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Training and coaching from Michigan Works helps keep employees on the job at places like PTM Corp.
Michigan Works! Partners with Local Agencies to Keep People Working

Michigan Works! Macomb/St. Clair partners with numerous agencies and educators to help people find jobs and companies find workers.

Programs like Young Professionals are helping more people find good jobs in Michigan.
Michigan Works program helps young professionals succeed

“I wish I knew about it sooner. We could have used it with previous employees we have trained,” -Pete Cervini, Superior Heating & Cooling

Finding good employees can be a challenge in the manufacturing world, Michigan Works! offers solutions for those problems.
On-the-job training gives companies peace of mind, cash back

On-the-Job Training from Michigan Works! Macomb/St. Clair helps companies fill jobs and even reimburses employers half of a new hire's wage for the first three months.

PTM employees explain what parts they are creating.
Michigan Works success coaches aid workers and employers

"This program is invaluable in its ability to help our employees," says John Tucker, director of human resources for PTM Corp. in Fair Haven. "I don't understand why Michigan Works! is not turning companies away.

Emily Fleischmann and Giovanni Carden have made the most of living in SC4's student housing.
Residential living enhances college experience at SC4

"...the dorm got me to be more social. We hang out all the time, help each other with homework and go to events together. I have gotten to know many great people and have learned a lot about different cultures,” Giovonni Carden, SC4 student

Students practice skills needed to become a certified nurses aide.
SC4 responds to growing demand for qualified health care professionals

"Health care is an in-demand field. Nurses and other skilled clinicians have the privilege of caring for patients and their families when they need it the most. When you leave your job, and you know you've made a difference in the lives of others."--Christine Sansom, RN, MSN

Is it time to rethink the idea of a traditional mall?
Retail revolution: What does the future hold for Birchwood Mall?

With fate of BIrchwood Mall unknown, groups are working to envision what the future of the site could be.

SC4 President Dr. Deborah Snyder is using her vision to attract more people to the college.
SC4 president puts the emphasis on ‘community’ with new Experience Center

SC4 president Snyder is challenging herself to find new, dynamic and innovative ways to bring people to the college. One of these solutions is a new partnership with the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum to bring science to life in the Experience Center.

Tom and Kathy Vertin invested in the Inn on Water Street.
Blue Water region awash in hotel development

The Blue Water region of St. Clair County is experiencing a building boom in boutique hotels as the area embraces regional cooperation.

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