News

Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support For Agri-Tourism, Northwest Michigan Farms
Federal support for Light of Day Organics in Traverse City and Royal Farms in Ellsworth to help support agri-tourism in the region.

Michigan Works! Job Fair Draws More Than 80, Connects Employers and Job Seekers
Michigan Works! Job Fair in February drew more than 80 people and connected employers and job seekers.

Federal Government Contracting 101
Learn about how to do business with the Federal Government in this training provided free of charge in Traverse City by the Northwest Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC).

"Sold Out" Regional Economic Summit features Governor Snyder as Keynote Speaker
The March 2nd event will focus on economic strategy, policy, and activity in the region, featuring Governor Rick Snyder, Kirk Steudle (MDOT), and State representatives and senators from Northwest Michigan.

Community Growth Grants Announced for 2012
The Northwest Michigan Council of Governments (NWMCOG), in partnership with the Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce, announced this year’s recipients of Community Growth Grants Tuesday evening at the Grand Vision Your Action event.

Wi-Fi in Empire Improves Internet Access
The Village of Empire in Leelanau County has a new Wi-Fi system thanks to a Community Growth Grant from the Northwest Michigan Council of Governments.

Northwest Michigan Council of Governments Recognizes SBTDC Regional Business of the Year
Eco-Building Products is named 2011 SBTDC Small Business of the Year (Northwest Region).