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Comerica Bank: Michigan Auto Industry Vulnerable To Weaker Winter Sales

DETROIT– Comerica officials said that while overall manufacturing conditions are improving globally, in the U.S. and in Michigan, the critical auto industry looks vulnerable to weaker sales this winter. Light vehicle production increased in November to an 11.0 million unit annual rate as sales slipped to a 15.9 million unit rate nationwide, down from 16.3

By |2021-01-08T19:02:52-05:00January 8th, 2021|Featured, News|

OptimDosing Launches Automated COVID-19 Pre-Screening App

FARMINGTON HILLS–Officials at OptimDosing, a provider of digital healthcare products and services, announced the launch of AITIA Coronavirus, an automated pre-screening tool for COVID-19. AITIA Coronavirus takes on the compliance burden of tracking employees, visitors, students and teachers by creating an easy-to-use platform that allows administrators the ability to customize screening criteria, send reminders to

By |2021-01-08T14:15:50-05:00January 8th, 2021|Coronavirus, Featured, Science|

Stryker Acquires Florida-Based Sensor Technology Maker

KALAMAZOO — Stryker Corp. acquired Dania Beach, Fla.-based OrthoSensor Inc., a producer of sensor technology for musculoskeletal care and total joint replacement. OrthoSensor’s technology advancement, said in a press release, when “coupled with expanded data analytics and increasing computational power, will strengthen the foundation of Stryker’s digital ecosystem.” “Smart devices and implants will play a big role in

Pure Michigan Campaign Returns, Showcasing Winter Recreation And Travel

LANSING–After a months-long hiatus caused by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s budget cuts, the Pure Michigan advertising campaign is returning to the airwaves, touting the state’s many winter recreation activities. The new ad, “Still Pure,” encourages safe travel while enjoying outdoor activities in the winter months. The regional and in-state Pure Michigan winter advertising campaign will run

By |2020-12-29T18:40:21-05:00December 29th, 2020|Featured, Politics, Politics/Government|

FCC To Give Michigan $363 Million To Fund Rural Broadband For Next Decade

LANSING–Michigan will receive $362,985,055 in federal funding over the next 10 years to expand broadband access to 249,263 sites statewide, officials of the Michigan Economic Development Corp. announced. The funding is being awarded through the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Phase 1 auction. “The internet access divide is real and must be

By |2020-12-29T18:40:21-05:00December 29th, 2020|Featured, Uncategorized|

LTU Gets Maximum 10-Year Re-Accreditation

SOUTHFIELD—Lawrence Technological University has received the maximum 10-year re-accreditation for its academic programs from the Higher Learning Commission, the nation’s foremost accreditation body for colleges and universities. The final report from a seven-member outside peer review team specifically mentioned the university’s response to the coronavirus pandemic, a “rigorous” ongoing strategic planning progress, an Academic Achievement

By |2020-12-29T18:40:22-05:00December 29th, 2020|ESD, Featured|

Pure Michigan Offers Michigan-Made Gift Guide

LANSING—Holiday shopping is in the home stretch, and the Michigan Economic Development Corp.’s Pure Michigan business promotion efforts is offering shoppers ways to consider giving Michigan-made products, supporting local retailers and restaurants, or presenting the perfect Michigan getaway as a special holiday gift this year. “The memories made exploring and enjoying the state of Michigan

By |2020-12-18T17:10:11-05:00December 18th, 2020|Featured, Politics, Politics/Government|

State Issues RFP For Apprenticeship Funding To Train Underrepresented Populations

LANSING— Michigan state government released a competitive Request for Proposals this week for organizations to provide $11 million in funding to build apprenticeship programs for more than 6,000 people from underrepresented populations, including youth and veterans in high-skill, high-wage, high-demand careers in advanced manufacturing, construction, energy, healthcare, information technology and mobility sectors. Funds provided by

By |2020-12-18T17:10:40-05:00December 18th, 2020|Featured, Politics, Politics/Government|

Russians Hack US Government Including National Nuclear Security Agency

WASHINGTON DC - Russian intelligence agency reportedly carried out a sophisticated cyberwar attack that struck several US federal agencies and private companies including Microsoft. US national security agencies issued a joint statement Wednesday acknowledging a "significant and ongoing hacking campaign" that's affecting the federal government. It's still unclear how many agencies are affected or what

By |2020-12-18T16:45:07-05:00December 18th, 2020|Cyber Defense, Featured|