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MI Jobless Rate Dips In October

Rick Pluta — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 22:47:10 +0000

Michigan’s monthly unemployment rate dipped slightly in October, and is down almost a full point from where it was at this time last year. It’s still higher than the national average.

Careers In Sight, 'Millennial' Students Explore Lansing

Mark Bashore — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 18:30:12 +0000

Some Michigan college students with doubts about staying in the state are reconsidering Lansing.

Snyder: Michigan Needs to Educate More People for Skilled Trades

Rick Pluta — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 22:17:38 +0000

Governor Rick Snyder says Michigan and the rest of the country lost sight of the value of vocational training as young people were encouraged to get four-year college degrees.

New Order Helps Young Undocumented Immigrants

Mark Bashore — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 18:07:52 +0000

A new presidential order is giving many young, undocumented immigrants in mid-Michigan a shot at legal temporary employment.

The "DACA" program, or "‘Delayed Action for Childhood Arrivals," took effect Wednesday. The Obama Administration order applies to young undocumented immigrants who arrived here before the age of 16.

Ramiro Estrada arrived in Lansing as a 12-year old. He would like a job to continue his college education in nursing.

Enviro Group: MSU Study Shows Economic Benefits of More Renewable

Mark Bashore — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 22:32:30 +0000

An environmental group says Michigan's economy would get a boost if it relied more on renewable energy sources.

Recent College Grads Hope to Acquire Critical Skills in Detroit

Mark Bashore — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 04:00:00 +0000

A new program called ‘Venture for America’ is offering talented college grads the chance to learn entrepreneurialism on the front lines. It also aims to help perk up job creation in some of America’s most economically challenged cities, including Detroit.

State Figures: Mich. Retains More Veteran Teachers

The Associated Press — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 22:17:37 +0000

State figures say Michigan schools are retaining more of their veteran K-12 educators, leaving fewer job openings for newcomers.

‘E-Pathways’ Designed to Close Lansing Area I-T Workforce Gap

Mark Bashore — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Despite the noticeable strengths of Lansing’s economy, a number of employers struggle with a shortage of qualified I-T workers. Employers and job-seekers alike are hoping a new, multi-million dollar skills initiative—E-Pathways--will help close the gap.

Turkey Visit Sparks Unexpected Activity at EL’s Prima Civitas

Mark Bashore — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 +0000

A delegation of East Lansing-based economic developers recently returned from an encouraging visit to Istanbul. Prima Civitas personnel were exploring ways to connect Michigan garment designers and manufacturers with similar interests in Turkey for the benefit of both.