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Debbie Stabenow backs Korey Hall for Michigan Senate race
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Former U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow endorsed Korey Hall for Michigan State Senate District 3 on Tuesday, giving the open-seat campaign a high-profile boost in Southeast Michigan.
Creative Colors International adds new Metro Detroit franchisee territory
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Creative Colors International has opened a new franchise location in Garden City, Michigan, expanding its on-site repair and restoration footprint in the Metro Detroit area.
Angela Sadler Williamson brings PBS series back to Detroit
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Emmy-nominated filmmaker Angela Sadler Williamson is returning to Detroit the week of June 15 to produce new episodes of her KLCS PBS series, spotlighting local stories of resilience and leadership.
Bankole Thompson to give Juneteenth keynote at Detroit civil rights conference
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Detroit journalist and author Bankole Thompson will open the 15th Annual National Civil Rights Conference on June 19, 2026, with a keynote focused on media power, democratic accountability and economic justice.
ACC survivors launch national push to fund rare cancer research
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Two adrenocortical carcinoma survivors have formed the Adrenal Cure Collective to speed research, support families, and connect patients with leading experts on one of the world’s rarest cancers.
Manhattan Book Group gives Gold to 'Antheia in the Thorns'
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Manhattan Book Group named Marilynne Eichinger’s environmental thriller “Antheia in the Thorns: A Rightfully Mine Novel” a Gold winner in the 2026 Manhattan Book Awards.
Marconi Society names first Institute Award winners
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The Marconi Society named the inaugural recipients of its Institute Awards on July 23, 2026, recognizing leaders in artificial intelligence, internet resilience and wireless communications.
Harborview and Torose buy Fishermen's Village for $43 million
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Harborview Capital Group and Torose Equities acquired Fishermen’s Village in Punta Gorda, Florida, for $43 million through a court-supervised receivership process.
NBHRN names 2026–2027 board to expand Black-led harm reduction
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The National Black Harm Reduction Network has named an eight-member 2026–2027 board to strengthen governance and scale its response to overdose deaths that remain disproportionately high in Black communities.
Wilson Kester lands on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list
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Michigan family law firm Wilson Kester was named to the 2026 Inc. 5000, a ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S., highlighting three-year revenue growth and the firm’s expansion across Michigan.
Materials Testing Consultants acquires Wisconsin’s GeoTest
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Materials Testing Consultants has acquired GeoTest, adding Wisconsin offices and broader testing capacity to its Great Lakes footprint.
ClaimInformatics drops shared-savings pricing for flat per-claim fees
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ClaimInformatics unveiled a new pre-pay pricing model, litigation tracker and fiduciary playbooks aimed at self-funded employers, brokers and TPAs. The company says the changes are designed to reduce ERISA conflict-of-interest risks as health-plan…
Kids On The Go launches campaign for new accessible center in St. Clair Shores
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Kids On The Go has launched a community campaign to finish a new permanent home in St. Clair Shores after leaving its longtime location.
Bankole Thompson says World Cup is global stage for Black excellence
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Detroit journalist Bankole Thompson says the World Cup is showcasing Black achievement, expanding representation for young people and revealing sport’s power to unite across borders.
Relay Resources names speaker lineup for DisabilityNext summit
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Relay Resources has announced more than 15 speakers for its second-annual DisabilityNext™ Summit, set for Oct. 6-7 in Portland during National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
Bankole Thompson urges Catholic leaders to restore hope as a moral force
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Detroit journalist Bankole Thompson used his first address at a Catholic institution to press faith leaders to help shape America’s future on democracy, race and economic justice.
Influential Women honors D&N Bending CFO Marianne Scarff
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Influential Women is recognizing Marianne Scarff, chief financial officer and controller at D&N Bending in Romeo, Michigan, for her rise in manufacturing finance leadership.
Optimal Health & Wellness sees rising demand for hormone optimization care
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Optimal Health & Wellness in Chesterton, Indiana, says more patients are seeking bioidentical hormone optimization programs as they look for help with symptoms tied to possible hormone imbalance.
Mentavi Health names Chris Behnke account executive
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Mentavi Health has appointed Chris Behnke as account executive to expand enterprise partnerships across employers, payors, health systems, higher education and behavioral health organizations.
Bankole Thompson Ends SCLC Board Tenure with Tribute to Bernard LaFayette Jr
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Detroit journalist Bankole Thompson ended his three-year service on the Southern Christian Leadership Conference’s National Board on June 22, after the death of his mentor, Rev. Dr. Bernard LaFayette Jr. His resignation letter and recent…
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