Rich Studley, Former President and CEO of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, said the Michigan Economic Development Corporation's leadership allowed environmental damage, dishonesty, and financial mismanagement under its current executive team.
The only H-1B petition filed by an employer classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry located across Grand Rapids Reporter publication area was approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
Congresswoman Hillary Scholten used social media between July 12-13, 2025 to address threats to youth program funding in Muskegon and announce new federal investment at Gerald R. Ford International Airport.
There were two companies in cities associated with Kent County that received two FDA inspections in the second quarter of 2025, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
Congresswoman Hillary Scholten highlighted concerns over the national economy and rural healthcare legislation in a series of posts dated July 11, 2025.
Congresswoman Hillary Scholten has issued public statements demanding answers for delayed emergency resources and promoting legislative solutions for family support and government accountability.
Congresswoman Hillary Scholten voiced opposition against a Republican bill impacting West Michigan while celebrating local heritage by presenting a World War I military medal to Beverly Brown for her late grandfather's service
In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Finance and Insurance employers across Grand Rapids Reporter publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
In recent tweets dated July 6-7, Congresswoman Hillary Scholten discussed her commitment to diverse energy strategies and agricultural advocacy while expressing concern over flash flooding in Texas.
Joseph Cella, director of the Michigan-China Economic and Security Review Group, told MIRS News that the Marshall Megasite project underscores CATL's ties to the Chinese Communist Party and raises concerns about its impact on Michigan taxpayers and workers.
In recent tweets dated July 4-6, Congresswoman Hillary Scholten discussed key issues including a new veterans facility and support for local businesses.