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Biden Puts Two-Week Limit on PPP Loan Applications to Help Small Businesses

The White House is making some changes to the Paycheck Protection Program, including instituting a two-week window when only businesses with 20 or fewer employees can apply.

Owner Sells Rush Trucking, One of the State’s Largest Woman-Owned Businesses

Amid COVID concerns, Andra Rush has sold Rush Trucking, one of the largest woman-owned businesses in the state, to New York-based LaValle Transportation.

SBA, Lenders Take More Steps to Improve Paycheck Protection Program

The U.S. Small Business Administration said lenders are helping small businesses in underserved communities as the Paycheck Protection Program hits 1.3 small businesses with $104 billion in PPP funds.

Whitmer Budget Aims to Reboot Infrastructure, Economy, Schools

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's third budget aims to fund infrastructure, grow the state's economy and provide a boost to Michigan's schools.

Magna CEO: Chip Shortage Creates Challenges But Also Chances for Collaboration

Magna CEO: Coronavirus-induced computer chip shortage is a major challenge for automakers.

U.S. Adds 49,000 Jobs as Unemployment Rate Drops to 6.3%

After shredding 140,000 jobs in December, the U.S. economy added some 49,000 in January, while the unemployment rate dropped to 6.3%.

High School Sports are Back – With Safety Protocols

After hearing from players, coaches and parents for weeks begging for the return of high school sports, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced their return as of Feb. 8.

Women Business Owners, Executives Finding Ways to Blend Work, Home During the Pandemic

Women have taken on the challenges of balancing work and home during the pandemic.

Jeff Bezos Stepping Down as Amazon CEO

Jeff Bezos is stepping down as the CEO of Amazon, though he's expected to remain as the company's executive chair.

Despite Tough Times, Michigan’s Chambers of Commerce Dig Deep to Help Members Navigate Pandemic

As they chart their course through the pandemic, the needs of businesses are changing. And Michigan chambers of commerce are digging deep for ways to help.

TIAA President: Business Leaders Should Speak Out on Issues Related to Social Change, Economic...

TIAA President and CEO Roger Ferguson talked to the Detroit Economic Club about how CEOs can be leaders in their communities on social change and economic equity among employees.

Pandemic Relief Grant Program Draws Nearly 35,000 Small Businesses

Nearly 35,000 small businesses applied for help under the Michigan Strategic Fund's $55 million pandemic relief fund.

Whitmer Again Calls for Unity as State Continues Pandemic Battle

On a day when lawmakers unveiled plans to strip her of some of her power, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer used her State of the State address to again call for unity in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.

State Opens Restaurants to Indoor Dining Effective Feb. 1 With Curfew, Limitations

There's a curfew and health restrictions that go along with it, but state health officials Friday said indoor dining can resume Feb. 1.

Massive State COVID Recovery Plan Includes Millions for Jobs, Education

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer laid out the details of the multi-pronged MI COVID Recovery Plan she says will protect public health, jumpstart the economy and get students back on track.

Michigan’s Restaurant Owners Working Overtime to Survive During State’s Indoor Dining Ban

Restaurants are already struggling during the pandemic. Owners are saying the state's ban on indoor-dining is making things harder.

Economic Survey: State Economy Depends on Health, Vaccines to Recover

Experts told the Detroit Economic Club Tuesday that Michigan's economic recovery and the coronavirus are going to be "inextricably linked" for quite awhile.

PPP Portal Opens to Lenders; SBA Forgives $100 Billion in Loans

While the U.S. Small Business Administration opens loan portals for the latest round of PPP loans, it also says it has forgiven some $100 billion in previous PPP loans.

First-Time Unemployment Claims Surge as Pandemic Brings New Restrictions

First-time claims for unemployment assistance took a huge jump as coronavirus restrictions continue to ravage American businesses.

Whitmer: ‘Goal’ is Feb. 1 for Restaurants to Resume Indoor Dining

It's going to depend on how the COVID-19 numbers trend for the next few weeks, but Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said the state's goal is to reopen restaurants for indoor dining on Feb. 1.

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