Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Governor Whitmer announces LG Energy Solution expansion in Holland creating more than 1,000 jobs; community revitalization projects, new initiatives leading to greater economic opportunity for Michiganders

• Support for LG Energy Solution’s new facilities in Holland will create 1,200 jobs, further boost Michigan’s global leadership in electric vehicle manufacturing, future mobility • Four community revitalization projects including a new Spectrum Health facility in Grand Rapids to bring new vibrancy, economic opportunities to Michigan communities • New Build MI Community Grant Initiative approved to support small-scale development projects around the state

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Gov. Whitmer Announces 1,200 New Jobs Resulting from LG Energy Solution’s $1.7 billion Investment and Expansion in Holland

• $1.7 billion investment by South Korean-based battery maker is company’s first major expansion in Michigan since 2010 • Michigan was chosen for the project over competing sites in other states and countries with support from Michigan Strategic Fund

Thursday, March 17, 2022

State of Michigan Announces Grants to Create a More Accessible and Electrified Mobility Future in Michigan

Funding will enable real-world testing of mobility solutions at the Detroit Smart Parking Lab

Thursday, March 17, 2022

City of Mackinac Island receives Certified Local Government status to support historic preservation activities

Certification provides state and federal technical assistance, eligibility for historic preservation grants

Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Crowdfunding campaign launched for the ‘Two Cities Connected’ project in Bay City

$50,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Governor Whitmer Announces Lighting and Furniture Manufacturer Roll & Hill Establishing Second Facility in West Michigan, Creating 50 Jobs

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Crowdfunding campaign launched for the ‘Ray Leverton Memorial Playground’ in Ishpeming

$15,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

Monday, March 14, 2022

Pure Michigan regional advertising campaign launches, with reminders to “Pursue Your Pure” during the warm weather travel season

• New TV ads, “On the Street” and “On Repeat,” highlight the diverse experiences throughout the state, encourage travelers to pursue their own pure moments • Campaign features new out-of-home billboards, fully-wrapped double-decker bus in downtown Chicago

Monday, March 14, 2022

Crowdfunding campaign launched for the ‘Flyover Co-Working Space’ in Marcellus

$40,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

Thursday, March 10, 2022

Historic Michigan lighthouses awarded $100,000 in lighthouse preservation grants

Two lighthouses receive funds to focus on long-term preservation initiatives, keep lights shining bright on Lake Michigan