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SNAP on Hold. Why Factories Will Feel It First
Two factory workers in hi vis jackets stand in a staggered line facing a mobile food pantry truck at dusk, watching the volunteer inside...
Michigan Economy 2025: The Split No One Wants to Admit
The Detroit Regional Chamber’s September 2025 Michigan Statewide Voter Survey, conducted by the Glengariff Group, offers a snapshot of a state both resilient and...
Michigan Economy 4Q Outlook 2025: Shutdown Adds New Headwinds
Federal shutdown stalls permits, freezes loans, hits tourism and auto supply chains, eroding confidence across Michigan manufacturers, consumers, and businesses.
Michigan Workers Called Lazy in New Survey—But the Numbers Don’t Add Up
WalletHub labeled Michigan the “laziest workforce.” In reality, it’s clickbait—confusing balance with laziness to spark outrage and comments.
From Biscuits to Backlash: How Cracker Barrel Got Its Rebrand Wrong
Cracker Barrel isn’t often in the headlines. For decades the chain has been a dependable highway stop for biscuits, rocking chairs, and nostalgia. That...
Michigan’s Workforce on the Edge and the Employer Strategies That Work
Discover how Michigan employers tackle workforce hardship with living wages, flexible schedules, and emergency savings to boost retention and engagement.
Manufacturing’s New Problem: Entry-Level Jobs for Gen Z Workers are Going Away
Remember when a weekend shift or entry-level gig got you into manufacturing? That ladder’s breaking. AI isn’t just nibbling at white-collar internships—it’s devouring the...