MEDC Press Releases
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Export assistance funds available for Michigan’s small businesses
MEDC receives largest STEP award in the nation for third consecutive year
Read MoreWednesday, October 9, 2019
Business expansion projects around the state attract more than $25M in investment, create 324 new jobs
Expansions represent a range of industries, including IT, aerospace and manufacturing
Read MoreMonday, October 7, 2019
Nine Michigan Main Street communities receiving more than $260,000 in grants for local businesses
Funds will support 11 small businesses in communities around the state
Read MoreMonday, October 7, 2019
Michigan attains federal grant for civil rights preservation
$500,000 grant will be used to make renovations to King Solomon Baptist Church in Detroit
Read MoreFriday, October 4, 2019
THIS JUST IN: Manufacturing Day honors state’s legacy, looks ahead to bright future
This week is Manufacturing Week in Michigan, culminating today in National Manufacturing Day • Held annually on the first Friday in October, Manufacturing Day looks to highlight the positive image of careers in manufacturing
Read MoreThursday, September 26, 2019
WSU MTRAC for Advanced Computing Innovation Hub Promotes High-Tech, Early-Stage Projects in Michigan
The Michigan Translational Research and Commercialization (MTRAC) Innovation Hub for Advanced Computing Technologies at Wayne State University is bringing digital and computing technologies closer to commercialization
Read MoreTuesday, September 24, 2019
Acrisure to establish world headquarters in Grand Rapids
Global insurance broker Acrisure to invest $33M and create 400 new, high-paying jobs in downtown Grand Rapids | Project is first in Grand Rapids area to win Good Jobs for Michigan support
Read MoreTuesday, September 24, 2019
Business expansions, community revitalization projects around Michigan attract $690 million in investment, support creation or retention of 1,065 jobs
Projects highlight MEDC commitment to investing in communities, companies of all sizes | Acrisure to establish headquarters in Grand Rapids, create 400 jobs | Projects to revitalize neighborhoods in Lansing, Benton Harbor, Detroit, Grand Rapids
Read MoreMonday, September 23, 2019
Crowdfunding campaign launched for “Three Rivers COA Enrichment Center”
$50,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative
Read MoreFriday, September 20, 2019
Crowdfunding campaign launched for “Restore Our Coke Sign” campaign bringing art and history to downtown Albion
$50,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative
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