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News in 2017

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Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurs attract increased capital in Detroit

21st century pioneers

Mobility/EV, Business Partnership

MSF board supports catalytic projects in state’s automotive, energy industries

First-ever investment in Michigan by Chinese auto company Haval, state-of-the-art energy center in Niles highlight year-end approvals; nearly a billion dollars in private capital outlays

OFME

Why autonomous companies are moving to Detroit

Detroit is no stranger to innovation. From the Model T to Motown, the Motor City is a place that has inspired and cultivated entrepreneurs and leading-edge thinking for more than 100 years.

Arts and Culture

Step into Flint’s new community living room

Reopened Capitol Theatre symbolizes city’s grit; cultural gem joins list of other renovated venues attracting visitors to downtown districts around state

Arts and Culture

‘Hour of Code’ = lifelong career

Gov. Snyder proclaims Dec. 4–10 Computer Science Education Week; commemoration part of global awareness campaign

Entrepreneurship

Ferris Wheel receives top national development award

Proven ‘innovation model’ serves as catalyst for Flint’s entrepreneurial future; recognition highlights transformative potential of cutting-edge program for city and mid-Michigan

Community Development

Hip on 7Liv

Mixed-use project boosts prospects for investment in improving Detroit neighborhood

Business Partnership

New investment key to building Aerotropolis in Wayne County

Gov. Snyder’s visits to Brose headquarters in Germany paying dividends

Mobility/EV

In Search of Ideal Nerds

At ITS gathering in Montreal, innovative thinkers from around the world imagine futuristic scenarios that are not so far off; welcome mat extended to visit PlanetM

Entrepreneurship

Turning to innovation

Ferris Wheel, 100k Ideas opens in downtown Flint; spurs entrepreneurial growth in mid-Michigan

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