Michigan Business

Amway leaders to be honored during Economic Club of Grand Rapids with headliner Hillary Clinton

2013-06-17T21:33:10Z

Doug DeVos, Steve Van Andel, Kate Pew Wolters, and Rich and Helen DeVos will received awards at tonight's dinner.

Michigan International Speedway named NASCAR Foundation's Track of the Year for second year in a row

2013-06-17T21:30:04Z

The speedway has also raised thousands of dollars for area nonprofits and service groups throughout Jackson and Lenawee counties.

See what Gov. Rick Snyder is up to in Israel

2013-06-17T18:40:25Z

The Republican governor is interested in Israel's budding startup businesses, particularly in automotive, defense, water technology and research.

Luxury amenities overshadow studying in new student housing projects

2013-06-17T18:15:00Z

Student housing developers across the country are wielding lavish amenities to attract tenants, and that might come with some academic consequences, the New York Times reports. With amenities like beach volleyball courts, game rooms and outdoor pools, these high-end...

Several Grand Rapids area 7-Eleven stores facing closure

2013-06-17T18:01:41Z

It's unclear why Saginaw-based Garb-Ko is closing stores.

Sprint expanding its 4G LTE network in Michigan

2013-06-17T17:42:35Z

4G LTE stands for fourth generation long-term evolution, and it offers faster download speeds for mobile devices like smart phones and tablets.

Ford gains traction in Europe following new products, job cuts

2013-06-17T15:53:29Z

Strong demand for newly launched products helped Ford of Europe, according to officials, grow market share for a second-straight month in May. Ford’s total vehicle share was 8.3 percent in May, up 0.3 percentage points – marking the company’s highest May share since 2009.

Bryan Crough, 23-year director of Traverse City DDA, dies of sudden heart attack

2013-06-17T15:45:15Z

Crough "was a giant," said City Manager Ben Bifoss.

Rick Haglund: Universities should offer more than degree programs that simply fit today's job market

2013-06-17T14:29:26Z

Michigan college graduates are increasingly creating their own jobs, even though they may have graduated with degrees in low-demand fields.

GM veteran named to lead North America manufacturing

2013-06-17T14:18:19Z

General Motors Co. today named Gerald Johnson as North America manufacturing vice president effective July 1. Johnson, a 33-year GM veteran, will lead a team of more than 74,000 employees who work in 56 facilities including assembly, stamping, powertrain and component operations in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

Gas prices fall 30 cents in West Michigan; average dips below $4

2013-06-17T14:07:17Z

See what prices are like in your area.

Michigan's average gas price drops, expected to fall few more cents this week

2013-06-17T13:56:21Z

Prices spiked earlier this month in response to problems and maintenance projects at refineries serving Michigan and neighboring states, but those issues are clearing up.

Video: Ford develops robotic test driving program

2013-06-17T13:30:58Z

The pilot program, according to the Dearborn-based automaker, is initially being launched to ensure Ford trucks are "Built Ford Tough" through durability testing. The technology has been used most recently for durability testing of Ford’s all-new full-size Transit van, which launches in 2014.

More than 80 percent of poll participants OK, indifferent about Flint weather ball letter change

2013-06-17T13:30:00Z

Of the 559 votes cast as of 9 a.m. on Monday, June 17, 45.8 percent were fine with the change, 35.4 percent said the letter change doesn't matter as long as the weather ball stays, and 18.2 percent were not OK with the change from "CB" to "FM."

What are the top 10 vehicles for Dads?

2013-06-16T14:20:00Z

Today is Father’s Day. It’s a day many Dads will be out barbecuing or shooting a round of golf. But when they head to work on Monday, what will they drive?

Analyst: Chrysler pension freeze consistent with nationwide trend

2013-06-16T13:00:22Z

David Kudla, CEO and chief investment strategist of Mainstay Capital Management, said the Auburn Hills-based automaker is just the most recent company to shift white-collar workers to a defined-contribution, or 401(k), plan.

The Roostertail's Schoenith family: A lesson in the American dream (Wayland column)

2013-06-16T11:30:46Z

"The American dream" means something different to every generation and person. It’s something to be desired, but rarely achieved. And if achieved, it can easily be lost. In Detroit, we hear a lot about the Ford family achieving the American dream thanks to Henry Ford pioneering the U.S. automotive industry into what it is today. A family we hear less about nowadays is the Schoeniths, who were as close to royalty in the mid-1900s as arguably any family ever in the Motor City.

Pierogi burgers at MIS Speedway getting some attention at concession stands

2013-06-15T21:00:00Z

A rich and savory alternative to the typical burger and fries, the pierogi burger has received quite a bit of attention from fans eager to try what may become the next staple food of the Michigan International Speedway concession stands.

Business tips: Explore options to increase your productivity

2013-06-15T15:52:57Z

Small business owners often conclude that their business is truly established when they can turn down new business. They can say no because they're too busy with other projects and customers, or because they want to focus in a particular area.

How Kendall College student, 2 West Michigan firms wowed judges to win national Addys

2013-06-15T14:30:00Z

Randy Boileau: Awards show West Michigan's "level of originality and the boldness of talent."

Helen DeVos Children's Hospital outranks Detroit, Ann Arbor in two specialties in list of top hospitals

2013-06-15T13:30:00Z

Grand Rapids hospital makes U.S. News & World Report ranking in five of 10 specialties.