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Authorization of 4 A.M. Liquor Licenses |
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Written by Christopher Cislo
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Thursday, 01 March 2012 16:30 |
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Today Michiganders can enjoy drinking with friends, family, and acquaintances within bars and restaurants as well as purchase alcohol at their local stores until 2 A.M. This all too common closing time may be subject to change in our near future. Senate Bill No. 856 proposes amending section 1114 of the Michigan liquor control code of 1998, this bill would enable cities with populations over 600,000 to sell and furnish alcohol until 4 A.M., for on-premise licensees. Currently the only city that fits this criterion is Detroit, Michigan. Bill No. 856 is not uncommon in regards to other states and cities; take Chicago for example where special licenses allow bars to serve until 4 A.M. or Nevada, a state with no regulations, bars can legally stay open 24 hours a day seven days a week.
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Should there be a tax break for Michigan manufacturers? |
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Written by Marie Hallberg
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Saturday, 29 January 2011 15:50 |
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In a state that relies heavily on the manufacturing sector as one of its greatest sources of revenue, Michigan manufacturers are saying that the tax burden they must bear in this state is too great. A recent study by the Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA) shows that on average in the state of Michigan, manufacturers pay about 29 percent more than the national average and within the state manufacturers pay roughly 45 percent more than other Michigan industries. Along with the release of this study, members of the MMA are asking Michigan to take a look at the tax system that is currently being used for businesses and manufacturers and make sure that the tax rate, especially on personal property taxes is fair and competitive to those of other businesses.
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Could the DRIC bring commerce to Michigan? |
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Written by Marie Hallberg
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Friday, 21 January 2011 22:16 |
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As Michigan begins a new year, many are hoping it will be one filled with promise and progress, especially in terms of the economy. These days, any Michigan resident is excited to hear plans to improve the state’s dismal economy but what many are asking themselves now is if a proposed public bridge connecting Detroit to Canada is the way to ensure economic prosperity. The Detroit River International Crossing (DRIC) is being praised for the increased efficiency it could provide to the Windsor-Detroit Crossing, but not everyone is sure that this bridge will lead to promised economic success.
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Patent Laws the Latest in Series of Small Business Struggles |
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Written by Marie Hallberg
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Thursday, 11 November 2010 04:25 |
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In a time when small businesses are simply trying to stay afloat amidst a struggling economy, new obstacles are being put in their way of success. Recently the issue of patent laws has arisen due to some new changes in a federal patent law. Instead of being fined $500 for just one incident of a product being sold with an expired patent, now the business can be charged for each product sold with the expired patent number on it. Due to this stipulation, now businesses like Holdup Suspenders, run by a small businessman Sal Herman, can be sued for every pair of pants he has sold since his patent expired in May 2008. This opens up a whole new field for lawyers to chase down these "false marked" products and puts small business owners at a great disadvantage compared to the bigger retail businesses.
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U.S. Department of Commerce Lends a Hand to Michigan Businesses |
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Written by Marie Hallberg
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Monday, 20 September 2010 21:26 |
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In an effort to encourage more small business in the state of Michigan, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced that it will begin to open up more resources for small businesses across the state. Available to entrepenuers across the whole country as well, these resources, such as the CommerceConnect website, will enable small business owners to have an all-encompassing program in order to help them succeed. While the government regulations and policies can be confusing to navigate, the Department of Commerce intends to simplify confusion among business owners by offering all the necessary information in one place. CommerceConnect also opened a branch in Pontiac in order to gain a presence in the local economy.
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