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Business In this photo provided by the Michigan Office of the Governor, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer addresses the state during a speech in Lansing, Mich., Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020. (Michigan Office of the Governor via AP)
Business Michigan’s Plan to Reignite the Economy Addresses the Real Cause of the Labor Shortage

The real reason businesses struggle to hire during the economic recovery has little to do with direct COVID relief and a lot to do with poor wages and working conditions.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel June 9, 2021 2:48 pm EDT
Business Knoop in Grand Rapids bills itself as a "rooftop beer garden" focusing on Dutch and German food.
Business These 7 Michigan Restaurants Opened During the Pandemic, and We Are Here to Try Them in 2021

The pandemic has been hard on the restaurant industry, but some Michiganders have seized the opportunity and opened in the most trying time.

Olivia Potenziano Olivia Potenziano May 26, 2021 2:48 pm EDT
Business La Cocina Cubana with it's owner Iliana Tamayo and manager Ilianis Hernandez.
Business Lansing’s La Cocina Cubana Used to Bustle. Here’s How It Survived an Industry Crisis in Michigan.

A lot went wrong for Lansing’s locally-owned Cuban joint La Cocina Cubana. But owner Iliana Tamayo shares one saving grace that kept her kitchen cooking.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel May 19, 2021 3:13 pm EDT
Business The iconic St. Patrick's hats that Blue Shamrock used to celebrate birthdays.
Business This Pub Is Alive Thanks to Grants and COVID Relief. Now They’re Ready To Party This St. Patrick’s Day.

The kind of support that The Blue Shamrock had is coming to restaurants across Michigan in President Biden's COVID relief plan.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel March 15, 2021 4:51 pm EDT
Business Photos courtesy of Angel Floral Creations, K.D. & Co., The Lip Bar, and La La's Libations
Business 21 of Michigan’s Best Women-Owned Brands You Should Know

From photography and event companies to massage and beauty companies, Michigan's women have plenty of products and services to offer.

Glennisha Morgan Glennisha Morgan March 9, 2021 5:38 pm EST

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In this June 10, 2021 photo provided by the Michigan Office of the Governor, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer speaks at Straits State Park in St. Ignace, Mich., with the Mackinac Bridge behind her. Whitmer called for spending a "historic" $250 million in federal coronavirus relief aid to upgrade state parks and trails, a day after Senate Republicans announced a $1.5 billion plan to fix deteriorating local bridges across Michigan. Economy This Plan Literally Paves the Way for Michigan’s Tourism Rebound
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is implementing a plan to ensure Michiganders have access to enough vaccine doses. Technology A New Government Office Will Focus on Connecting Broadband Across the State
As city simulators challenges go, resolving the semiconductor situation would be an impressive challenge. Economy The PlayStation 5 Proves Supply Chains Are Essential Michigan Infrastructure. Yes, Really.
Photo By Hyoung Chang via Getty Images) Family New Legislation Would Protect Older Michiganders from Abuse by Conservators
Business WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 22: U.S. President Joe Biden speaks during an announcement related to small businesses at the South Court Auditorium of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building February 22, 2021 in Washington, DC. President Biden announced changes to the Paycheck Protection Program aimed at helping small and minority-owned business to qualify for federal loans due to the economic impact that has been caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
Business Michigan’s Small Businesses Are Staying Open with Small Business Loans. Here’s How to Apply.

COVID-19 assistance kept this Adrian shop open. Here's how you can apply for small business relief this week.

Glennisha Morgan Glennisha Morgan March 8, 2021 5:21 pm EST
Business Markowitz employs the use of a steel mace, kettlebells and other unique equipment.
Business This Michigan Fitness Trainer Has Some Tips to Pump Up Your Business During Tough Times

West Bloomfield-based personal trainer Charlie Markowitz has had to adjust during COVID. He offers his tips for fitness entrepreneurs during tough times.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer December 14, 2020 9:09 am EST