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Palisades Nuclear Restart Faces Intensifying Scrutiny Over Weld Documentation, Safety Questions

COVERT, MI - The effort to restart the Palisades Nuclear Generating Station is entering its most consequential regulatory phase, as missing decades-old weld documentation forces owner Holtec International to seek relief from federal regulators. At issue is whether the 800-megawatt nuclear plant — shut down in May 2022 after 51 years of operation — can

By |2026-03-02T17:03:37-05:00March 2nd, 2026|Clean Update, ESD, Featured, News|

9 Ways to Improve to Improve Database Performance in 2026

Keeping databases fast and reliable is critical for businesses in 2026. With ever-growing data volumes, using the right tools can make a huge difference in performance. Here are nine top solutions that help optimize your SQL database and ensure smooth operations. 1. SolarWinds SolarWinds stands out for its powerful database monitoring and performance management. Its

By |2026-03-03T09:46:42-05:00March 2nd, 2026|Guest Columns|

New Coworking Hub Opens at Michigan Central Station

DETROIT —Michigan Central innovation continues to expand with the launch of The Michigan Central Mezz, a new coworking and collaboration space in Detroit’s Corktown district. As part of the broader Michigan Central innovation district, this development reflects growing demand for flexible workspaces and entrepreneurial resources. Therefore, the new facility is expected to strengthen Detroit’s position

Middle East Tensions Raise New Affordability Fears: What a Strait of Hormuz Disruption Could Mean for Michigan Gas Prices

DETROIT - As U.S.–Iran tensions escalate following weekend military strikes, energy markets are zeroing in on one strategic chokepoint: the Strait of Hormuz. Roughly 20% of the world’s seaborne oil supply passes through that narrow waterway between Iran and Oman. If Iran were to disrupt or temporarily shut down shipping lanes, even briefly, the impact

By |2026-03-01T14:09:13-05:00March 1st, 2026|Featured, News|

Whitmer’s State of the State: What It Means for Michigan Business, Industry and Jobs

LANSING - Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s final State of the State address was framed around literacy, housing and health care. On its surface, it sounded like social policy. For Michigan’s business community, it was something else entirely: an economic competitiveness blueprint. Whitmer did not roll out sweeping business tax cuts or headline-grabbing megaprojects. Instead, she zeroed

By |2026-02-27T14:24:47-05:00February 27th, 2026|Featured, News, Politics, Politics/Government|

Ohio Cannabis Law Fight: What Senate Bill 56 Means For Retailers, Consumers And The Voter Mandate

COLUMBUS - Ohio’s cannabis market is facing another political test. A coalition of hemp shop owners, cannabis retailers and advocates is attempting to block changes contained in Ohio Senate Bill 56, arguing the law rewrites what voters approved when they legalized adult-use marijuana. At the center of the fight is Bellaire shop owner and village

By |2026-02-27T13:25:56-05:00February 27th, 2026|Marijuana Business, News|

MCWT News, AI In Job Placement, Yellow Flag Productions High School Sports

On MITechTV Feb. 16 Kathleen Norton-Schock talked about all things MCWT. Gary Erickson from Executive Search Partners talked about how AI performs jobs that suck. Lorne Plant from Yellow Flag Productions provided details on high school sports coverage on Channel 4 in Detroit. View all past video interviews at MITechTV

By |2026-02-27T11:07:31-05:00February 27th, 2026|Podcasts|