ANN ARBOR ? After two years of consecutive gains, Americans are less satisfied with services provided by the U.S. federal government in 2013, according to a report released Tuesday by the American Customer Satisfaction Index. ACSI results show that citizen satisfaction with federal government services drops 3.4 percent to 66.1 (on a scale of 0
LANSING - Michigan corn farmers today applauded the work of the U.S. House of Representatives for quickly approving the 2014 Farm Bill, the Agricultural Act of 2014, with a 251-166 vote. The legislation now moves to the Senate for consideration. Scott Lonier, President of the Michigan Corn Growers Association, said the efforts of Michigan Senator
DETROIT - The Michigan Economic Development Corporation invites college students and recent graduates from around Michigan and beyond to LiveWorkDetroit!, a career event February 7 from 2 -8 p.m. at the Westin Book Cadillac in Detroit. ?Detroit is buzzing with new energy that is creating a dynamic, vibrant place to showcase to young adults with
LIVONIA - American Dryer unveiled a new product that incorporates cold plasma, a natural occurring phenomenon, into its hand dryers. The company worked to perfect its new, patent-pending Cold Plasma Clean technology for several years, and with its release, cold plasma-enabled, warm-air dryers will advance cleanliness in restrooms and markets such as healthcare, schools and
ANN ARBOR - MichBio asks its constituents to take a few minutes to complete the bio-industry's most in-depth, global biomanufacturing study - the 11th Annual Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Survey. Your input is more important than ever, as global and regional trends affecting our industry are bench-marked. By participating, you will receive a FREE summary of the
LANSING - State Rep. Kevin Daley has been recognized with a Friend of Corn Award by the Michigan Corn Growers Association to honor him for his efforts in supporting our state?s corn industry. ?As a farmer himself, Rep. Daley brings a unique, firsthand understanding of Michigan?s agriculture industry to the Legislature,? said Scott Lonier, President
SOUTHFIELD - Johnson Controls will partner with Lawrence Technological University to identify and validate new energy storage technologies to help Johnson Controls? ongoing efforts to help automakers meet fuel economy and emissions standards, help consumers save money at the pump, and deliver improved vehicle performance and functionality. Johnson Controls will donate and install state-of-the-art test
SAN FRANCISCO ? Google has sold Motorola for $2.91 billion, consisting of $660 million in cash and $750 million in Lenovo shares, with the remaining $1.5 billion paid in the form of a three-year promissory note. Lenovo gets the Motorola brand, as well as its portfolio of devices, including the Moto X and Moto G.
ROCHESTER ? Oakland University?s School of Engineering and Computer Science is host a career day on Feb. 1 for prospective students to learn about the academic and research opportunities available. Attendees will also hear about some OU basics ? like how to apply to the university and apply for scholarships and financial aid. Plus, everyone
LANSING - Though some details are yet to be addressed, Michigan voters can likely expect to be asked to put a minimum wage increase on the 2014 ballot. The Raise Michigan Committee, announced Monday, is hoping to see the electorate act where legislative Republicans and Governor Rick Snyder have indicated they would not. The group,