive 2024-1 to help train 5,000 new infrastructure workers, who will each earn an industry-recognized certificate or credential or receive on-the-job training.
Day one of the NFL draft saw record attendance of more than 275,000 fans in downtown Detroit
EAST LANSING, Mich. – The net economic impact of the 2024 NFL draft in downtown Detroit is expected to exceed $165 million, according to updated analysis from economic consulting firm Anderson Economic Group, LLC following record attendance of more than 275,000 unique visitors in downtown Detroit over three days.
AEG found that the draft will have a direct economic impact of $100,146,418 on Detroit, with an estimated $37,746,418 in total expenditures of attendees, after accounting for substitution.
with Projects Starting This Week in Five Counties
LANSING, Mich. — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will begin road and bridge repair projects in five counties this week including overpass repairs on I-75 in Chippewa County, bridge work on I-475 in Genesee County and M-6/I-96 in Kent County, paving M-45 in Saginaw County and repairs to M-39 in Wayne County.
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) partnered with CVS Health and Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit on Wednesday, joining local community members, business leaders and stakeholders to discuss Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s FY25 budget recommendations that support employment opportunities for Michiganders with disabilities.
Chris Holman welcomes back Tyler Theile, Vice President and Director of Economic Analysis and Public Policy at Anderson Economic Group, East Lansing, MI.
LANSING, Mich. —The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) today announced applications have opened for cycle 2 of the Going PRO Talent Fund. Michigan businesses can apply to receive a share of at least $11 million in funding to help them train, develop and retain current and newly hired employees.
New Electric Vehicle Workforce Hub will Prepare Michigan Workers for the Clean Energy Future, Increase Access to Good-Paying Jobs, and Boost Michigan’s Economy
WASHINGTON – Thursday, Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters applauded the announcement of a new Electric Vehicle Workforce Hub in Michigan, which will ensure that Michigan’s workers, unions, and businesses who power our auto industry continue to lead the clean energy future.
LANSING — As a new mother, Michigan Treasurer Rachael Eubanks followed her own department’s advice Wednesday when it comes to education savings.
