MEDC Press Releases

Friday, April 7, 2023

Gov. Whitmer Announces Support for 28 Small Businesses on Main Streets, in Downtowns Across Michigan

Match on Main grants will create 70 full-time and 144 part-time jobs

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

Gov. Whitmer Announces Funding to Build 60 New Homes and Support Small Business Growth in Six Communities Across the State

Investments will back projects in Milan, Sturgis, Calumet, Otter Lake, Ypsilanti, Ionia

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Lt. Gov. Gilchrist Announces Innovative Partnership to Attract and Retain Investment Professionals in Michigan

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched for Lacombe Field for All in Negaunee

$50,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Hemlock Semiconductor Joins State Partnership to Lower Cost of Child Care for Employees

Michigan’s Tri-Share program makes child care more affordable, accessible by splitting cost between parents, employer, and the state

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

A New Bold Approach to Marketing Michigan as Home of Opportunity for All

New attraction campaigns for business, travel and talent to highlight pro-business, natural wonder, and quality of life opportunities Michigan delivers on

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Friday, March 31, 2023

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched for the Buck Buchanan Memorial Disc Golf Course in Marquette

$36,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Site Selectors Guild Announces Detroit as Location for its 2024 National Fall Forum

Announcement builds on recent Detroit accolades recognizing its robust entrepreneurial ecosystem, EV and mobility strengths and premier quality of life

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

388 Good-Paying Jobs Coming to Michigan, Including New Semiconductor Design Facility

Other project approvals include 42 new homes as well as expanded child care and business options.

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Friday, March 24, 2023

Governor Whitmer and Secretary of State Benson Announce Investment to Rehabilitate Two Lighthouses in the Upper Peninsula

Two lighthouses receive funds to focus on critical preservation initiatives, keep lights shining bright on Lake Superior

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