mikebrennan

About Mike Brennan

Founder of Michigan News Network, and serves as CEO, as well as Editor & Publisher of MITECHNEWS.COM. Brennan has worked since 1980 as a technology writer at newspapers in New York, NY, San Jose, CA., Seattle, WA., Memphis, TN., Detroit, MI., and London, England. He co-founded and served as managing editor of Pacific Rim News Service (SEATTLE), which developed a network of more than 100 freelance journalists in 17 Asia-Pacific countries.

NASA Seeks To Bring Mars Invisible Oil Back To Earth

NEW YORK - The surface of Mars, when compared with its past, might have habitable conditions, but present-day Mars is a dry desert terrain. New results obtained from the NASA MAVEN mission are explaining the enigma of the change in the image of Mars, which relates to solar wind and the unusual magnetic and electric

By |2024-11-10T15:29:20-05:00November 10th, 2024|Science|

WCC, Talent Together Partner To Prepare Teachers To Address Critical Shortage

ANN ARBOR – Washtenaw Community College is partnering with Talent Together in a unique teacher preparation initiative to address the educator shortage in Michigan. Talent Together, one of the nation’s largest “Grow Your Own” teacher preparation programs, is led by a consortium of all 56 intermediate school districts (ISDs) in Michigan. It was founded in

By |2024-11-10T15:11:26-05:00November 10th, 2024|New Products, New Products / Contracts|

Ohio Dispensary Gears Up For Marijuana Sales After Election Win

HUBBARD, Ohio - Ohioans bought more than $143 million worth of marijuana in the first three months it’s been available for adult use. Hubbard was one of the places where you could buy it — only if you had a medical card. On election night, voters lifted that ban. ACA Dispensary opened in December. It’s been

By |2024-11-09T14:59:49-05:00November 9th, 2024|Marijuana Business, News|

Ann Arbor To Build Sustainable Energy Utility To Provide 100 Percent Renewable Energy

ANN ARBOR — Ann Arbor residents voted to authorize Proposal A: Creation of a Sustainable Energy Utility. The Sustainable Energy Utility will be an opt-in, supplemental, community-owned energy utility that provides 100% renewable energy from local solar and battery storage systems installed at participating homes and businesses in the city. Now authorized, the detailed final

EV Battery With 1,000-mile Range

BOSTON – EV Battery With 1,000-Mile Range? A groundbreaking development from a Massachusetts-based company promises to revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) market by introducing a battery capable of delivering an astonishing 1,000 miles on a single charge Fast Company reported. As the demand for longer-range EVs grows, this new battery could significantly alleviate range anxiety,

By |2024-12-01T11:30:55-05:00November 9th, 2024|Science|

Ohio’s Cannabis Sales Tops $143 Million In First 4 Months

COLUMBUS -  Ohio's recreational cannabis market has experienced a remarkable rise since its official rollout in August 2024. In less than four months, the state has accumulated over $143 million in recreational sales, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Cannabis Control (DCC). This rapid growth is powered by the high demand and economic potential of

By |2024-11-06T16:45:47-05:00November 6th, 2024|Marijuana Business, News|

Common Pitfalls in Personal Injury Claims: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes

Sacramento, California, is a vibrant city known for its unique blend of historical charm and modern amenities. As the state capital, it features a diverse population and a bustling atmosphere filled with cultural landmarks, parks, and a thriving economy. However, the city's growth and busy roadways also bring about the potential for accidents, leaving individuals

By |2024-11-05T18:39:30-05:00November 5th, 2024|Guest Columns|

Cannabis Users Back Harris Over Trump

DETROIT - A recent survey by NuggMD, a cannabis telehealth platform, found that a majority of cannabis users intend to vote for Vice PresidentKamala Harrisin the upcoming election. According to the poll (via Marijuana Moment), 53% of surveyed cannabis consumers said they plan to support Harris, while 40% favor former President Donald Trump. Six percent of respondents reported being

By |2024-11-02T10:23:52-04:00November 2nd, 2024|Featured, Marijuana Business, News|

Recreational Cannabis Sales In Central Ohio Cities Banned

COLUMBUS - Nearly a year ago, Ohioans voted to legalize recreational marijuana, but whether you can buy it in your community depends on where you live. The recreational marijuana business is booming, and cities and townships that ban sales within their boundaries are forgoing economic benefits like jobs and sales tax revenue. As of last week,

By |2024-11-02T10:12:58-04:00November 2nd, 2024|Marijuana Business, News|

What Is Fintech And How Does It Move Money?

ANN ARBOR - Rola Farawi from FIS talks about Fintech in this video interview with Terry Bean and Mike Brennan from MITech TV. Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (FIS) is an American multinational corporation which offers a wide range of financial products and services. FIS is most known for its development of Financial Technology, or