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Americans Distrust the Economy—but Still Bet on Themselves as Gas Prices and Spending Cuts Loom

ANN ARBOR — Americans are sending a mixed economic signal: they don’t trust the national economy, but they still believe in their own ability to navigate it. That’s the central finding from a new study by Appinio, which reveals a widening gap between national pessimism and personal financial confidence. While 47% of Americans rate the

By |2026-03-31T14:07:51-04:00March 31st, 2026|News|

Michigan’s 24% Cannabis Tax Fight Becomes Constitutional Showdown With Billions at Stake

LANSING — What began as a plan to fix Michigan’s crumbling roads is rapidly turning into one of the most consequential legal battles in the state’s cannabis era — a case that could redefine not only how marijuana is taxed, but how much power lawmakers have to alter voter-approved laws. At the center of the

Michigan Auto Sales Face Squeeze as Tariffs and Iran War Drive Up Car and Gas Prices

DETROIT — New car prices are rising again in the United States, but this time the pressure is coming from multiple directions at once — and Michigan sits directly in the crosshairs. A combination of import tariffs, supply chain costs, and now a global oil shock tied to the Iran conflict is pushing vehicle prices

By |2026-03-30T19:32:09-04:00March 30th, 2026|Auto Tech, News|

Why Hotel Businesses Can Benefit From Continuous Threat Monitoring

Hotel businesses operate in a fast-paced environment where guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and reputation are paramount. Yet, behind the seamless check-ins and luxurious efficiency, and reputation are paramount. Yet, behind the seamless check-ins and luxurious experiences lies a complex digital landscape that is increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats. From booking systems and payment processing to

By |2026-04-01T09:34:16-04:00March 30th, 2026|Guest Columns|

Top SIEM Tools to Use in 2026

Source: freepik Robust cybersecurity is no longer optional. Businesses of all sizes need to adopt advanced cybersecurity measures to protect their data and keep the IT infrastructure running smoothly in the face of threats.  This is where Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools come in! These are cybersecurity solutions that provide real-time monitoring, aggregation,

By |2026-03-30T10:33:55-04:00March 30th, 2026|Guest Columns|

Michigan’s Data Center Boom Collides With Grid Reality: Who Really Pays the Price?

ANN ARBOR - Michigan’s push to become a hub for artificial intelligence infrastructure is running into a hard constraint: the electric grid. As hyperscale data centers expand across the United States, their massive energy demands are forcing utilities, regulators, and local communities to confront a difficult question—how to power the next generation of computing without

By |2026-03-29T10:16:39-04:00March 29th, 2026|Clean Update, Clean, green, hybrid, Clean, Green, wireless|

Ohio Moves Toward Vertical Cannabis Expansion — Small Operators Could Finally Break Into Full Market

COLUMBUS, Ohio — A new proposal moving through the Ohio legislature could fundamentally reshape the state’s fast-growing cannabis industry, giving smaller operators a long-awaited chance to compete—and potentially signaling a shift toward a more open market like neighboring Michigan. Under House Bill 611, lawmakers are considering allowing certain standalone cannabis processors to obtain cultivation and

By |2026-03-28T13:19:34-04:00March 28th, 2026|Marijuana Business, News|

Why Your Power Bill Keeps Going Up — And Why It May Not Stop

LANSING — Michigan residents are about to see their electric bills rise again. State regulators have approved a $276.6 million rate increase for Consumers Energy, marking the latest in a steady series of hikes that are quietly—but consistently—pushing household energy costs higher. For the average customer, the increase will add about $6 per month, depending

How Attending Soccer Matches Boosts Fan Engagement

Attending soccer matches live stands as the zenith of fandom for countless supporters worldwide. A survey by the Centre for the International Business of Sport discovered that fans who regularly attend games show higher levels of team identification and satisfaction. This unique atmosphere cultivates a bond with the sport that screen watching just can't match.

By |2026-03-28T10:28:17-04:00March 28th, 2026|Guest Columns|

7 Ways Healthcare Businesses Can Cut Costs Without Compromising Care

It’s no secret that the healthcare industry is under increasingly intense financial pressure. With operating experiences growing at above-inflation rates, many healthcare businesses are finding that they’re struggling to maintain standards, right at a time when patient expectations are higher than ever. Meeting these challenges is made even more difficult by a reluctance to cut

By |2026-03-30T10:02:27-04:00March 27th, 2026|Business|