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Good Vibez in Battle Creek
Joy Leger, who went through Northern Initiatives' Business Planning course in Battle Creek, is launching her rollerskating business, Good Vibez. A multi-week small business course…
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Applecore General Store in Traverse Magazine
Traverse Magazine updated its feature on Applecore General Store just in time for Mother's Day. The store, nestled in the beautiful Les Cheneaux region, is…
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Five Crucial Reasons to Keep Accurate Records for Your Small Business…And What Happens If You Don’t
Since the dawn of entrepreneurism, some small business owners have loved organizing information for and about their businesses. They’ve enjoyed creating systems and implementing them.…
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Flatiron Brewing opens in Manistique
To say Manistique was ready for Flatiron Brewing is an understatement. Look at this crowd! It's been a journey for this crew of former Manistique…
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Tillie’s Tafel origin story
We love the beginnings and inspiration behind Tillie's Tafel, and we know firsthand how much hard work this family has put in. And now, so…
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Meet Kall Morris Inc., space junk fighters!
One of our newest customers puts us over the moon! Excerpts from Rural Innovation Exchange: With a shared interest in cleaning up space and protecting…
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CDFI Fund grant will help Michigan small businesses
U.S. Treasury Awards more than $1.73 Billion, including $3.43 Million to Michigan organizations Funding will help with effects of pandemic Fifteen Michigan organizations, including Northern…
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Vive Michigan coverage of Northern Initiatives
Vive Michigan, a bilingual magazine based in Grand Rapids, put Northern Initiatives on its April cover! Northern Initiatives goes beyond just money and know-how for…
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Good Jobs Cohort Accepting Applications
We're so keen on our Good Jobs Cohort and how much it will help our local economy we want to make it worth your time…
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