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UAW: Right-to-work wrong for Michigan, about attacking democracy
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December 11, 2012, 7:08AM
Opponents of the legislation, including the UAW, have continually said if Michigan becomes a right-to-work state, it will not only have detrimental effects on the entire automotive industry, but all of the state, which birthed the current labor fight. Full story »
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Herb David Guitar Studio: 50 years (and counting) of bringing music to Ann Arbor
By AnnArbor.com - @mlive-business-a2
/December 11, 2012, 8:46AM
Fifty years ago, things in downtown Ann Arbor were a little different from today. The Pretzel Bell was one of the hot spots. The City Council consisted of eight Republicans and two Democrats. There was no North Quad, no One North Main, no Tower Plaza. University of Michigan football coach Bump Elliott led the Wolverines to a 2-7 record.... Full story »
Michigan right-to-work Q&A: Dissecting the ins and outs of contentious issue
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December 11, 2012, 8:35AM
Here are some ins and outs about Michigan's fierce debate over enacting a right-to-work law ending requirements that workers represented by a union pay dues or fees. Full story »
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Agent X climbs the Inc. 5000 list of fast-growing companies from its West Michigan base
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December 11, 2012, 8:24AM
Grand Rapids marketing firm creates digital and live experiences aimed at driving sales Full story »
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Chrysler begrudgingly allowed workers caught boozing on break back to work
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December 11, 2012, 8:20AM
Chrysler Group LLC does not condone workers drinking on their breaks, but had to openly welcome back nearly 15 employees caught on camera doing just that. Full story »
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Menards on Jackson Road: Scio Township officials recommend conditional use approval
By AnnArbor.com - @mlive-business-a2
/December 11, 2012, 5:58AM
A vacant piece of land on the corner of Jackson and Staebler roads could soon be home to a Menards store. Lizzy Alfs | AnnArbor.com Scio Township Planning Commission voted 6-1 Monday night to recommend approval of a conditional use permit request for home improvement chain Menards. The conditional use is part of a multi-step process before the Wisconsin-based... Full story »
Annual report: University of Michigan's biggest commercial real estate leases
By AnnArbor.com - @mlive-business-a2
/December 11, 2012, 5:57AM
To accommodate its growing health system, the University of Michigan expanded its portfolio of large commercial leases in 2012, according to an annual report released Monday. U-M — which is already one of the largest renters of private commercial real estate in the Ann Arbor region — has six property leases in its portfolio that exceed 50,000 square feet.... Full story »
University of Michigan lab to get new home at NCRC after $4.38M renovation
By AnnArbor.com - @mlive-business-a2
/December 10, 2012, 6:40PM
University of Michigan is planning a $4.38 million renovation of a North Campus Research Complex building so the facility can house an updated laboratory. University of Michigan's Electron Microbeam Analysis Laboratory will be located within 8,900 square feet of NCRC Building 22. Joseph Tobianski I AnnArbor.com The school's Electron Microbeam Analysis Laboratory, a facility that will house 12 highly... Full story »
New Holland Brewing Co. actively scouting downtown Grand Rapids for new brewpub
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December 10, 2012, 5:45PM
Grand Rapids has been "on our radar" for many years, said company president. Full story »
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West Michigan startup thinks its new product has solved the age-old problem of bad breath
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December 10, 2012, 5:09PM
Two-ounce bottle shot claims to neutralize odor-causing stomach bacteria. Full story »
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Site consultant says 'Right to Work' will bring more employers to Michigan's doorstep
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December 10, 2012, 5:04PM
“It does become a condition for some companies,” said Dennis Donovan, who has been a site consultant since 1974. “I’d have to say Right to Work legislation is a very important consideration in the industrial sector. Full story »
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Ford announces fix for Escape, Fusion fire concerns
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December 10, 2012, 4:00PM
The fix for the affected vehicles -- from the 2013 model year with 1.6-liter turbocharged engines that were sold in the U.S. and Canada – involves updating the software for the cooling system, according to the Dearborn-based automaker. Full story »
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'Right-to-work' law wouldn't immediately cripple UAW, analyst says
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December 10, 2012, 3:00PM
Kristin Dziczek, Center for Automotive Research head of the labor and industry group, said the UAW's Michigan members not only have roots with the union, but like to have a voice in what happens with their facilities, contracts and companies. Full story »
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New Belgium's Biere de Garde, a collaboration with Brewery Vivant of Grand Rapids, hits shelves
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December 10, 2012, 2:55PM
Beer is second part of a collaboration that began with Vivant's Escoffier. Full story »
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Frustrated with right-to-work law, democrats reportedly will nix bill for new Detroit Red Wings arena
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December 10, 2012, 1:56PM
House Democrats are threatening to derail a state bill that the Ilitch family says is needed to move forward with a $650 million Detroit Red Wings arena and mixed-use entertainment district in downtown Detroit, the Detroit News reports. Full story »
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