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U.S. and Michigan Chambers of Commerce Weigh In on Biden’s Infrastructure Plan
By Amy DeGeer Roten Last week, the Biden Administration rolled out its Infrastructure Plan. The Plan asks for $2 Trillion, some of which will be used to rebuild America\'s infrastructure. Infrastructure projects are known to create jobs and foster economic growth. Repairing and upgrading America\'s infrastructure generally has bipartisan support, however, opinions differ on how to fund these
READ MOREFirst-time Business Owners – Don’t Underestimate Demand
By Amy DeGeer Roten A strange and fascinating phenomenon is happening in Midland. Several new businesses over the last few years have opened their doors and found unusually high demand for their products. In fact, the demand is so high they run out of products and close early. You might think, “Wow! How awesome! They’re immediately a success!” In reality, the opposite can be true. When yo
READ MORECommunity Organizations Come Together to Launch ReGrow Midland, Program to Assist Local Restaurants
During a time when local restaurants are struggling and many community members are finding it difficult to put food on their tables, a few local citizens and organizations have come together to launch ReGrow Midland. ReGrow Midland, a pilot program of the Midland Business Alliance (MBA) and the Midland Area Community Foundation (MACF), is designed to provide low-cost, healthy meal options to th
READ MORECDC Sponsors RightAnswer.com to Help Doctors Reduce Birth Defects
By Amy DeGeer Roten A few years ago, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identified a serious gap in quick access to databases for cross-referencing medications that potentially interfere or harm pregnancy. The safety or risk profile for most medication interactions in pregnant women is either unknown or difficult to find. “Clinical trials don’t include pregnant women,” said
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