New Investment Fund Seeks Deals In Clean Energy and Water
A new investment fund, Oakland Energy and Water Ventures, announced this week that it's looking for second-stage deals in energy conservation and water treatment.
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A new investment fund, Oakland Energy and Water Ventures, announced this week that it's looking for second-stage deals in energy conservation and water treatment.
Police are warning parents to be on the lookout after two instances of "stranger danger" were reported in different Oakland County communities.
While many schools close when the wind chills drop well below zero, one local school will be bundled up and open for business.
DAVID CORRIGAN is president and COO of Corrigan Moving Systems in Farmington Hills. Corrigan Moving Systems is a relocation company. As the third generation at the helm of the company, Corrigan oversees the $75 million operation, including supervising the management team and all 600 employees. He serves as vice chairman for the board of directors of UniGroup and is an active director of the American Moving and Storage Association. He has been recognized as Mover of the Year by Michigan Movers and Warehouseman's Association. Recently, United Van Lines presented its President's Quality Award to Corrigan Moving Systems, recognizing the company as the highest quality mover among its 400 agents. The American Moving & Storage Association selected the company as the "Agent of the Year." Corrigan Moving has 12 offices in four states, including nine in Michigan. The company's revenue increased 5 percent and the firm hired more than 200 people in the past year, with 10 percent growth in Southeast Michigan. Over his 35-year career with the company, Corrigan has worked in virtually every position, from cleaning the trucks to his current role. He earlier served as operations and general manager at various Corrigan branches, in charge of dispatching crews and managing finances and personnel. He received his bachelor's degree in transportation administration from Michigan State University. Read the full profile at www.ltu.edu/leaders.
The number of home sales fell but prices continued their upward march in January compared to a year earlier, according to figures released Monday by the Farmington Hills real estate information firm Realcomp II Ltd.
If you're looking for love this Valentine's Day, a local clothing store might be a better bet than a bar.
Johnson Controls Inc. has announced plans to add an energy storage laboratory and testing center at Lawrence Technological University in Southfield.
ServPro of Farmington and Farmington Hills, a franchisee of the Texas-based fire and water damage restoration company, has added a device called the DryBox that can dry out and rescue most drowned phones in half an hour.
Imagine a city where the vibrations of traffic charge batteries for electric cars, and where those cars can snap into trainlike mass transit. Those were among the ideas that St. John Lutheran School in Rochester used to design a city in China centures into the future. And that city was judged the best of 25 entries in Monday's Engineering Society of Detroit's 19th annual Michigan Regional Future City Competition.
The Farmington Hills-based online auto finance service provider RouteOne LLC Friday announced support for General Motors Inc. initiatives on its online platform.
A Farmington Hills man was swindled out of nearly four-thousand dollars by someone claiming to be with the IRS.
Cassalle Nettles, 43, was arraigned Tuesday in the death of Duraid Lossia in Farmington Hills.
Farmington Hills Police are still searching for the suspect who shot and killed a party store owner Saturday afternoon.
A party store owner has been shot and killed in what police are calling an attempted robbery.
Police say a man was killed when fire ripped through his home in Farmington Hills.
Real estate sales in the 10-county metro Detroit area fell 4.7 percent in November from November 2012, but prices continued their sharp upward spike, according to the Farmington Hills real estate information firm Realcomp II Ltd.
NEETU SETH: Founder and CEO of NITS Solutions in Farmington Hills. NITS Solutions provides custom technology; marketing services such as direct mail, surveys and sales calls; and data-management services to Fortune 500 clients. The company began in staffing services and expanded into data analysis to meet customer demands. Since its inception in 2009, NITS Solutions has increased revenue significantly, projecting up to $2 million this year from $850,000 in 2012 and $400,000 in 2011. The company also has added several employees as it continues its rapid growth. Under Seth's leadership, NITS Solutions recently has been named one of the Michigan 50 Companies to Watch. Previously, Seth held positions in e-banking services at ADP and Citigroup. She received her bachelor's degree from Guru Nanek Dev University in India and her MBA from Eastern Michigan University. Read the full profile at www.ltu.edu/leaders. (Note: Leaders & Innovators will be on hiatus for the next two weeks due to the Christmas and New Year's holidays, and will return Tuesday, Jan. 7.)
The city of Salina, Kan. faced a major groundwater pollution issue. Originating from a former Strategic Air Command base, it posed the threat of tens of millions of dollars in remediation and possible future health issues for the area's residents.
The incident happened on Orchard Lake Road between 11 Mile Road and I-696 in Farmington Hills.
The Bosch Community Fund's Bosch Energy, Science and Technology Project has donated $35,000 to 26 Detroit Public Schools teachers to fund projects to improve science, technology, engineering and mathematics instruction in the district.
When it comes to housing in metro Detroit, it's once again a seller's market.
Bright House Networks announced Tuesday that it is working with The Filipino Channel to open the network's signal in the wake of Typhoon Haiyan.
Jervis B. Webb Co., a subsidiary of Daifuku Webb Holding Co., will be holding a FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Lego League scrimmage and demonstration on Saturday, Nov. 9 at Webb's demonstration center, 48825 West Road in Wixom.
The information and database provider Gale Wednesday introduced a new purchase option called Usage-Driven Acquisition for its Gale Virtual Reference Library e-book system.
The Farmington Hills research and reference publisher Gale announced the addition of nearly 200 new children's reference titles from Encyclopaedia Britannica to its Gale Virtual Reference Library e-book platform.
The Washtenaw County Medical Examiner and the University of Michigan Anthropology Department conducted an examination of the skull.
More than 7.2 million checks have been mailed so far, with millions more expected to go out this week, according to State Farm.
City council members said the goal is to prevent injuries before they happen and protect both pedestrians and riders.
The City of Dearborn is preparing for an anti-Islam protest expected to take place on Tuesday evening.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
The City of Dearborn is preparing for an anti-Islam protest expected to take place on Tuesday evening.
A fatal crash has closed U.S. 24 at Sigler Road in Wayne County, Brownstown Township police say.
Vanderbilt University Provost C. Cybele Raver was selected as the University of Michigan's incoming president; a vote will be taken in September.
The Washtenaw County Medical Examiner and the University of Michigan Anthropology Department conducted an examination of the skull.
At least two explosions occurred at an industrial building that was on fire early Tuesday in Toledo, Ohio.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
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.
More than 7.2 million checks have been mailed so far, with millions more expected to go out this week, according to State Farm.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
The Justice Department is planning to deploy a record 1,000 federal monitors to polling places throughout the U.S. for the midterm elections.
Five flavors of Outshine Fruit Bars sold nationwide were recalled because they may include glass, Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream said.
The lawsuit comes after the FCC ordered ABC to seek renewals between two and five years before its TV stations' licenses were set to expire.
Large bags and shopping carts are banned from the Royal Oak Public Library as staff attempt to prevent a bedbug resurgence.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says a human case of influenza A H1N2 swine flu was detected in a person who was a participant at the Kent County Youth Fair.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution that would implement a program from Opioid Free America that would analyze prescription data of county employees and encourage prescribers to wean their patients off opioids.
An additional 35 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
Kevin McGonigle hit a two-run homer, and the Detroit Tigers held off the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-5 on Monday night and moved into a three-way tie for the final AL wild-card spot.
LIV Golf is ending its season one tournament early.
Western Michigan's Dan Bartholomae has been hired as Michigan State's athletic director.
Golfers, athletes and supporters gathered Monday in Rochester Hills for the Kirk Gibson Golf Classic, which raises money for the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's.
Munetaka Murakami hit a go-ahead homer in the seventh inning and the Chicago White Sox rallied for a 7-5 win over the Detroit Tigers to complete a three-game sweep.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
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.
Voters in Sumpter Township rejected a millage increase in August that was intended to support the police department. Police Chief Eric Luke explains the impact.
The Detroit Fire Department formally recognized 911 dispatchers who helped save a man's life. The man had a medical emergency, but passed out while still on the call.
The City of Berkley in Southeast Michigan is restricting where e-bikes can be ridden. A new ordinance makes it illegal for any class of e-bike to be on sidewalks or public parks
Rachel Stewart, CEO of Gardner White, talks about growth at her family's 114-year-old company as it adds 13 new stores in 2026 and adopts a new logo and marketing approach on this Sunday's Michigan Matters.
Large bags and shopping carts are now banned from the Royal Oak Public Library in Oakland County, Michigan, as the staff attempts to prevent a return of bedbugs in the building.