MI’s $1B EV push falls short on jobs; experts urge patience
By Mark Richardson Michigan News Connection Michigan has poured $1 billion into electric-vehicle battery projects, with another billion pledged, but…
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Program Seeks to Increase and Strengthen Hispanic and Latino Entrepreneurs in the Tri County Region
LANSING, MI — Recognizing the challenges faced by Hispanic and Latino entrepreneurs—including discrimination, language barriers, and limited access to resources hindering…
News Spotlight: Lt. Gov. Gilchrist Joins Public, Private Partners to Launch New $10 Million Microloan Fund for Women, Veterans, and Entrepreneurs of Color
DETROIT, MI – Today, Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II joined Michigan Women Forward (MWF), the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), Huntington Bank, and the…
News Spotlight – Cryptocurrency Company Crumbles and Files For Bankruptcy
Another crash and burn for minorities who have higher exposure to the instability of investing in digital assets and the history behind it.
The Black Santa Experience is Coming to the Venue at the Lansing Mall
There was always a Black Santa in the homes of most Black families and usually it was a grandpa, father, uncle or some other male member of the family. However, Black Santa figurines or Black Christmas items used to be hard to come by. Now malls, stores and places of business are hiring Santas of all hues and selling items for diverse families.
Raising the B.A.R. (Black, Aspiring and Resilient) Entrepreneur
The New Citizens Press picks Greenwood Juicery as our favorite entrepreneur and business during our visit. Greenwood Juicery is based…
About HGTV’s New ‘Buy It or Build It’ Series with Chris and Calvin LaMont
Twin brothers Chris and Calvin LaMont have been delighting fixer-upper audiences with their new HGTV show. Photo courtesy of HGTV…
Meet a Lawyer Who is Representing the Alabama Pastor Who Was Wrongfully Arrested
Bethaney Embry Jones Nationwide — Atlanta-based attorney Bethaney Embry Jones is one of the lawyers representing Alabama pastor Michael Jennings…
Interpersonal Edge: Solving the mystery of salary ranges
Photo by Ron Lach/Pexels By Dr. Daneen Skube Q:I’m applying for new jobs. Many employers refuse to provide a salary…
Car Shows Are a Great Way to Spend Time with the Family
Custom-painted car at a recent car show. TNCP Photo By Deborah M. Walker LANSING, MI — Summertime is the perfect…