MEDC Press Releases

Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Michigan’s economic recovery continues to gain momentum through wide array of projects approved today by Michigan Strategic Fund

• New grocery store on Flint’s north side will bring access to fresh foods to local residents • Support for Ford Ion Park demonstrates state’s commitment to leadership in electric vehicle R&D and manufacturing • Former Northland Mall in Southfield to be renovated into new mixed-use project, including new Hudson City Market • New much-needed spec industrial facility, community revitalization projects around state win MSF approval

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Monday, July 26, 2021

Michigan State Historic Preservation Office awards historic preservation grants to Birmingham, Manistee, Mason

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Monday, July 26, 2021

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces economic development grants supporting 450 jobs in Sturgis

• Indiana-based Cruiser RV and Heartland Recreational Vehicles will add 450 new jobs, invest a total of $35.9 million in Sturgis with support from the Michigan Strategic Fund • MDOT TEDF grant to Heartland RV will help support infrastructure improvements • Projects are companies’ first operations in Michigan, underscoring strength of Michigan’s manufacturing workforce

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Monday, July 26, 2021

Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II Fuels Michigan’s Economic Jumpstart by Helping Small Businesses Prepare for the Future of Manufacturing

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Thursday, July 22, 2021

City of Marquette receives certification as Redevelopment Ready Community

Designation facilitates private investment, improves economic development opportunities

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

This Just In: CyberAuto Challenge Highlights Michigan’s Leadership in Cybersecurity, Workforce Training

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces Piramal Pharma Solutions expanding in SE Michigan, creating 31 high-wage jobs

• Full-service contract development and manufacturing organization will add 31 new jobs and invest $35 million in Riverview with support from the Michigan Strategic Fund • Project solidifies company’s presence in state, further strengthens Michigan’s life sciences and healthcare industry

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Friday, July 16, 2021

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched for the ‘City of Hancock Dog Park’

$20,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched for the ‘Border-to Border-Trail – Chelsea Connection’

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

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

This Just In: Michigan Jumps 13 Spots in CNBC’s Top States for Business Ranking

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