LANSING, Michigan – State Representative George T. Darany introduced a bill yesterday that would provide a tax credit toward the purchase of gas for residents who drive to their place of employment. HB 5476 was introduced to help alleviate the burden being placed on middle-class families as gas prices continue to rise. "Rising gas prices are already a … [Read more...]
Rep. Darany: Not “Ready on the Set”
LANSING, Michigan – State Representative George T. Darany said Wednesday that while the film incentive plan for 2012 is a good start, Michigan should do more to foster an industry that has proven to create jobs and put thousands of Michigan residents back to work. The Michigan Film Office said that they would stop accepting applications for 2012 film … [Read more...]
Darany: Students Will Spur Economic Growth in Dearborn
LANSING, MI – State Representative George T. Darany (D-Dearborn) thanked the City of Dearborn Brownfield Redevelopment Authority and the University of Michigan - Dearborn for their collaboration and commitment to transform two obsolete Ford Land office buildings into new student housing structures and an activity center for residents and the general student … [Read more...]
Accelerate Michigan Innovation Competition Announced
ANN ARBOR, MI - The Accelerate Michigan Innovation Competition, supported through the collaborative efforts of the founders, the Business Accelerator Network for Southeast Michigan and the New Economy Initiative of Southeast Michigan and the premier sponsors, Business Leaders for Michigan and the University Research Corridor. Cash winnings, plus … [Read more...]
Shop Dearborn Program Stimulates Local Economy
DEARBORN, MI - A new marketing initiative created by local creative economics team and students from Dearborn High School has been designed to stimulate the local Dearborn economy. In the backdrop of an ailing state economy, budget cuts and rising unemployment rates, Dearborn High School’s Intro to Marketing class has lead an innovative city-wide program … [Read more...]