LEO aims to preserve local businesses, empower workers and strengthen Michigan’s economy
LANSING, MI – The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO), in partnership with the Michigan Center for Employee Ownership (MICEO), has launched a new $500,000 pilot program designed to expand access to employee ownership for Michigan’s businesses and workers. This initiative comes at a critical time as the state — and nation — grapples with a wave of impending business owner retirements and Collector Terry Dennison is opening an art museum called Just Off Broadway, Inc. in Hastings, Michigan, with a unique collection to inspire, create wonder, and offer a window into the past.
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Terry Dennison owns a collection of fine art, crystal, and movie memorabilia that inspires awe. Dennison’s movie memorabilia collection includes items from legendary films such as White Christmas (1952), starring Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye, One the Town (1949) starring Frank Sinatra and Gene
The Barry County PACE Program is
now home to one of Michigan’s most substantial multifamily housing redevelopments using Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing: the Hastings Riverwalk Lofts. Located at 420 East Mill Street, the project brings new residential and commercial space to Hastings and serves as the County’s very first PACE project!
The Riverwalk Lofts development consists of three newly constructed multifamily buildings adding a total of 135 residential units, with an additional
For many small business owners, technology feels less like a tool and more like a trap. You didn’t open your café, marketing agency, or online boutique to spend hours fussing with broken plugins, buggy updates, or half-working email systems. Still, tech is in everything now. It’s in your checkout flow, your customer support, your inventory tracking. So unless you’re running an IT firm, odds are you’re doing more technical work than you want to be. The good news is you don’t have to. And you
If you’ve ever invested time and money into producing a high-quality video only to see minimal viewer retention or low conversions, you’re not alone. Many business owners across Barry County are realizing that when it comes to video, more isn’t always better. In fact, shorter, clearer, and more intentional video content can often outperform longer pieces in both engagement and effectiveness.TL;DR
Shorter, focused videos are more engaging than long, bloated ones.
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In today’s digital landscape, the performance of your website is more than just a technical concern—it’s a critical component of your business strategy. A well-monitored website not only enhances user experience but also strengthens your brand’s credibility and trustworthiness. By focusing on key performance metrics, businesses can make informed decisions that drive growth and efficiency. This proactive approach ensures that your website remains competitive, responsive, and aligned with the evolving needs
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