Oakland County Health Division reminds residents that COVID-19 and flu vaccines can be given at the same time, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The Health Division is administering both vaccines at its indoor community clinics.
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Detroit Regional Chamber Statement on U.S.-Canada Border Reopening
In response to the announcement of the reopening of the U.S.-Canada border to vaccinated foreign tourists, Detroit Regional Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer Sandy K. Baruah released the following statement.
Continue ReadingMacomb County Receives Grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Launches ‘Macomb Next’ Programming Aimed at Advancing Local Manufacturing
Registration now open for grant-funded Industry 4.0 workshop Macomb County Planning and Economic Development (MCPED) today announced the receipt of an Industry 4.0 Regional Programming Grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. The grant, which totals $115,000, will fund programming …
Continue ReadingSBA Extends Deadline to Nov. 12 for Michiganders to Submit Physical Disaster Loan Applications; Approvals Tops $99 Million
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has extended the deadline for businesses of all sizes, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners, and renters to apply for a physical disaster loan to Nov. 12, 2021.
Continue ReadingComcast Renews Commitment to Bridge Digital Adoption Gap in Detroit with $175,000 in Investments
Comcast today announced it will award $25,000 to nonprofit Brilliant Detroit and a total of 500 laptop computers, valued at $150,000, in partnership with Detroit Housing Commission and Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan to help advance digital equity for even more Detroit students and families.
Continue ReadingApplications for training grants through Going PRO Talent Fund accepted starting September 30
Michigan employers looking to take advantage of the Going PRO Talent Fund program will be able to apply for a share of at least $40 million in competitive training funds available to Michigan businesses today, Sept. 30. The Going PRO Talent Fund helps individuals secure employment, industry-recognized credentials and strong wages by providing training grants to Michigan businesses to support employees in high-demand, skilled trades industries.
Continue ReadingDetails and Deadlines: SBA Disaster Loan Applications
The U.S. Small Business Administration Business Recovery Center’s customer service representatives are still available to answer program questions, assist in completing the SBA disaster loan application, and help with the reconsideration process.
Continue ReadingDetroit Regional Chamber Releases 2021 Mackinac Policy Conference To-Do List
The Detroit Regional Chamber unveiled its 2021 Mackinac Policy Conference To-Do List following three days of discussions featuring top state, regional, and national thought leaders. In its 41st year, the Conference convened leaders in a dialogue on “reimagining a healthy Michigan.” To-do list items focus on closing racial and social equity gaps, reduce the physical and economic health impacts of COVID-19, improving education outcomes linked to upward mobility, and more.
Continue ReadingGeneral Motors, Detroit Regional Chamber Launch Fourth Annual NeighborHub Grant Program at Mackinac Policy Conference
Today, at the 2021 Mackinac Policy Conference, General Motors. President Mark Reuss announced an expanded NeighborHUB community grant program in partnership with the Detroit Regional Chamber.
Continue ReadingChamber Joins Business Groups In Advocating for Afghan Refugee Resettlement
DETROIT (Aug. 24, 2021) – Today the Detroit Regional Chamber joined business groups from around the state to applaud Gov. Whitmer’s request to President Biden to resettle Afghan refugees in Michigan. Michigan’s diverse population and long history of welcoming immigrants …
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