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JPMorgan Chase economist encouraged by global economy
Anthony Chan will be in Grand Rapids this week to talk to private clients.
The global economy ultimately affects individuals — especially high-net-worth individuals whose personal wealth and business capital is subject to constant economic changes on the other side of the globe, as well as the other side of Michigan.
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Ethanol production levels off in Michigan
Plans for five more plants were scrapped.
LANSING — Less than a year after a brutal drought damaged corn crops across the Midwest, the ethanol industry is looking to recover from its first national decline in 15 years.
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Retailers riled by state plan for online lottery sales
Last year Michigan merchants took in $172 million in commissions.
The state government’s plan to start online sales of Michigan lottery tickets has triggered ethics debates in the Legislature and complaints from behind the counter of thousands of convenience, liquor and grocery stores from Detroit to Ironwood.
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Ground leases can be effective tools for property owners, tenants
As national chains increasingly focus on Michigan as a destination, ground leasing is gaining in popularity — but landowners and tenants both need to be cautious before entering into a deal.
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Tourism experts predict good year for travel
Assessment covers both state and local destinations.
Travel is expected to be on the rise again in Michigan for 2013 as consumer confidence grows and gas prices remain steady.
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Flooding aftermath will require same spirit of cooperation
Residents and business owners throughout the Grand Valley region likely may have reflected recently on Michigan’s nickname “water wonderland,” but the beauty of a land surrounded by the world’s largest bodies of fresh water is given depth of meaning by the people who live here.
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Inmates not always treated for addiction, mental illness
Catch-22 leaves them without help for either malady.
LANSING — Unpredictable behavior, irrationality, confusion, loss of control: all are symptoms of mental illness and signs of drug abuse.
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Longer sentences fuel big budget for Michigan prisons
LANSING — Despite a declining prison population, the average Michigan prisoner is spending more time behind bars — at significant taxpayer expense.
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Where do we go from here?
We started our work at Michigan Future with the question: “Where do we want to go from here?”
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Michigan retailers’ spring sales and forecasts slip
LANSING — Michigan retailers’ forecasts for spring sales slipped, following a drop in their February sales.
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