Community Development
Supporting Local Bolsters Michigan’s Small Businesses and Communities
From Small Business Saturday and the busy holiday season to throughout the year, Michiganders are encouraged to Support Local
Michigan Main Street Communities Achieve Milestone Anniversaries
Six communities across the state of Michigan are celebrating milestone Michigan Main Street designation anniversaries in 2025, highlighting the impact of the MEDC’s placemaking efforts to support the continued success of the state’s downtown and neighborhood commercial districts
Celebrating 10 Years of Collaborative Placemaking in Michigan
In celebration of the 10th anniversary of MEDC’s grant match program, Public Spaces Community Places, we look back at the last decade of placemaking efforts in communities across the state
Flint: Sparking Innovation and Manufacturing the Future
As the birthplace of General Motors and home to one of Michigan’s key strategic sites, Flint serves as a place of opportunity for its local community and the entire state
Renaissance Rising: Michigan Central Station's Triumphant Return
A century-old landmark becomes the cornerstone of Detroit's innovation future, powered by strategic partnerships and MEDC support
NFL Draft in Detroit: A Big Catch with a Bigger Impact
The NFL Draft in Detroit shows how events can support communities and their local businesses.
Michigan’s Efficient Transportation Systems
With recent substantial investments in road, air and water infrastructure, Michigan is paving the way for its businesses to thrive. The state’s Infrastructure Office is at the core of this initiative, spearheading ambitious goals and dedicated efforts to enhance transportation efficiency through Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and Michigan’s supplemental infrastructure investment funds. Evident through the state’s strategic strides towards comprehensive infrastructure support, Michigan companies are positioned for success whether on land, water or in the air.
Spotlight: Celebrating Small Business Support Hubs Statewide
The MEDC kicked off a series of celebrations for the newly designated Small Business Support Hubs across the state, which provide resources to Michigan’s small businesses