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Four20Post Live Features Michigan Cannabis Celebrities, Interviews With Local And National Marijuana Newsmakers
ANN ARBOR - The second edition of Four20Post Live aired Wednesday and we’ve got the video link embedded at the bottom of this story. The show featured local cannabis celebrities Jamie Cooper and Rick Thompson.
Traverse Legal Represents AirBnB Hosts In Battle Over COVID-19 Refunds
ANN ARBOR - Enrico Schaefer from Traverse Legal talks about how his firm is representing AirBNB hosts who are seeking to get refunds from the company for guests that have cancelled reservations dur to the
So What’s Next For The COVID-19 Pandemic?
ANN ARBOR - Our Infectious disease expert Fred Brown attempts to answer that question as states reopen with mixed results. Michigan has been one of the best at controlling spread of the virus, but Gov.
Breaking News
MIT Researchers Clean Air Pollution Using Oceans
BOSTON - Carbon capture — commonly thought of as the use of technology to remove
Michigan December Cannabis Sales Nearly Top $280 Million, $3.08 Billion For 2023
LANSING - Michigan December cannabis sales totaled $279.9 million, up 7.5 percent from November and
Consumers Energy Operating Heartland Wind Farms
MIDDLETON―Heartland Farms Wind in Gratiot County is producing clean energy for Michigan homes and businesses, Consumers
Development Of Hydrogen-Fueled 4-Stroke Engine Underway For Zero Emission Vessels
OSAKA, Japan – Yanmar Power Technology Co., Ltd, is developing a hydrogen-fueled 4-stroke high-speed engine
MDARD Announces Specialty Crop Grant Opportunity – Proposal Due Feb. 25
LANSING—The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development announced a request for proposals through the
Common Citizen Kicks Off Food Drive For Needy
MARSHALL – Common Citizen will kick off 2021 with the Common Citizen for the Common
This Is How Marijuana Could Go Federally Legal In 2021
WASHINGTON DC - It might sound like a bit of a pipe dream to think
420Post: Terrapin Care Station, Gage Social Equity Program
ANN ARBOR - On the Dec. 16 edition of Four20Post, Jamie Cooper from Sensi Connects
Report: Increased Monitoring Of US Drinking Water Supplies Critical Need
ANN ARBOR - Monitoring of U.S. drinking water supplies for chemical and microbial contaminants should
Michigan Public Service Commission Calls For More Info On Decision to Close Palisades Nuclear Power Plant
LANSING - The surprising announcement some two weeks ago that Consumers Energy would end an
MI Earth Day Fest Returns To Rochester In April 2017
ROCHESTER - MI Earth Day Fest is returning to Rochester in April 2017 after the
Michigan Energy Law Revisions – Including Customer Choice – Approved By State Legislature
LANSING - The final legislative session day of the 98th Legislature concluded with passage of
Firefox Adds Protection To Stop Browser Tracking
SAN FRANCISCO - Firefox has a new tool to stop websites from spying on you,
Comcast To Hire Nearly 400 In Michigan, Primarily In Call Centers
PLYMOUTH – If you want to handle questions from Comcast customers, the cable company has
Comcast Business Offers Voice Mobility Product For Small Business
PHILADELPHIA – Comcast Business has launch its Comcast Business Voice Mobility product, a new type
U-M Plays Role In Regional Big Data Hub
ANN ARBOR - A "big data brain trust" has been established by the National Science
Featured News
January Eeuphoria Fades As Economic Indicators Swung Negative In February
GRAND RAPIDS -- The “back-to-work euphoria” of January has faded and economic indicators edged back into negative territory in West Michigan
New Cancer-Screening Urine Test Has 99 Percent Accuracy Rate
KOREA - A simple urine test could soon help prevent pancreatic and prostate cancer from progressing through early detection. Researchers from
IRS And Treasury Issue Final Regulations On e-File For Businesses
WASHINGTON — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service issued final regulations amending the rules for filing returns
Michigan
UM Makes Esports Multiplayer Video Game Competition An Official Recreational Sport
ANN ARBOR—The University of Michigan Recreational Sports department is joining numerous universities across the country
Akervall Technologies Named 2019 Michigan SBDC Best Small Business Of Year
SALINE - Akervall Technologies has been selected the 2019 “Michigan SBDC Best Small Business of the
MEDC Offers Financial Assistance To Small Business In Michigan Main Street Communities
LANSING – The Michigan Economic Development Corp. has announced a new pilot program aimed at
Lawrence Tech Relaunches Recovery Starts Here Training Program For Displaced Workers
SOUTHFIELD - During the last recession in 2007-09, Lawrence Technological University launched Recovery Starts Here,
UM Makes Esports Multiplayer Video Game Competition An Official Recreational Sport
ANN ARBOR—The University of Michigan Recreational Sports department is joining numerous universities across the country
Akervall Technologies Named 2019 Michigan SBDC Best Small Business Of Year
SALINE - Akervall Technologies has been selected the 2019 “Michigan SBDC Best Small Business of the
MEDC Offers Financial Assistance To Small Business In Michigan Main Street Communities
LANSING – The Michigan Economic Development Corp. has announced a new pilot program aimed at
Lawrence Tech Relaunches Recovery Starts Here Training Program For Displaced Workers
SOUTHFIELD - During the last recession in 2007-09, Lawrence Technological University launched Recovery Starts Here,
Trump Says Cannabis Rescheduling Decision Could Come In Weeks
WASHINGTON DC - President Donald Trump affirmed at a news conference Monday that his administration is “looking” at
GVSU Report: Tariffs, Higher Rates Slowing West Michigan Economy
GRAND RAPIDS - A study by Grand Valley State University researchers suggests the West Michigan
Attorney Scott Roberts On What Cannabis Rescheduling Could Mean
ROYAL OAK - There’s been a lot of speculation that the Trump Administration could reschedule
5 Key Compliance Risks Every Organization Should Monitor
Compliance is no longer just a legal requirement for a business, but a competitive necessity.
Advanced Technologies
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Science Tech
Biotech firm names chief medical officer
ROYAL OAK — OncoCell MDx has hired Kirk Wojno, M.D., as its chief medical officer. OncoCell MDx is developing new, noninvasive molecular diagnostic assays. Wojno, a renowned urologic pathologist and expert in prostate biopsy interpretation,
IDTechEx Research Finds 3D Bioprinted Organ Models Key To $1.9 Billion Market
BOSTON - There is no doubt that 3D bioprinting is a technology of the future. Imagine being able to print a kidney or liver on demand. This is a stark contrast to the long wait
Comcast Awards $82,500 In Scholarships To 33 Michigan High School Students
PLYMOUTH – Comcast NBCUniversal has awarded $82,500 in scholarships for the 2018-2019 school year to 33 Michigan students as part of its annual Leaders and Achievers® Scholarship Program. Students are selected for their outstanding community
GVSU Offers Middle School Girls Science Tech, And Engineering Day Camps
GRAND RAPIDS - Middle school girls from West Michigan and Battle Creek will delve into engineering and science concepts and gain hands-on experience at the annual STEPS Camp offered at Grand Valley State University in
Industry 4.0 Featured News
Mobility
Car Companies Eyeing Charging Monthly Fees For A La Carte Features
DETROIT - As vehicles become increasingly connected to the internet, car companies aim to rake
EV Charging Startup Expanding Into Training Green Power Workers
DETROIT—As electric vehicle fever hits the U.S. auto market this year, Veyha, an EV charging
Google Replaces Android Auto With Something Way Better
DETROIT - Google's Android Auto service first launched in 2015 and has radically evolved since then in subsequent updates.
Ford, Walmart To Launch Autonomous Vehicle Delivery Service
DEARBORN—Ford Motor Co., Walmart, and a Pittsburgh, Pa.-based autonomous vehicle company called Argo AI are
Digital and Mobile
J.D. Power Study: Could Social Media Get Better Response From Wireless Carriers?
COSTA MESA, Calif - Could social media be realizing its true calling as the ultimate customer
Mobile Monday Detroit To Hear CES, NAIAS Recaps From Michiganders Who Attended
DETROIT – As is always the case, January is a busy month in terms of
WOW Now Offering Gigabit Internet In Metro Detroit
DETROIT — The cable TV, internet and phone provider WOW, formerly known as Wide Open
What To Do When Your Smartphone Tells You A Ballistic Missile Is Headed Your Way
HONOLULU, Hawaii - In mid-January Hawaiian residents and visitors received a text that warned a
Online Tech Hosting Free Diaster Recovery Workshops In Indy, Detroit
DETROIT - Online Tech is hosting free Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery workshops in Indianapolis
7 Reasons Security Pros Fail – And Keys To Success
LANSING - You've probably heard the phrase, "Failure is the key to success." But are
Sony Hackers Were Sloppy, FBI Chief Says
WASHINGTON DC - The head of the FBI says the hackers responsible for Sony's data
Morgan Stanley Says Employee Stole More Than 350,000 Customer Accounts
NEW YORK - Morgan Stanley, one of the world's largest financial services firms, revealed Monday
Business and Finance
Grand Circus, Facebook Partner On Coding Bootcamp Scholarships
DETROIT – Grand Circus, Michigan’s leading technology training institute, in partnership with Facebook announced the
Michigan Growth Capital Symposium Announces Presenting Companies
ANN ARBOR—Organizers of the Midwest Growth Capital Symposium announced the ventures that will present at the 38th annual
MCWT, Diva Tech Talk Updates Provided By Kathleen Norton-Schock
ROYAL OAK - Kathleen Norton-Schock joins Matt and Mike for her monthly update on the
How To Pitch An Angel Investor: Mi Padrino CEO Interview
ROYAL OAK - Tember Shea, portfolio manager at Invest Detroit Ventures, talks about her panel
Labor Department Announces Update To Overtime Rule For Salaried Employees
GRAND RAPIDS - For the first time in 12 years, the U.S. Department of Labor
Ernst & Young Names 12 Michigan Entrepreneurs To Awards List
DETROIT - Sometimes as entrepreneurs and creatives we are so busy working we don’t take time
Challenge Detroit Names Fifth-Year Class Of 42 Fellows
DETROIT - Challenge Detroit, celebrating its fifth year, announced its 2016-2017 class of 42 Fellows,
M2 Techcast: ProUp Connects High School Students With STEM Business Opportunities
ROYAL OAK - Justine Sheu from ProUp.Com talks about how her website helps students get
