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27% Of Older Michigan Adults Used Pot In Past Year, U-M Poll Contends
ANN ARBOR - More than a quarter of Michigan residents age 50 or older have
Michigan Cannabis Sales Increase In August Even With Ohio Marijuana Now Legal
DETROIT - As recreational marijuana sales kicked off in Ohio last month, Michigan’s cannabis industry
With Ohio Legal Cannabis Sales Firing Up, Has Michigan Sales Plateaued?
LANSING — Has Michigan hit its weed ceiling? Michigan recently hit a high water mark:
Michigan August Cannabis Sales Record $295.5 Million
LANSING - In August, Michigan recreational and medical cannabis sales set a monthly record to
Michigan August Cannabis Sales Record $295.5 Million
LANSING - In August, Michigan recreational and medical cannabis sales set a monthly record to
Ohio Recreational Marijuana Sales Top $54 Million In First Month
COLUMBUS - More than $50 million worth of recreational marijuana product has been sold in
Ohio Black Women-Owned Cannabis Company To Achieve 100% Vertical integration
COLUMBUS - The cannabis industry has over the years seen little participation of women and the involvement
Ohio With 123 Dispensaries Looks To License More To Keep Up With Demand
COLUMBUS, Ohio - For a month now, Ohio adults aged 21 and older have been able
Breaking News
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
Michigan Lawmakers Move To Ban Kratom As $2 Billion Market Faces Shutdown
LANSING - Michigan lawmakers are weighing a proposal that would outlaw kratom statewide — a
Michigan Cannabis Prices 2026: Are Structural Pressures Testing the Low-Price Model?
Updated: February 2026 LANSING - Michigan cannabis prices in 2026 remain among the lowest in
Supreme Court Weighs Line 5 Dispute, Putting Michigan’s Pipeline Battle at a Crossroads
LANSING - The fate of Michigan’s long-running battle over the Line 5 oil pipeline moved
Senate Bill 56 Likely To Pass Next Week With New Ohio Criminal Sanctions
COLUMBUS - A new law that’s likely to pass at the Ohio Statehouse next week
Kent State Offering Cannabis Career Certificate Programs To Meet Workforce Demands
KENT, Ohio - On Monday, Kent State University announced it will be launching six online
Michigan Cannabis Industry Fights 24 Percent Wholesale Tax In Court
DETROIT - The Michigan Court of Claims heard arguments Nov. 25 over the constitutionality of a
Ohio Cannabis Communities Still Waiting for Millions in Tax Revenue — Relief May Come in December
COLUMBUS - Ohio communities hosting recreational marijuana dispensaries are still waiting for their share of
Nikola Lands $58.2 Million To Build Hydrogen Stations To Fuel Heavy Commercial Vehicles
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - Nikola was granted a total of $58.2 million from various regulatory agencies
Rivian CEO Opens Up About EV Charging Deal With Tesla
IRVINE, CA. - Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe said his company’s upcoming EV charging partnership with
Energy Transition: Hydrogen-Generated Rooftop Panels
KARLSRUHE, Germany - Efficient production of hydrogen, fuels, and even drinking water on roofs or
Forget Solar Panels Now We Have Rain Panels To Generate Electricity
DETROIT - In a potentially game-changing breakthrough in energy harvesting, researchers have found a way
Featured News
The Dream Of Alchemy Becomes Real As Lead Is Transformed Into Gold
SWITZERLAND - In a groundbreaking scientific achievement, researchers at CERN have accomplished what alchemists of the Middle Ages could only dream
Analysis: State-Legal Cannabis Sales Top $30 Billion in 2024
DETROIT - Sales of state-licensed cannabis products totaled $30.1 billion in 2024, according to data compiled by Vangst Staffing and Whitney Economics. This total represents
ITC To Conduct Aerial Patrols of Transmission Lines in Michigan
NOVI – ITC will be conducting aerial patrols of the high-voltage transmission structures and lines in Michigan from May 27-June 30,
MI Tech TV
Artificial Intelligence In Business: New Series with Melih Oztalay
BIRMINGHAM, MI February 5, 2024 – Artificial Intelligence In Business will address the explosion of AI like ChatGPT since November 2022. Since then businesses have begun to experiment with Artificial Intelligence. Melih Oztalay, CEO of
Purple Engine Coaching And Consulting Created By Long-Time PR Pro
ANN ARBOR - There's a new business coaching and consulting business in Michigan started by long-time public relations professional Michelle Gilbert, formerly vice president of communications for Comcast Heartland, that includes Michigan. She recently left
Events Galore For Women And Girls From Michigan Council Of Women In Technology
ANN ARBOR - Kathleen Norton-Schock provides her monthly updates on all the programs on Michigan Council of Women in Technology''s calendar over the next couple of months, including several competitions that earn college scholarships. On
Michigan
J.D. Power: Travel Sites Lag Overall Online Customer Satisfaction
TROY–Travel apps and websites are heavily relied-upon digital tools used by travelers, containing everything from
LTU’s 2024 Robofest Quest – Students Design Miniature Autonomous Taxis
SOUTHFIELD—Autonomous vehicles hold the promise of safer, more sustainable, and more inclusive transportation. So it’s
State Launches ‘You Can In Michigan’ Talent Marketing Campaign
LANSING—Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and leaders with the Michigan Economic Development Corp. have unveiled “You Can
LTU Adds Bachelor Of Science In Concrete Technology And Management Degree
SOUTHFIELD—Concrete is the world’s most-used construction material—its usage worldwide, ton for ton, is twice that
J.D. Power: Travel Sites Lag Overall Online Customer Satisfaction
TROY–Travel apps and websites are heavily relied-upon digital tools used by travelers, containing everything from
LTU’s 2024 Robofest Quest – Students Design Miniature Autonomous Taxis
SOUTHFIELD—Autonomous vehicles hold the promise of safer, more sustainable, and more inclusive transportation. So it’s
State Launches ‘You Can In Michigan’ Talent Marketing Campaign
LANSING—Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and leaders with the Michigan Economic Development Corp. have unveiled “You Can
LTU Adds Bachelor Of Science In Concrete Technology And Management Degree
SOUTHFIELD—Concrete is the world’s most-used construction material—its usage worldwide, ton for ton, is twice that
Michigan Bets Big, but AI Investment ROI Unclear
DETROIT - Michigan is investing millions of dollars to build an artificial intelligence economy but
Why Michigan Isn’t Creating Enough Billion-Dollar Startups — And Why Ann Arbor Thinks It Has The Answer
ANN ARBOR — Michigan helped invent the modern auto industry, remains one of America's top
The Pentagon’s Silver Sphere Mystery Just Got Stranger
An artist's rendering of a metallic silver sphere based on descriptions from military reports and
Federal Cannabis Reform Could Create Winners And Losers. Will Ohio Overtake Michigan?
Michigan still dominates cannabis sales and attracts thousands of out-of-state shoppers every week. But Ohio's
Advanced Technologies
Musk: Tesla Humanoid Robot Will Be Able To Do Everything Better Than Us
TEXAS - In a past message on X, Elon Musk said Tesla Inc.'s humanoid robot called Optimus could “eliminate dangerous, repetitive,
Researchers Achieve Super-Safe, Ultrafast Li-ion Battery Charging
SOUTH KOREA - In a significant advancement for EV technology, researchers at Chung-Ang University in South Korea have made a breakthrough
AI’s Impact On Workforce Playing Out Inside Big AI Companies Themselves
CALIFORNIA - After Microsoft and Google parent Alphabet continued to talk up massive AI investments in earnings calls on Tuesday, we’re
Jet Has Six hydrogen Fuel Engines And Is Bigger Than Boeing 747
NEW YORK - This triple-decker jet has six hydrogen fuel engines and it’s so big it looks like a flying hotel
Science Tech
Scientists Successfully Transfer Longevity Gene To Extend Life
NEW YORK - The successful transfer of a gene that produces HMW-HA paves the way for improving the health and lifespan of humans, too. In a groundbreaking endeavor, scientists at the University of Rochester have successfully transferred
Aggressive Cancer Cells Transformed Into Healthy Cells in Breakthrough
NEW YORK - A particularly aggressive form of childhood cancer that forms in muscle tissue might have a new treatment option on the horizon. Scientists have successfully induced rhabdomyosarcoma cells to transform into normal, healthy muscle
Terry Bean Provides Details On TEDxDetroit Sept 28
DETROIT - TEDxDetroit returns on Sept. 28 at Sound Board Detroit in Motor City Casino. Co-organizer Terry Bean joins Matt and Mike on MITechTV to provide all the details in this video interview. According to
Airfoil Group Provides Tips On How Biz Can Podcast
ROYAL OAK - Airfoil Public Relations in Royal Oak is one of the handful of regional PR companies that specializes in working with tech companies and manufacturers. Now Airfoil has announced a new specialty, training
BioArbor Entrepreneur Showcase
ANN ARBOR - Advanced life science technology companies from Southeast Michigan will provide an eight-minute pitch June 7 outlining their products, their technology and their market opportunity. They will also detail recent accomplishments such as
LSI Director Roger Cone Named Director U-M Biosciences Initiative
ANN ARBOR - Roger Cone, director of the University of Michigan's Life Sciences Institute, has been named to an additional role as the university's first vice provost and director of the biosciences initiative, effective immediately.
Incentivizing Wellness
LANSING - Michael Rogers, communications officer for the Small Business Association of Michigan, talks with Sara Julius, managing partner of Edify North, an employee benefits consulting firm. To listen, click on https://www.sbam.org/Resources/tabid/97/ArtMID/2980/ArticleID/2828/Incentivizing-wellness.aspx
Diplomat Buys Virginia Health Care Service Center Company
FLINT — Diplomat Pharmacy Inc. announced it had completed its acquisition of WRB Communications Inc., a health care service center company based in Chantilly, Va. WRB specializes in relationship management programs for pharmaceutical manufacturers and
BioArbor Entrepreneur Showcase
ANN ARBOR - Advanced life science technology companies from Southeast Michigan will provide an eight-minute pitch June 7 outlining their products, their technology and their market opportunity. They will also detail recent accomplishments such as
LSI Director Roger Cone Named Director U-M Biosciences Initiative
ANN ARBOR - Roger Cone, director of the University of Michigan's Life Sciences Institute, has been named to an additional role as the university's first vice provost and director of the biosciences initiative, effective immediately.
Incentivizing Wellness
LANSING - Michael Rogers, communications officer for the Small Business Association of Michigan, talks with Sara Julius, managing partner of Edify North, an employee benefits consulting firm. To listen, click on https://www.sbam.org/Resources/tabid/97/ArtMID/2980/ArticleID/2828/Incentivizing-wellness.aspx
Diplomat Buys Virginia Health Care Service Center Company
FLINT — Diplomat Pharmacy Inc. announced it had completed its acquisition of WRB Communications Inc., a health care service center company based in Chantilly, Va. WRB specializes in relationship management programs for pharmaceutical manufacturers and
Industry 4.0 Featured News
Mobility
Tesla’s EV Affordable Pricing Strategy 2025
NEW YORK – Tesla EV Affordable Pricing Strategy 2025 is set to revolutionize the electric
Electric Volkswagen Microbus Makes US Debut
ANN ARBOR - The much beloved Volkswagen Microbus is back this time as an all
General Motors Just Pulled Off A Major Electric Comeback
DETROIT - Overall U.S. auto sales are expected to weaken in the third quarter, according to
Adapters That Can Charge GM EVs At Tesla Superchargers Now Available
DETROIT - General Motors said that starting Wednesday, owners of its electric vehicles can purchase
Detroit Auto Show To Add Auto Mobility Exposition In 2017
DETROIT - The North American International Auto Show is adding a new wrinkle in 2017
Ford Fusion Hybrid Autonomous Research Vehicle, No Headlights No Problem
DEARBORN - Last month, under the cover of night, a Ford Fusion Hybrid autonomous research
Digital and Mobile
Will Russian Cyber Attacks On USA Come After Ukrainian Invasion?
ANN ARBOR - When Russia invades the Ukraine in the next week or so, according
Blockchain Based Data Management Used to Create Sustainable Food Systems
TROY - The global ethical food market is expected to grow to $728 billion by
Project OVERCOME: Helping Close Detroit’s Digital Divide
SOUTHFIELD - 123NET has partnered with the Detroit Community Technology Project and Grace in Action
Strategies To Successfully Integrate MSPs Into Your Program
DETROIT - Join MotorCity ISSA for a discussion on Information Security with guest speaker Brian
Solarwinds Hacked By Russians – Cybersecurity Experts Break It Down
ANN ARBOR - Cybersecurity experts Dan Lohrmann and Richard Stiennon provide details on how the
How We Can Be Manipulated Into Sharing Private Information Online Revealed In A Study by Ben-Gurion University Researchers
BEER-SHEVA, Israel – Online users are more likely to reveal private information based on how
Russians Hack US Government Including National Nuclear Security Agency
WASHINGTON DC - Russian intelligence agency reportedly carried out a sophisticated cyberwar attack that struck
Russian Government Hackers Behind Broad Espionage Campaign Compromising U.S. agencies, Including Treasury, Commerce
WASHINGTON DC - Russian government hackers breached the Treasury and Commerce departments, along with other
Business and Finance
6 Steps For Preparing Your Yard For Spring
It’s been a cold, long winter — and while we’re not exactly out of the
Apple Launching iPhone SE 4 With $499 Price Tag This Week?
CUPERTINO, CA, - In his latest Power On newsletter, prominent industry analyst Mark Gurman claims
It’s A Bird, It’s A Plane, It’s A Flying Motorcycle
NEW YORK - Czech company UDX has introduced a groundbreaking electric vertical take-off and landing (evTOL) prototype
WCC Hosts Career Fair February 12 In Ann Arbor
ANN ARBOR – Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will host approximately 70 employers at its Winter Career
17 Tips For A Stress-Free Family Vacation
Image credit Maybe you are looking to plan a family vacation filled with joy, where
Choosing the Right Coating for Your Business
Today we explore the depths of business coatings - because finding the ideal finish can
What Does Your Business Need That You Don’t Currently Have?
What does your business need that it doesn’t currently have? This is an important question,
Essential Ways To Improve Your SEO In 2024
You can have the best business in the world, but if the right people cannot
CitySide Capital Network Offers Virtual Startup Deal Tank Feb. 23
BIRMINGHAM – CitySide Ventures is launching a monthly virtual Deal Tank for early-stage companies to pitch
Southwest Michigan First Announces Lee Chatfield as New CEO
KALAMAZOO - Lee Chatfield, former Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives, has been named
Bamboo Royal Oak Now Open And Offering Private Tours
ROYAL OAK - Bamboo is open safely for those returning to an office or virtual
13th Annual Gamic Competition – Quarter Finals Scheduled
DETROIT - 2021 GAMIC Applications for the 13th Year of the competition are now closed.
ITC Commits $500,000 to COVID-19 Disaster Relief Funding
NOVI - As the nation rallies to support the fight against the Pandemic, ITC is
Esperion’s New Cholesterol-Busting Drug Hits The Market
ANN ARBOR—After years of development, Nexletol, the new cholesterol-reducer from Ann Arbor’s Esperion Therapeutics Inc.,
Should I Reduce My Marketing Budget Due To Coronavirus? Spoiler Alert: NO
LONDON, England - With the events and hospitality industry on its knees, and millions of
Altarum Offers Poll To Measure Public Perceptions During COVID-19 Pandemic
ANN ARBOR - Altarum, a nonprofit deduced to public health, is offering a poll that
Business News
- Dogecoin Shares 3 Things Are Guaranteed: 'Death, Taxes And A Giant DOGE' Provided You Pay Your Dues To This Government
- Bill Ackman Warns US Exposure To Hormuz Strait Is As Strategic A Risk For America As Reliance On Taiwan Chips: 'Not Conducive' To Long-Term Peace
- Bernie Sanders Unveils Bill Targeting AI Billions, Plans To Create $7 Trillion Sovereign Wealth Fund That Sends Americans $1,000 Checks Each Year
