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State of Michigan partners with The Rockefeller Foundation
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is expanding its partnership with the Rockefeller Foundation to provide free COVID-19 tests for households across the state.
Aug 11, 2022 | clickondetroit.comLakeshore Advantage partners with State of Michigan
Lakeshore Advantage is working with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to provide him with over $130,000 in grants through the Michigan Workforce Training Center equipment program.
Aug 30, 2022 | compsmag.comState of Michigan hired Ronald A. Olson Island Bridge as chief of Michigan Parks and Recreation on Aug 15th 22'.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced Aug. 15 that the bridge itself would be named the Ronald A. Olson Island Bridge, in honor of the chief of Michigan Parks and Recreation.
Aug 28, 2022 | detroitnews.comState of Michigan partners with Local Difference, LLC
To make this opportunity more accessible to beginning and historically underserved farmers, Michigan Food and Farming Systems (MIFFS) is collaborating with Taste the Local Difference (TLD), Fresh Systems, LLC, and food hubs across the state to increase access to information and remove barriers to resources.
Aug 26, 2022 | localdifference.orgState of Michigan recognized as National Historic Landmark in 1992
The Michigan State Capitol was named a National Historic Landmark in 1992.
Aug 31, 2022 | michiganarchitecturalfoundation.orgState of Michigan launched 29 new policy recommendations to lift struggling Michiganders on Jul 19th 22'.
The Task Force recently released 29 new policy recommendations to lift struggling Michiganders out of poverty and improve their health outcomes, addressing issues such as affordable housing in rural communities.
Aug 18, 2022 | michigan.govState of Michigan launched version of the Draft Missing Middle Housing Plan on Sep 20th 22'.
The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) posted an updated version of the Draft Missing Middle Housing Plan.
Aug 3, 2022 | housingonline.comState of Michigan launches iGaming
On Tuesday, the Michigan Gaming Control Board released its full August figures for online sportsbooks in the state, as well as iGaming.
Sep 20, 2022 | greatlakesstakes.comState of Michigan launches adult-use cannabis sales
Michigan launched adult-use cannabis sales in December 2019, and Detroit City Council approved a revised adult-use ordinance in April 2022, nearly 10 months after a U.S. district judge blocked the city’s previous attempt to license adult-use cannabis businesses.
Oct 4, 2022 | cannabisbusinesstimes.comState of Michigan partners with Michigan Economic Development Corporation
The Michigan Economic Development Corp., in partnership with the Michigan Strategic Fund, has announced the approval of deals with two electric vehicle (EV) battery factories to locate in the state that are expected to generate nearly $4 billion in capital investments.
Oct 13, 2022 | repairerdrivennews.comState of Michigan hired Gretchen Whitmer as Governor on Oct 6th 22'.
Gov. Whitmer Announces 2,000 New Jobs, Investment of $1.6 billion as Michigan-Based Its Next Energy Builds Battery Manufacturing Campus in Wayne County LANSING, Mich. – Today Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation in announcing Michigan Strategic Fund support for a transformational investment by Its Next Energy, a home-grown Michigan company that has chosen to build its first-ever battery manufacturing campus in Van Buren Township in Wayne County.
Mar 4, 2022 | michigan.govState of Michigan increases headcount by 4600
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) was joined by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) in announcing that the Michigan Strategic Fund investment (MSF) would bring over 4,600 jobs to the state, including two battery projects, according to a news release issued by the state government.
Oct 16, 2022 | lansingsun.comCcrc Roads partners with State of Michigan
The Clinton County Road Commission partnered with the Michigan Soybean Committee and the Soy Transportation Coalition to apply the soybean oil-based asphalt enhancement.
Oct 18, 2022 | michigan.govState of Michigan receives financing of $813K in grant
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy’s (EGLE) NextCycle Michigan initiative has received an $813,330 grant from the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA).
Oct 25, 2022 | recyclingtoday.comState of Michigan will launch Safety Service Patrol program on Nov 1st 22'.
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will launch a new Safety Service Patrol program for freeways within the county beginning Nov. 1.
Oct 27, 2022 | grbj.comState of Michigan launches several training modules
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services OBRA office has released several training modules and the OBRA coordinator list to assist in transitioning to the electronic process.
Aug 20, 2021 | mha.orgState of Michigan had issues with unfair labor practices on Nov 17th 22'.
On Thursday, workers at seven Michigan Starbucks that voted to unionize joined more than 100 stores across the country in a protest against the chain’s unfair labor practices.
Nov 16, 2022 | metrotimes.comState of Michigan launches "heat map" showing
The Michigan DNR published a "heat map" showing where the opening day's harvest totals were the highest.
Nov 17, 2022 | recordpatriot.comState of Michigan launches website to help students apply for the state’s Achievement Scholarship
Michigan has launched a website to help students apply for the state’s Achievement Scholarship.
Nov 26, 2022 | greatlakeswire.comState of Michigan launches Michigan Environmental Health and Drinking Water Information System
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is pleased to announce the electronic platform called Michigan Environmental Health and Drinking Water Information System (MiEHDWIS).
Nov 29, 2022 | michigan.govState of Michigan launched mandatory deer harvest reporting program on Jan 1st 22'.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources this year launched a mandatory deer harvest reporting program.
Nov 30, 2022 | bridgemi.comState of Michigan partners with CDC
Central Michigan District Health Department staff is working diligently to distribute the COVID-19 vaccines according to the prioritization guidelines as detailed by the State of Michigan and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Jan 11, 2021 | theheraldreview.comState of Michigan recognized as 2021 Shikar Safari Wildlife Officer of the Year
A Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) conservation officer from Kalkaska County has been honored as the 2021 Shikar Safari Wildlife Officer of the Year.
Dec 1, 2022 | greatlakeswire.comState of Michigan launched mystery shopper program on Sep 1st 21'.
The Michigan Liquor Control Commission launched the mystery shopper program in September 2021 as means to prevent under-age drinking in college towns.
Dec 8, 2022 | mlive.comState of Michigan hires Allie Greenleaf Maldonado as Judge
Governor Whitmer announced her appointment of Judge Allie Greenleaf Maldonado to the Michigan Court of Appeals, District 4.
Dec 5, 2022 | wzmq19.comState of Michigan partners with Olivet College
The State of Michigan is partnering with Olivet College to offer free tuition to students in Michigan.
Dec 8, 2022 | wlns.comState of Michigan receives financing of $938K in grant
The Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) is helping with a $937,500 grant through the Michigan Strategic Fund, with the rest of the money coming from the workwear and outdoor apparel company.
Dec 19, 2022 | pressandguide.comState of Michigan increases headcount by 125
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says the Michigan Economic Development Corp. investment will create 125 new jobs and spark a $4.67 million capital investment.
Dec 21, 2022 | washingtonexaminer.comState of Michigan will launch comprehensive multimodal transportation and traffic study on Dec 31st 23'.
To help ease traffic congestion and increase public safety at Belle Isle Park, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, in partnership with the Michigan Department of Transportation and the Belle Isle Conservancy, has launched a comprehensive multimodal transportation and traffic study, expected to be completed by the end of 2023.
Dec 21, 2022 | michigan.govState of Michigan launches Michigan Achievement Scholarship program
The State of Michigan has launched a new Michigan Achievement Scholarship program for high school graduates who plan to attend OCC and other community colleges.
Dec 14, 2022 | oaklandcc.eduState of Michigan launched list of road work happening in Metro Detroit on Dec 17th 22'.
(CBS DETROIT) - The Michigan Department of Transportation released a list of road work happening in Metro Detroit this weekend.
Dec 16, 2022 | cbsnews.comState of Michigan launches mobile sports betting and casino figures
The Michigan Gaming Control Board released its mobile sports betting and casino figures for November on Wednesday.
Dec 19, 2022 | greatlakesstakes.comState of Michigan identified as competitor of New Jersey on Jan 1st 22'.
On Jan. 1, Michigan PokerStars players can compete with New Jerseyans on the app.
Dec 27, 2022 | michigansharp.com