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AAA: Michigan Gas Prices Drop 7 Cents

Michigan Business Network
March 25, 2024 7:00 AM

The Michigan state average is still 32 cents higher than this time last month

DEARBORN, Mich., (March 25, 2024) - Gas prices in Michigan are down 7 cents from last week. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $3.57 per gallon for regular unleaded. This price is 32 cents more than this time last month and 18 cents more than this time last year.

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Traverse City Tourism | Area Wineries Score Big Wins

Michigan Business Network
March 21, 2024 10:00 AM

Northern Michigan Wines Savor TEXSOM Awards

Traverse City, Mich. — Traverse Wine Coast wineries recently took a large stack of award medals from the largest wine contest in the country, the TEXSOM International Wine Competition.
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LEPFA Board of Commissioners Announce President & CEO-Scott Keith, CVE Resignation

Michigan Business Network
March 20, 2024 1:00 PM

Lansing, MI - It is with sadness and gratitude that the Lansing Entertainment & Public Facilities Authority (LEPFA) Board of Commissioners announces Scott Keith’s departure as President & CEO with the Authority effective April 12, 2024. Scott started with LEPFA in July 2001 as the Operations Manager, promoted to Vice President of Operations in April of 2005, and became the President & CEO in March 2010. Scott played a critical role in the development, changes, and success of the organization, and while we will miss his leadership and steadfastness, we wish him all the best in his new endeavor as General Manager of the North Charleston Coliseum, North Charleston Performing Arts Center, and Charleston Area Convention Center with ASM Global.

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Downtown Lansing Inc. Announces New Website and Refreshed Brand, Introducing a New Era Into the Future of Michigan’s Downtown

Michigan Business Network
March 18, 2024 11:00 AM

DLI unveils its new vision for downtown, blending community, commerce, arts, and entertainment to lead the way forward for the state

LANSING, Mich. (Mar. 18, 2023) - Downtown Lansing Inc. (DLI), the management agency championing the revitalization of Downtown Lansing, announced today a new website and refreshed brand, introducing the state of Michigan to a new era of transformation for the Capital City’s downtown region.

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AAA: Michigan Gas Prices Continue to Rise

Michigan Business Network
March 18, 2024 7:00 AM

The Michigan state average is 9 cents more than this time last week

DEARBORN, Mich., (March 18, 2024) - Gas prices in Michigan are up 9 cents from a week ago. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $3.65 per gallon for regular unleaded, which is a new 2024-high. This price is 44 cents more than this time last month and 18 cents more than this time last year.

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MBN on the Road | Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Economic Club Luncheon March 2024.

Michigan Business Network
March 15, 2024 7:00 PM

Tuesday, March 5th, MBN went on the road to East Lansing, MI. Visiting the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center as the Lansing Regional Chamber's Economic Club held their Women's Leadership Panel. It featured a moderator and panel of three area women showcasing leadership in Mid-Michigan.

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AAA Activates 'Tow to Go' for St. Patrick’s Day

Michigan Business Network
March 15, 2024 6:00 PM

Michigan residents can call (855) 2-TOW-2-GO for a safe ride

DEARBORN, Mich., (March 14, 2024) — AAA is activating ‘Tow to Go’ for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day weekend, in hopes that partygoers do not press their luck by driving impaired.

  • Tow to Go is active from 6 p.m. Friday, March 15th to 6 a.m. Monday, March 18th.
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ICYMI: Flint & Genesee Group Reports 2023 Successes in Business, Talent, and Place

Michigan Business Network
March 15, 2024 9:00 AM

Highlights include $244.4M in private investment, group travel generating an estimated $12M of economic impact

(Flint, Mich., March 14, 2024) Today, the Flint & Genesee Group reported on its accomplishments in 2023 and shared its priorities moving forward during the organization’s annual meeting – themed “Connected for Good” – at the FIM Capitol Theatre.

“As the region’s lead economic development organization, the Flint & Genesee Group takes a holistic approach to our work by focusing on business, talent, and place,” said Tim Herman, CEO of the Flint & Genesee Group.

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Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites Celebrates Renovation Completion with a Full House

Michigan Business Beat
March 15, 2024 8:00 AM

Kalamazoo, MI - Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites of Kalamazoo, MI is delighted to announce the successful completion of its extensive renovation project, offering an enhanced experience for travelers and local guests alike. The multi-million dollar initiative, which began in 2020, has now transformed guest rooms, meeting & event spaces, and lobby areas, setting a new benchmark for upscale accommodations in the Southwest Michigan area.

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Flint & Genesee Group Reports 2023 Successes in Business, Talent, and Place

Michigan Business Network
March 14, 2024 5:00 PM

Highlights include $244.4M in private investment, group travel generating an estimated $12M of economic impact

(Flint, Mich., March 14, 2024) Today, the Flint & Genesee Group reported on its accomplishments in 2023 and shared its priorities moving forward during the organization’s annual meeting – themed “Connected for Good” – at the FIM Capitol Theatre.

“As the region’s lead economic development organization, the Flint & Genesee Group takes a holistic approach to our work by focusing on business, talent, and place,” said Tim Herman, CEO of the Flint & Genesee Group.

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