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AG Nessel, LARA warn licensees of imposter scams

LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) Director Orlene Hawks today alerted professionals licensed by the State of Michigan to beware of scam artists impersonating state officials in an effort to obtain personal information, or even money, from a licensee. Nessel is also reissuing her Imposter Scams Consumer Alert, warning the public about bad actors who use legitimate government references and the threat of government action to trick individuals into taking action that facilitates theft. The warning comes after ...

Governor Whitmer celebrates Michigan winning economic development award

LANSING — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer celebrated the State of Michigan winning a $1 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA). The funds will flow into the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity and the Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF), where they can be deployed to tackle a wide range of economic challenges faced by communities, from infrastructure, job training, small business support, and more. “Today’s grant will build on the bipartisan budget I signed and the MI New Economy plan I proposed to put ...

Leadership Keweenaw is now accepting application

HOUGHTON – The Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications to the 2022 Leadership Keweenaw Program. The program, which offers participants an opportunity to gain valuable leadership skills and networking opportunities, will begin in January and run through June 2022. Enrollees accepted into the program will participate in six full-day sessions or one session per month. Each session will feature topic experts and interactive activities reinforcing key leadership skills in finance, communication & culture, strategic planning, emotional intelligence, community engagement, ...

Celebrate Small Business Saturday with local businesses

HOUGHTON, MI – The Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with many in the local business community, has announced it will promote local shopping specials and give away free donuts and refreshments on Small Business Saturday. The event will take place on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, which is Nov. 27 this year. In 2010, to support local shops that make our communities strong. American Express launched Small Business Saturday on the Saturday after Thanksgiving to encourage people to Shop Small and bring more holiday shopping to local businesses. “We’re thrilled to be a ...

FY22 Food Safety Education Fund recipients announced

LANSING – The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) today announced recipients of the 2021-2022 Food Safety Education Fund (FSEF) grants for food safety training for the food industry and education and outreach for consumers. The FSEF is a 12-month competitive grant program, now following the state’s fiscal calendar year from Oct. 1 to Sept. 30 each year. “These grants are integral for helping train the food and agriculture industry to maintain the safety, nutritional value, and quality of food throughout the food chain,” said MDARD Director Gary ...

Gov. Whitmer signs bill to provide flexibility for car dealerships

LANSING — Yesterday, Governor Whitmer signed Senate Bill 128, which will amend the Michigan Vehicle Code to allow car dealerships greater flexibility in their operating hours. “I am happy to sign legislation that supports our small businesses and puts Michigan first,” said Governor Whitmer. "Senate Bill 128 lifts restrictions for Michigan car dealerships without compromising opportunities for consumers. This bill is a great example of the positive difference we can make for Michiganders.” Currently, Michigan car dealerships must be open for a least 30 hours a week for 52 ...