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RENK America celebrates 120 years of manufacturing legacy in Muskegon
RENK America honored employees, families and generations of military manufacturing while highlighting major Michigan investments supporting defense production and jobs.
Jennifer Owens leaves Lakeshore Advantage with legacy of collaborative leadership
Outgoing Lakeshore Advantage President reflects on entrepreneurship, partnerships, and the long-term projects that transformed communities and strengthened the region.
Lakeshore Advantage realignment links business growth with housing, workforce, and community needs
Lakeshore Advantage reorganizes to take on housing, workforce, and regional challenges, recognizing that economic development extends beyond traditional business recruitment efforts.
Chobani expansion gains approval, bringing jobs and growth to Muskegon
State approval advances Chobani’s $567 million expansion, expected to create hundreds of jobs and boost dairy production in Muskegon County.
New Lakeshore Advantage role targets region’s workforce housing shortage
Community Development Director Chris Marco will help communities and developers expand workforce housing across Ottawa and Allegan counties.
Health center trains local residents as dental assistants to fill workforce gaps
HealthLinc, a federally qualified health center covers training costs while preparing local residents for dental assistant jobs, strengthening workforce pipelines and expanding access to care.
Lakeshore Advantage adds board members, outlines regional growth strategies
Economic development group highlights expansion projects, startup support, and workforce initiatives while appointing four leaders to guide regional growth.
ECIC guides Michigan’s early childhood strategy
ECIC works with public agencies, community partners, philanthropy, and providers to ensure every child has a foundation for lifelong success.
Downtown Utica’s Art Nook: “Super cool place making”
Art Nook connects folks to downtown businesses and showcases a colorful mural by artist Kevin Gano.
RENK America celebrates 120 years of manufacturing legacy in Muskegon
RENK America honored employees, families and generations of military manufacturing while highlighting major Michigan investments supporting defense production and jobs.
Jennifer Owens leaves Lakeshore Advantage with legacy of collaborative leadership
Outgoing Lakeshore Advantage President reflects on entrepreneurship, partnerships, and the long-term projects that transformed communities and strengthened the region.
Lakeshore Advantage realignment links business growth with housing, workforce, and community needs
Lakeshore Advantage reorganizes to take on housing, workforce, and regional challenges, recognizing that economic development extends beyond traditional business recruitment efforts.
Chobani expansion gains approval, bringing jobs and growth to Muskegon
State approval advances Chobani’s $567 million expansion, expected to create hundreds of jobs and boost dairy production in Muskegon County.
New Lakeshore Advantage role targets region’s workforce housing shortage
Community Development Director Chris Marco will help communities and developers expand workforce housing across Ottawa and Allegan counties.
Health center trains local residents as dental assistants to fill workforce gaps
HealthLinc, a federally qualified health center covers training costs while preparing local residents for dental assistant jobs, strengthening workforce pipelines and expanding access to care.
Lakeshore Advantage adds board members, outlines regional growth strategies
Economic development group highlights expansion projects, startup support, and workforce initiatives while appointing four leaders to guide regional growth.
ECIC guides Michigan’s early childhood strategy
ECIC works with public agencies, community partners, philanthropy, and providers to ensure every child has a foundation for lifelong success.
Downtown Utica’s Art Nook: “Super cool place making”
Art Nook connects folks to downtown businesses and showcases a colorful mural by artist Kevin Gano.
