Economic Development

Mt. Pleasant recognized for contributions to Michigan’s entrepreneurial growth, economic development

Communities from across 54 Michigan counties were analyzed on a range of factors, including five-year changes in property values, community assets, and tax rates. 

Latest in Economic Development
William Butler is prepared to get his blood drawn at HUDA by his nurse, Val Gamble. Butler has been coming to HUDA for his health care needs since he lost his health insurance four years ago.
How once-vacant sites are becoming hubs for health equity in Michigan

Marginalized Michigan residents are finding health services in easily accessible neighborhood locations, and formerly defunct buildings are becoming bright spots on their blocks.

A map rendering of the Smart Zone
Research and business hub SmartZone nears final design for south end of CMU campus

Design plans for a new SmartZone on the CMU campus are almost complete. CMURC will screen developments for the 300-acre space. 

Workforce training programs offered in drones, project management, and welding at Mid Michigan

Drones and project management top the list of new programs for local professionals looking to hone their skills. 

Serenti's Treasures has a new second location inside Gray Sky Galleries
Antiques and crafts dealer opens seasonal second location in downtown Mt. Pleasant

Local antiques success, Serenti's Treasures, is setting up shop downtown just in time for the holiday season. 

A young patient at Holy Family Healthcare.
These innovative solutions are addressing the unique health challenges of rural Michigan living

Many rural Michiganders face health disparities, but multiple organizations are creating new ways of structuring rural hospitals and clinics and reaching out to rural patients.

Mike Schuette of GCI water with a jar of clean, treated water
Family business aims to solve global water problem

GCI Water Solutions is tackling the global problem of wastewater purification in a low-cost, environmentally friendly way.

An employee at work at Bandit Industries outside Remus, Michigan
Bandit Industries is betting the future on trust – and the people who made them what they are today

Thirty-five years in, Isabella County's Bandit Industries is giving back to the employees who have given it their all.

Inside Burch Tank & Truck's new laser cutting machine
These mid-Michigan innovators are helping battle wild fires

Unlike others in the industry, Burch Tank & Truck isn't afraid of a challenge. That's how they ended up building custom aviation fuel tankers that are helping fire fighters battle wild blazes out west. 

Mid Michigan College begins new focus on industrial certifications this fall

New certifications will help train the next generation of talent in mid-Michigan. 

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