Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, discover how industry clusters are growing or shrinking in Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, and Emmet County.

The Northern Lakes Economic Alliance (NLEA) introduces a new program that provides space for entrepreneurs to grow ideas and access capital. Northern Lakes Innovation Alliance is an event for innovators in various industries to pitch their… read more

By Yarrow Brown, Executive Director Housing North We know that housing is a challenge across Northwest Michigan. It’s been talked about for years but is growing more dire. Now’s the time for action – to be creative and put new tools… read more

The City of Charlevoix is accepting bids for the vacant lot located at 1522 Bridge Street. The City will accept and
publicly open bids on Thursday, October 7th, 2021 at 10:00 am EDT at the office of the City Clerk, City of Charlevoix,
210 State… read more

After a challenging year and half, Michigan remains resilient. The Governor’s Office issued a Small Business Summer resource guide. In it are useful programs, grant opportunities, and networks that help small businesses grow and… read more

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By Steve Schnell, Charlevoix County’s Housing Ready Program Director with Housing North   Everyone is impacted by our housing crisis in some way or another. The current housing market is quite lucrative if you own a home or any residential… read more

The Cheboygan County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) identified Technology as a leading priority for countywide development with a strong focus on supporting energy and broadband initiatives. To that end, they teamed up with Connected… read more

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Northern Lakes Economic Alliance (NLEA) hired Sam Bailey from Harbor Springs as the 2021 NLEA Summer Intern. Each summer, with funds provided by DTE Energy Foundation, NLEA hires college students for the Summer Internship program. This… read more