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NVBDC conference to spotlight growth beyond certification
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NVBDC will use its October 4-6 national conference in Detroit to show veteran-owned businesses how certification can lead to contracts, capital and long-term growth.
Captives.Insure names Rachel Kortman chief underwriting officer
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Captives.Insure appointed veteran underwriting executive Rachel Kortman as chief underwriting officer on August 6, 2026, to oversee underwriting governance as the company expands captive insurance access.
Aging U.S. cars are driving more repair demand
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Americans are keeping vehicles longer as new-car prices and financing costs stay high, pushing more routine maintenance, diagnostics and repairs into local shops. 616 Auto Repair in Grand Rapids says the trend is lifting demand for preventive…
Whiskey Would expands Midwest touring push with three new singles
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Columbus country rock band Whiskey Would is widening its Midwest touring footprint while spotlighting three recent singles as it looks for more festival, venue and national opening slots.
Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center earns five injectable treatment honors
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Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center in Petoskey, Michigan, received five national and statewide distinctions from Allergan Aesthetics and Galderma for its injectable treatment volume and experience.
Spatio expands U.S. VR training offering with custom content and Axis LMS
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Spatio has launched its U.S. expansion with custom-built VR training that clients own outright, avoiding recurring content license fees.
Pulse of the City News gives 12th straight awards to three contractors
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Pulse of the City News recognized J&J Enterprises Inc., America’s Best Contractors, Inc., and Salomon Roofing and Waterproofing with their 12th consecutive Pulse Awards for customer service.
Hollywood Casino Greektown tops $3 million in charity golf giving
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Hollywood Casino Greektown said its 17th annual Charity Golf Outing has now generated more than $3 million for Detroit-area nonprofits.
Hangry Joe’s adds five franchises and app BOGO deal
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Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken & Wings is opening five franchise locations over the next 30 days in Texas, South Carolina, North Carolina and Michigan.
Brightmont Academy opens Cary campus as national footprint grows to 28 locations
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Brightmont Academy has opened a new Cary, North Carolina campus, its second in the state, and will welcome first students on Sept. 14 ahead of a grand opening on Sept. 17. The expansion brings the school’s one-to-one private learning model to more…
PuLSE Institute premieres Bankole Thompson film at civil rights dinner
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A new short film on journalist and public intellectual Bankole Thompson premiered July 29 at The PuLSE Institute’s National Civil Rights Leadership Dinner in Detroit.
Twilight In Concert sets 2027 U.S. tour for more than 60 cities
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GEA Live and Lionsgate are bringing Twilight In Concert back to U.S. theaters in 2027 after a successful debut tour and strong fan demand.
Parda FCU adds embedded investing through Unifimoney
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Parda Federal Credit Union has added Unifimoney to its digital banking experience, giving more than 15,000 members access to stocks, ETFs and cryptocurrency inside the credit union’s online and mobile channels.
Mentavi Health names Leslie Stahlin account executive
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Mentavi Health has appointed Leslie Stahlin as account executive to expand strategic partnerships and raise awareness of its mental health assessment and diagnostic tools.
Send 2290 adds free mobile apps for Form 2290 filing
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Send 2290 launched free iOS and Android apps that let truckers e-file IRS Form 2290 and get a stamped Schedule 1 in minutes.
Kind Laser Skin & Wellness pairs laser care with mutual aid in Ann Arbor
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Kind Laser Skin & Wellness in Ann Arbor is expanding its reach beyond Metro Detroit with laser treatments and a strong community-support mission.
Brabazon rebuilds website to speed emergency support and self-service tools
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Brabazon Pump, Compressor & Vacuum has launched a rebuilt brabazon.com with 24/7 emergency support, free engineering calculators and faster routing to local experts.
Bee Setups Highlights Fully Remote Furnishing for Out-of-State Investors
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Bee Setups is drawing customer reviews from out-of-state investors who say the company handled short-term rental furnishing entirely remotely.
Stone Coat Countertops launches APEX for white countertops
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Stone Coat Countertops has launched APEX, a new countertop coating system built for white and light-colored surfaces and designed to resist yellowing over time.
Three contractors earn 13th straight Pulse Award
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Pulse of the City News recognized Maynard Roofing Company, Cool R Us, Inc. A/C & Heating, and Katz Builders, Inc. with their 13th consecutive customer satisfaction award.
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