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Cherries, musty basement, pears, pomegranate and cat pee. All of those terms are used to describe wine and not all of them are derogatory.
One of the many things I love about the Tech Tour is that it gives me an excuse to visit Michigan's magnificent Upper Peninsula in October. Oh, and the high tech at Michigan Technological University, too.
Michigan Technological University has a track record of amazing presentations on the Tech Tour. It didn't disappoint this year either.
Do you know a young professional in metro Detroit with the talent and vision of a future leader? Wayne State University would like you to nominate this person for a 2014-15 Marshall Memorial Fellowship -- a three-week opportunity to explore politics, business, innovation and culture in Europe.
Michigan's agribusiness sector is filled with innovators. Many tools and inventions could be scaled up for greater economic and industry impact. That's the mission of the Sprout Lab, sponsored by Grand Valley State University's Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation and Saginaw Valley State University.
Merit Professional Learning is offering two project management courses in November. Each course is ideal for those seeking a career in project management or wishing to brush up on their management skills.
Rediscovery of a long-forgotten mineral deposit located under two West Michigan counties is set to spark a new multibillion industry in Michigan that will quickly position the state as the nation's leading source for a critical agricultural tool that is in demand internationally. Potash -- potassium chloride -- is an essential plant nutrient and critical ingredient in fertilizer. Currently mined in only three locations in the nation, supplies are dwindling and prices skyrocketing. Now, one of the highest-quality potash ore deposits in the world has been identified below the surface of West Michigan. The discovery was made by using the treasure trove of geologic data that is housed at Western Michigan University's Michigan Geological Repository for Research and Education. The result of the rediscovery, say geologists, will be the introduction of a new industry in Michigan worth as much as $65 billion, easily surpassing the state's historical oil and gas production revenues and triggering explosive job growth in Osceola and Mecosta counties. "This is conceivably one of Michigan's most valuable resources," said Theodore A. Pagano, a potash geologist, engineer and general manager of Michigan Potash Co. LLC. That firm now controls the rediscovered potassium ore reserve called the Borgen Bed that lies under more than 14,500 acres in the two counties. His company has worked quietly over the past three years to ensure the reserve could be technically, economically and logistically put into production and compete head to head with the New Mexico and western Canadian mines that are now the major North American sources of potash. "This is the United States' only shovel-ready potash project," Pagano said. "Michigan is New Mexico untapped. What we're looking at is the introduction of an industry that is critical to the economic health of the state. We'll be producing a Michigan product for Michigan farmers that would dramatically reduce the expensive transport costs on the more than 300,000 tons of potash consumed in our state annually." Verification of the quality and amount of the potash in the Borgen Bed was done by using core samples provided by WMU geologists under the direction of Dr. William B. Harrison III, professor emeritus of geosciences and director of his department's Geological Repository for Research and Education, which is also now the permanent home to the Michigan Geological Survey. In 2008, Harrison and his wife, Linda, an administrator with the repository, came into possession of geologic core samples collected in the early 1980s when a Canadian company was prospecting for potash in Michigan. That company established a mine and small processing plant in Michigan but pulled back from fully commercializing the deposit. Over the years, changing business plans and corporate mergers pushed the Michigan operation into the background, and mineral leases for the area lapsed. The sample cores came to WMU by chance and were added into the University's statewide collection of core samples. "Without Bill and Linda Harrison, Michigan and the United States would be without the rediscovery of a multi-billion dollar potash deposit," said Pagano, adding that he learned through industry sources that the Harrisons might be able to help him in his quest to define the scope and quality of the Borgen Bed. Potash is found in just a few areas once covered by inland seas. The seas evaporated and the potassium and sodium chloride deposits crystallized into potash ore and were covered by successive layers of rock and soil. The Michigan deposit, WMU's Harrison said, is the purest and highest-grade potash being produced globally -- 600 percent higher than that being produced in New Mexico's vast Permian Basin. It is also twice the grade of deposits found in Canada and Russia, the two nations that control more than 80 percent of the world's potash reserve. "One of the things that makes this so valuable is that it is an incredibly rich deposit that is in easy reach of the enormous demand from Midwest corn and soybean farmers who operate within a 500-mile radius of this deposit." Harrison said. "This is an opportunity for new wealth to come from the use of natural resources never tapped before." This Spotlight feature is sponsored by Western Michigan University. More at www.wmich.edu.
Big changes are coming to a heavily-traveled roadway in Southfield. It's part of what city officials are calling the Evergreen Road Improvement Project.
Detroit Police Officer Patrick Hill had been hospitalized since April 2nd, after he was wounded during the shootout with a murder suspect.
This year's Healthy Heart Check program will take place on Saturday, Oct. 27, at Oxford High School.
Some 27,000 people laced up their running shoes for the 36th Detroit Free Press/Talmer Bank Marathon on Sunday.
The billboard in Flint that says "I'm Concerned About The Blueberries" isn't about blueberries after all.
Prosecutors have said the boy was left unattended while the couple fought.
Law enforcement is aware of the reported threats and is investigating the complaints.
A former DoorDash driver accused of attacking a 75-year-old Michigan man who later died after suffering catastrophic head injuries is facing new charges.
Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan released an independent law firm report about allegations of sexual misconduct against about 70 of its former students.
Michigan Democrats are reintroducing a package of nine bills covering corrections officer pensions, health care premiums, and nurse collective bargaining after the governor vetoed them following a state Supreme Court ruling.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield walked alongside the chief and got up close and personal with her community.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Ford Motor Company is showcasing more than a century of automotive history in a new exhibit that explores the company's role in shaping America.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
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Michigan Democrats are reintroducing a package of nine bills covering corrections officer pensions, health care premiums, and nurse collective bargaining after the governor vetoed them following a state Supreme Court ruling.
A murder victim has been identified decades after his remains were discovered in a wooded area in Oregon in 1972, authorities said.
Schools in three states will be equipped with drones this coming academic year that aim to find and deter active shooters within seconds.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
Eduardo Valencia homered twice and drove in four runs, Gleyber Torres had a home run and five RBIs, and the Detroit Tigers scored in every inning they went to the plate in a 14-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles.
More than 10,000 people across 70 counties in Michigan have reported cases of cyclosporiasis during the past five weeks, state health officials said.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has now grown to more than 9,600 cases.
Authorities claim Yolanda Matthews submitted more than $539,000 in false and fraudulent claims to Medicare.
Trinity Health's new leadership council aims to improve engagement with the local residents who get care in Brighton.
Michigan officials are tracking over 1,000 new cases of cyclosporiasis as the outbreak continues to add up.
Colton Cowser hit a tiebreaking single in the 12th inning, capping the Baltimore Orioles' rally from a seven-run deficit to beat the Tigers 10-9 and spoil Tarik Skubal's possible farewell to Detroit.
CBS News Detroit asked patrons about their favorite memories at the Rocket Classic.
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs reported to training camp but was not on the field with teammates for their first practice on Wednesday as his agent and the franchise work on negotiating a new deal.
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell says he addressed the franchise's decision to release cornerback Terrion Arnold with the team on the eve of training camp, calling it unfortunate.
Downtown Detroit turned into a golf course Tuesday evening for the par 3 in the d event promoting the final Rocket Classic.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
Mark Hollis, COO of Rocket Entertainment and tournament director of the PGA Tour's Rocket Classic, appears on Michigan Matters.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former top infectious disease expert for the federal government, appeared before the Senate Homeland Security Committee on Wednesday.
A special guest joined Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison Wednesday for Walk a Mile Wednesday. Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield walked alongside the chief and got up close and personal with her community.
A former DoorDash driver accused of attacking a 75-year-old Michigan man who later died after suffering catastrophic head injuries is facing new charges.
The owner of a Highland, Michigan-based food truck said her business has been inundated with threats and boycott calls after catering a political event, prompting her to contact law enforcement.
Tracking showers for the weekend