Northwest Michigan Works! partners with Walstrom Marine to Register first Marine Services Technician Apprenticeship in the Region
NORTHWEST LOWER, MI– Northwest Michigan Works!, in partnership with Walstrom Marine, has officially launched the region’s first-ever U.S. Department of Labor Registered Marine Services Technician Apprenticeship. The new apprenticeship marks a major milestone for professional trades training and workforce development in Northwest Lower Michigan. This innovative program will provide apprentices with a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience designed to meet industry needs and strengthen the skilled
GTSB Financial, Inc. Announces Opening of Grand Traverse State Bank in Traverse City
GTSB Financial, Inc., the holding company of First State Bank of Michigan, announced the opening of Grand Traverse State Bank at 232 E. State Street, officially bringing its community-focused banking services to Traverse City this March.The new full-service branch marks a strategic expansion into one of Michigan’s fastest-growing regions and reflects GTSB Financials’ long-term commitment to investing in and supporting Northern Michigan communities.“This is a proud and exciting milestone for our
Food Access Through Art, Awards Donations to Local Food Pantries
Munson Healthcare Voices Program Celebrates Food Access Through Art, Awards Donations to Local Food Pantries TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — Now in its fourth year, the Munson Healthcare Voices for Community Health program invited community members to share artwork inspired by Food Access, highlighting the vital role nutritious food plays in health and wellbeing. This year’s program introduced a new opportunity: winning artists were able to direct a $1,000 Munson Healthcare donation to a local food pantry of their
Munson’s Cowell Family Cancer Center Announces Achievement of Accreditation for Rectal Cancer, 1 of 8 Hospitals in Michigan
Munson’s Cowell Family Cancer Center Announces Achievement of Accreditation for Rectal Cancer, 1 of 8 Hospitals in MichiganAmerican College of Surgeons Awards Accreditation Through National ProgramTraverse City, Mich. - Munson Medical Center’s Cowell Family Cancer Center (CFCC) recently achieved accreditation through the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC), a distinction awarded by the American College of Surgeons. Munson Medical Center is one of only 8 hospitals in Michigan with this
Join GVSU for Applied AI & Entrepreneurship: Building Connections for Innovation
Join Us for Applied AI & Entrepreneurship: Building Connections for Innovation Grand Valley State University's College of Computing is bringing an exciting (FREE) opportunity to Traverse City, and we encourage everyone interested to consider attending. On Monday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., GVSU will host Applied AI & Entrepreneurship: Building Connections for Innovation at The Hagerty Center as part of Northern Michigan Startup Week. This event is designed for entrepreneurs, business leaders,
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AI Up North - AI for Business, Not Buzzwords on April 8
AI Up North is back for its second monthly meetup on April 8 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Traverse Area District Library, in the Thirlby Room. This is a free, focused roundtable for business owners, operators, and professionals in the Traverse City region who want to know what AI can actually do for their bottom line. No theory. No buzzwords. Real tools, real examples, real ROI. This month's topic: Building AI Workflows That Run Without You. Most businesses are still using AI as a conversation tool. The
Northwest Michigan Works! Releases Updated Hot Jobs Report Highlighting In-Demand Careers
Northwest Michigan Works! has released an updated Hot Jobs Report, a regional workforce resource that highlights occupations with strong demand across Northwest Lower Michigan. The report identifies careers with high numbers of annual openings and provides information on wages and education and training pathways, helping jobseekers, educators, and employers better understand opportunities in the regional labor market. The updated report is based on current labor market information and regional workforce
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Community Job Fair Coming to Kalkaska’s Railroad Square – Connecting Local Talent with Local Opportunity
A community job fair will take place Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Railroad Square Pavilion, located at 107 S. Elm Street in Kalkaska, bringing together job seekers, local employers, and community organizations. Hosted by Northwest Michigan Works!, the free event is open to anyone interested in learning more about job opportunities in the area and aims to connect local talent with employment opportunities across the region while strengthening the local workforce. Organized
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How Small Businesses Can Maintain Healthy Cash Flow for Long-Term Stability and Growth
Keeping your business’s cash flow steady is like keeping the heart of your company beating. When cash consistently flows in and out with control, owners can make decisions confidently, plan for expansion, and avoid unnecessary debt. TL;DR Cash flow management is about timing — ensuring your business always has enough on hand to cover expenses while funding future opportunities. Focus on forecasting income, tracking expenses, invoicing consistently, and reinvesting wisely. Why Cash Flow
