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SK Siltron CEO on new $300 million facility: ‘Thrilled to expand our presence in Michigan’

By Art Benavidez | Sep 13, 2022

An Auburn-based semiconductor wafer manufacturer has chosen Bay City for a $300 million project over several other states.
Arizona Chamber of Commerce's Seiden: CHIPS Act 'is helpful to our local economy'

By Art Benavidez | Aug 11, 2022

The microchips-based legislation that was spearheaded by Arizona Democratic Sens. Kyrsten Sinema and Mark Kelly has received the seal of approval from the president of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
C&S Machine President on its Bertrand Township facility expansion: ‘We look forward to aggressively expanding our business’

By Art Benavidez | Aug 10, 2022

C&S Machine Products, a manufacturer of precision components, will increase production at its facility in Bertrand Township in Berrien County.
Driven by NV gasoline prices, June inflation at record 9.1%

By Art Benavidez | Jul 13, 2022

Inflation has surpassed what economists had predicted for the month of June, with the price of gas being the main factor.
HOLO Footwear moves to Grand Rapids: ‘West Michigan is an excellent location for our growth'

By Art Benavidez | Jul 5, 2022

A Portland, Oregon, based manufacturer of sustainable outdoor footwear has announced that it will relocate its headquarters to Grand Rapids.
Michigan Strategic Fund and Whitmer invest in businesses: 'Our economy is on the move'

By Art Benavidez | Jun 23, 2022

The Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) is backing the expansion of two business operations in the state that will facilitate 68 additional jobs through a $7.7 million private investment.
Whitmer: 'We are thrilled that Ford is advancing its long legacy in Michigan by investing $2 billion to create 3,200 good-paying UAW jobs'

By Art Benavidez | Jun 22, 2022

More than $2 billion will be invested in Ford facilities to strengthen the company’s electric vehicle production and create new jobs.
Consumer tells state treasurers to dump AmEx investments, citing 'woke' racial agenda

By Art Benavidez | May 5, 2022

American Express is receiving criticism for what some are calling "woke" policies that have led to citizens calling on state treasurers to drop state pension fund investment in American Express.
Masters questions Chinese land ownership in US: 'Why are the Chinese buying up all the farmland in this country?'

By Art Benavidez | Apr 27, 2022

Chinese ownership of U.S. land and assets has been a growing concern, especially when considering that China owns over $2 billion in American farmland.
Blackrock: 'By 2030, at least 75% of BlackRock corporate and sovereign assets managed on behalf of clients will be invested in issuers with science-based targets'

By Art Benavidez | Apr 14, 2022

Blackrock has announced what their investment portfolio will look like in 2030 relating to ESG policies. The statement made clear that the majority of the investments made by the firm will comprise of companies, and governments, that have clear goals on reducing emissions.
Inflation rate at 8.5% for March, Michigan gas prices still near $4 a gallon

By Art Benavidez | Apr 12, 2022

On Tuesday, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released its latest Consumer Price Index for the month of March, and it's even worse than economists had predicted.
Augusta-based agency offers new approach for employers with health benefits

By Art Benavidez | Mar 10, 2022

For employers and employees who are looking at options regarding health care coverage, finding a plan that offers predictable and stable costs is important.
Arizona residents feel impact of Biden's energy policies

By Art Benavidez | Mar 2, 2022

High inflationary prices at the gas pump continue to rise with the ongoing invasion of Ukraine by Russia, leading some to criticize President Biden's domestic energy policies.
Balloon sinuplasty 'significantly' changed sinus treatment for the better

By Art Benavidez | Feb 16, 2022

When conventional treatments for long-term sinus conditions do not work, balloon sinuplasty offers patients a minimally invasive surgical procedure to relieve sinusitis.
Flexibility of the work is what keeps gig workers driving

By Art Benavidez | Feb 16, 2022

Many gig workers are enticed to the occupation because of the flexibility that it offers in accommodating one’s personal life.
'I’ve been an entrepreneur all my life': Gig workers prefer being classified as independent contractors

By Art Benavidez | Feb 16, 2022

Gig workers within the ride-hailing sector do not want the federal government to institute laws that would take away their independent contractor status.
Flexibility makes gig work popular

By Art Benavidez | Dec 13, 2021

Sponsored Content -- Many employees enter the gig economy because it allows people to find a job without needing special skills.
'Shaping lives and careers with greater purpose': Most gig workers enjoy job, social dynamic

By Art Benavidez | Dec 3, 2021

Gig economy drivers are more satisfied with their job than their traditional counterparts, according to new studies that showed the dynamics of interacting with the public was an added bonus.
Gig drivers extol ride-hailing work

By Art Benavidez | Nov 18, 2021

Gig workers like working for a ride-hailing company for an array of reasons with flexibility, higher income, ease of job and more time for family being at the top of the list.
Central Jersey gig worker drives for Uber to earn extra income

By Art Benavidez | Oct 31, 2021

People often talk about having a side hustle, but may not know the best way to earn extra income.

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