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GM hires new workers for Delta plant

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Approximate 45 workers will be hired at General Motors' Lansing Delta Township assembly plant, replacing employees who transferred to other plants.

According to excerpts from the article:

About 25 employees already are at work, with another 20 expected in the next few weeks, said Erin Davis, a Lansing-based GM spokeswoman. They will build the Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia crossovers at the Delta Township factory. Hiring is completed.

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Okemos to get new teen retailer, Penn Station restaurant

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, March 06, 2013

Okemos will soon be the home of a new restaurant and retailer.

According to excerpts from the article:

Five Below Inc., a Philadelphia-based chain that sells accessories and other merchandise for $5 or less aimed at older kids and teens, will open a store April 12 next to a Marshalls apparel store in the Meridian Towne Centre on Marsh Road.

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Lansing airport lands new cargo shipping company

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, March 06, 2013

A major cargo company will soon to open an office at the Capital Region International Airport.

According to excerpts from the article:

EMO Trans Customized Global Logistics, which bases its U.S. operations in Freeport, N.Y., is expected to move into the DeWitt Township airport’s new, 48,000-square-foot air cargo terminal by March 1, the airport said in a statement.

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Construction to start on Dart's $47M expansion

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, March 06, 2013

Dart Corporation is moving forward on its Alaiedon Township expansion.

According to excerpts from the article:

Tractors are moving earth and preparing for Dart's planned $47- million expansion will include a new 389,000-square-foot tri-level warehouse and a 189,000-square-foot new world headquarters office building, according to plans submitted to the township.

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Homes planned at College Fields golf course in Okemos

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, February 27, 2013

An Okemos housing development is now planned for the College Fields golf course.

According to excerpts from the article:

East Lansing’s Mayberry Homes plans to build the 73-unit Parkside at College Fields development, which would include homes priced between $275,000 and $400,000 aimed at families with children, said Will Randle, Mayberry’s community development manager.

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Lansing-area builders optimistic as new homes market shows steady recovery

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, February 27, 2013

The Home Builders Association of Michigan is predicting a significantly stronger year for homebuilding in 2013.

According to excerpts from the article:

In Michigan, the state’s homebuilding trade association is projecting nearly 14,000 new homes will be built this year, up 33 percent from a year ago. A steady increase has been the trend for the past five years — 2013 projections are 123 percent more than the 6,236 homes built in 2009.

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Two businesses pledge proceeds to Okemos library renovation

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Efforts to renovate the Okemos Library will receive a boost from Culver’s of Okemos and Asian Buffet in Okemos.

According to excerpts from the article:

The restaurants will give 10 percent of their proceeds on specified days, according to township officials.

On Feb. 24 and March 24, Culver’s of Okemos will offer their support, and Asian Buffet in Okemos will join in Feb. 25-28. The proceeds will go towards the renovations of the Okemos Library.

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Lansing Meijer store to be rebuilt

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Upcoming improvements to the Meijer store in South Lansing will be a part of a $160 million investment by the Michigan retailer.

According to excerpts from ther article:

The Walker-based chain’s Lansing store, at 6200 S. Pennsylvania Ave., will be rebuilt over a period of 14 months, Meijer spokesman Frank Guglielmi said. Construction could start within weeks.

The 192,000-square-foot store will gain a drive-up pharmacy, a relocated garden center and a redesigned electronics department, among other upgrades, Meijer said.

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East Lansing schools seek $5.3M for technology

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, February 20, 2013

East Lansing Schools is proposing a milage for a $5.3 million, 5-year to fund upgrades to security and communications systems.

According to excerpts from the article:

If approved the levy would add 1.25 mills, or $125 annually, to the tax bill of a home with a taxable value of $100,000.

But school officials point out that in the fourth and fifth years of the new millage, if it passes, the overall property tax bill from the school district actually will decline.

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New apartment complex, HopCat bar discussed by planning commission

The State News Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Issues before the East Lansing Planning Commission last week included use issues as a new apartment complex and the proposed HopCat bar on the first floor of The Residences.

According to excerpts from the article:

The proposed building would be four stories tall and feature 21 four-bedroom apartments, with the first floor used for both commercial space and for parking.

Community Development Analyst Tim Schmitt said the project, “should be an economic positive to the city because it is increasing taxable value to the property.”

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Lansing vying for MSHDA's Michigan Main Street Program

Fox 47 Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Downtown Lansing Inc., the organization behind the downtown Lansing Principle Shopping District, presented before MSHDA's Michigan Main Street Selection Committee this month in the hopes of being designated a Select Member of Michigan Main Street program.

According to excerpts from the article:

Downtown Lansing Inc. made the presentation at the MSHDA Building Wednesday afternoon, with representatives from the DLI Board, CATA, local businesses, and even appearances from Mayor Virg Bernero, Big Lug, and Sparty.

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East Lansing receives seven proposals to redevelop City Center II site

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, February 13, 2013

The City of East Lansing has received seven proposals to redevelop the City Center II development project in Downtown East Lansing.

According to excerpts from the article:

City administrators last fall sought proposals to develop a roughly 2.8 acre section near the intersection of Abbot Road and Grand River Avenue after the $105 million City Center II project from East Lansing developer Scott Chappelle dissolved last summer amid financing concerns.

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Lansing airport seeing passenger traffic rise as new flights arrive

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, February 13, 2013

The Lansing Airport has been witnessing a rise in traffic after several years of decline.

According to excerpts from the article:

Passenger traffic at Capital Region International Airport climbed 8 percent in 2012, airport officials reported, marking the second consecutive year of growth after two years of sharp declines. And airport officials hope to sustain that trend this year, though popular low-fare carrier Southwest Airlines Co.’s entry to into the Flint and Grand Rapids markets could draw passengers away from Lansing.

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LEAP awarded $500K for small business incubator

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, February 06, 2013

The Lansing Economc Area Partnership received $500,000 from the state for a small business incubator.

According to excerpts from the story:

Lansing Economic Area Partnership Inc. received the funds from the Michigan Strategic Fund, an arm of the Michigan Economic Development Corp., for its work managing a network known as the Lansing Regional SmartZone. The SmartZone is a defined area of economic development, created out of state law, that is intended to draw technology firms near universities.

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Clinton County Habitat purchases parcel for next building project

Lansing State Journal Wednesday, February 06, 2013

Habitat for Humanity of Clinton County have purchased property in St. Johns on which to build a home.

According to excerpts from the article:

“We are excited to build another affordable home in St. Johns for a deserving family,” said Sue Carroll, director of Habitiat for Humanity of Clinton County. “The property we purchased is in a great location close to schools, playgrounds and commercial outlets. There is even a terrific bike and walking trail nearby.”

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