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Officials: University Research Corridor has $15.2 billion net economic impact on Michigan's economy

Local leaders and business developers met Monday at the ex- Pfizer location in Ann Arbor to discuss how Michigan's University Research Corridor, which the University of Michigan is a part of, has become an “economic engine” and a nationally... »

Pure Michigan: Ann Arbor area executives featured in latest video promotion

The new Pure Michigan campaign showcasing Washtenaw County isn’t just targeting tourists. The latest four-minute promotional video — which is featured on Ann Arbor SPARK’s website — has a different goal in mind: promoting the city’s thriving business c... »

Forum on Michigan's wind turbine industry, and more

FEATURED EVENT: • May 3: Michigan Energy Forum - Manufacturers in the Wind Industry: Why Michigan? 5-7 p.m. SPARK Central, 330 E. Liberty, Ann Arbor. Over the past few years, certain manufacturers have chosen Michigan to manufacture wind turbine... »

People & achievements in the greater Ann Arbor area, including Hospice of Michigan and Edwards Brothers Malloy

Susan Fenters LerchFrom new hires and promotions to industry awards, here's a roundup of achievements by businesses and individuals in the greater Ann Arbor area: • Hospice of Michigan recently announced that Susan Fenters Lerch has been hired as... »

Former Borders headquarters on Phoenix Drive listed for sale for $6.9M

The former headquarters of Ann Arbor-based bookstore chain Borders Group Inc. on Phoenix Drive was listed for sale Thursday for $6.9 million. Ann Arbor’s Colliers International is marketing the two buildings, which total 330,000 square feet, after the ... »

Mighty Good Coffee takes over neighboring storefront on North Main Street in Ann Arbor

Mighty Good Coffee on North Main Street in Ann Arbor recently expanded to double its seating capacity.Angela Cesere | AnnArbor.comMighty Good Coffee Roasting Co. owner David Myers says business at his coffee shop has been steadily increasing ever since... »

Lt. Gov. Brian Calley coming to Washtenaw County to address new tax proposal

The potential elimination of Michigan's personal property tax is the subject of a town hall meeting taking place next week near Ann Arbor. State Rep. Mark Ouimet, R-Scio Township, is inviting local small business owners, government officials and intere... »

Ann Arbor company acquires Dexter Crossing Shopping Center and plans for improvements

Ann Arbor real estate company Oxford Cos. is expanding its portfolio yet again with the purchase of the roughly 70,000-square-foot Dexter Crossing Shopping Center in Dexter. The center, located on Dexter-Ann Arbor Road across the street from Busch’s fo... »

Ann Arbor City Attorney Stephen Postema honored during Michigan Municipal League's annual Capital Conference

The Michigan Municipal League honored Ann Arbor City Attorney Stephen Postema during the League's annual Capital Conference held March 20-21 in Lansing. Outstanding Service Award winners Tim Wolff (left) and Stephen Postema at the Michigan Municipal Le... »

Domino's shareholders reject Humane Society request regarding confined pigs

Domino’s Pizza shareholders Wednesday overwhelmingly rejected a request to study ending the use of pork from suppliers who confine pregnant pigs in crates. Some fast-food companies, including Burger King, McDonald's and Wendy's have pledged to phase ou... »

Red Shoes Home Goods reopens its doors with handmade, artistic focus

From left, Samantha Misiak, Catherine Thursby and Mary Buchanan of Red Shoes Home Goods.Laura Blodgett | For AnnArbor.com Red Shoes Home Goods shop in downtown Ann Arbor is reopening Thursday with a new business model: a storefront that will... »

Ann Arbor area Menards: Vote postponed on rezoning request for store on Jackson Road

The Scio Township Planning Commission voted unanimously Monday night to defer a vote regarding Menard Inc.’s request to rezone property on Jackson Road. The Wisconsin-based home improvement chain is looking to build a roughly 160,000-square-foot store ... »

Michigan Amtrak routes to get bi-level passenger rail cars with Wi-Fi

Amtrak plans to add 25 bi-level passenger rail cars to its Michigan lines by 2015, including the Wolverine line that runs through Ann Arbor, according an MLive.com report. The U.S. Department of Transportation is seeking bids to manufacture about... »

Thomson Reuters announces sale of healthcare division; unclear how it will affect 800-900 jobs in Ann Arbor

Thomson Reuters' healthcare division employs 800-900 workers at its offices in the former 777 Building on Eisenhower Parkway, near South State Street, in Ann Arbor.Thomson Reuters has reached an agreement to sell its heathcare division, which employs a... »

Ann Arbor's long-time Howard Cooper auto dealership sold to Ohio-based company

Ohio-based Germain Motor Company has acquired Ann Arbor's 47-year-old Howard Cooper auto dealership, the company announced Monday. Howard Cooper opened in 1965 as a Volkswagen dealership and now sells four brands: VW, Audi, BMW and Porsche.Photo courte... »

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