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Indymac Flop Has Scared Some; What to Know
Indymac Flop Has Scared Some; What to Know
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State Passes New Gift Card Law; Amends Michigan's Consumer Protection Act
The Legislature along with Governor Granholms have passed new legislation that strengthens consumer protections on gift cards and gift certificates.


A $5.7 Million Tax Break Given for New Midland Facility
Massachusetts-based Evergreen Solar, Inc., a manufacturer of solar power panels, has chosen Midland over a competing site in another state to establish a new facility after being granted a $5.7 million tax break from state and local governments.


K-Dow Names Fitterling CEO; Michigan as World Headquarters
The two companies recently named James R. Fitterling the chief executive officer of the new market leading global company - K-Dow Petrochemicals (KDP). Dow and PIC also announced the selection of Michigan as the location of the world headquarters for the new joint venture.


Kim Harvey Starts at Wolverine Bank
Kim Harvey has joined Wolverine Bank as a Business Development Officer, specializing in residential mortgage lending.


Douglass named assoc. dean of CMU's science and technology college
Biology department professor and Chairwoman Claudia Douglass has been named to the new post, effective July 1.


Branch Elected Governor of AAF District 6
Greg Branch, VP/creative director at Princing & Ewend, has been elected governor of the American Advertising Federation's (AAF) District 6


Weidner Joins Midland Accounting Office
Yeo & Yeo, P.C., CPAs has added Tammie M. Weidner to its staff as a Staff Accountant. She serves in the business and management consulting group in the Midland office.



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Expertly Told...
"Expertly Told" is a new section to MMBN where local experts share their knowledge and advice to all our readers. If you are interested in submitting an article for review, please contact us.

How Banks and the FDIC Deal With Your Dollars
The chief concern among customers is the likelihood that their monies will be lost to poor performing and insolvent banks.

Tony Cutler, Personal Banker at Fifth-Third Bank

Is Mercury Emission a Real Concern?
As new coal plant proposals expand across our country, our state, and more specifically within our local community, issues such as mercury, fine particulate matter, and other concerns become "front page news." However, are mercury emissions a real, or perceived concern for area residents?

Chuck Lichon, Director, Midland Co. Environmental Health Services

Divine: Chrysler's $2.99 Gas Program Has 'Paid for Itself'
In an effort to boost sales, Chrysler announced an incentive to cap the price of gas at $2.99 a gallon for the next three years for consumers who buy or lease vehicles through June 2.

Dr. Richard Divine, chair of the Marketing & Hospitality Services Administration
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Delta's Corp Services in the 'Top 20'
For the fourth consecutive year, Delta College Corporate Services has been selected to a prestigious list of the nation's top providers for business training solutions.


Wolgast Adds Four New Faces
The Wolgast Corporation has recently announced the addition of four new employees to its staff.


AGP Receives Creative Advertising Awards
AGP & Associates, Inc., the Midland-based integrated marketing communications firm, has won a gold award from the Business Marketing Association of New York City.


Pew & Kearis Merges with The Rehmann Group
The Rehmann Group, one of the state's largest CPA and consulting firms, announces its merger with Novi-based Pew & Kearis.


Wolverine Bank Turns 75; Receives 5 Stars
Midland-based Wolverine Bank has recently celebrated its 75th anniversary plus has been awarded a national rating of five stars.


New In-Home Care Agency Opens In Saginaw
Freedom Home Care, an agency specializing in full & part time in-home care, recently opened in Saginaw.


Davis Joins DC Corp Services
Russell W. Davis, 58 of Vassar, has joined the Delta College Corporate Services team of experts as Business Solution Specialist.


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