News
Northwest Michigan Works! Alumnus of the Year Recognized in Lansing
"Without the help from Northwest Michigan Works! I don't know where I would be and I don't want to think about where I would be," said Erdman-Pruyne.
State of Michigan Holds First Ever Virtual Career Fair
Success of this virtual career fair for IT positions may lead to similar events focusing on other career fields.
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.
DNR Fisheries Issues Report on Manistee County's Pine Creek
A complete copy of the Pine Creek report is now available.
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.
Spring 2012 Zoning Administrator Certificate Program
Registration for the Spring 2012 Michigan Zoning Administrator Certificate Program offered by the Planning & Zoning Center at MSU is now open. There are eight modules included in each training program leading to a certificate of completion for those that pass an exam associated with each module.
Planning & Zoning Essentials Training in Traverse City Feb. 27; Lansing March 7
MAP's popular workshop, Planning and Zoning Essentials, is designed for anyone who deals with planning and zoning issues in your community. This information-packed program is ideal for introducing new planning commissioners and zoning board of appeals members to their roles and responsibilities, and also for more experienced officials looking to refresh their skills and build upon existing knowledge.
Survey: What Are Your Planning and Zoning Training Needs?
The MSU / COG survey will help the Northwest Michigan Council of Governments and MSU Extension design the best planning and zoning training programs and materials to meet your needs.
Beaver Island Lighthouse School Fall 2011 Graduation
The Beaver Island Lighthouse School held a special ceremony to recognize its Fall 2011 graduates and other students who completed a semester at the school. Watch the video to see some of the highlights of the ceremony and to hear the graduates talk about what the school means to them.
Frankfort Planning Commission Chairman Bruce Ogilvie Receives Award
Frankfort Planning Commission Chairman Bruce Ogilvie received the Michigan Association of Planning's 2011 Outstanding Commissioner Award and talks about planning in Frankfort, Michigan..
Grant Opportunities Listing Provided by The Grand Vision
The Grand Vision regularly posts grant opportunities which are available for the region.
Northwest Michigan Works! Offers Tools for Veterans Returning from Iraq and Afghanistan
Northwest Michigan Works! is reminding United States military veterans, including those returning from Iraq and Afghanistan, about a full set of tools and tips to help them find jobs with businesses looking for skilled workers.
Northwest Michigan Council of Governments Receives National Energy Efficiency Honors
The National Association of Development Organizations awarded the Northwest Michigan Council of Governments its regional Innovation Award for an energy saving program for local governments.
Job Navigator Training Provided by Northwest Michigan Works! and the Department of Human Services
Northwest Michigan Works! is offering online training for job navigators.
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).
Poverty Reduction Initiative Client Helped by Local Banker
A Traverse City man facing challenges with his mortgage got help from a Traverse Bay Poverty Reduction Initiative (PRI) navigator and a local banker.
