The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) continues its efforts to support American workers and position the economy for a strong rebound. DOL is hosting a national online dialogue, Opening America’s Workplaces Again about the challenges that may be faced as businesses reopen and how best to help employers and workers safely reopen America’s workplaces. This national online […]
Sony has announced their highly anticipated Playstation 5 home gaming console, the follow-up to their successful PS4. According to their official reveal, the PS5 will be released Holiday 2020. While an exact date has not yet been announced, information regarding the technical specifications of the gaming unit is available. Its architecture includes x86-64-AMD Ryzen™ “Zen […]
LANSING – Michigan’s taxpayers and tax preparers should be extra vigilant for federal stimulus scams, according to the Michigan Department of Treasury. With many taxpayers receiving federal stimulus checks directly deposited into their banking accounts, scammers are boosting their phishing attempts and phone scams to obtain personally identifiable information. In the latest round of reports, […]
Muskegon – The Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) announced the participants in two stakeholder workgroups to discuss and provide suggestions regarding the Social Equity Program. The first workgroup will take place in Detroit on February 5, 2020 from 10:00am – 1:00 p.m. The second workgroup will take place in Muskegon on February 12, 2020 from 11:00am […]
By Tom Kendra The first thing you notice about Jimmy Smith is his imposing presence, standing all of 6-foot-4, with an athletic frame he carries confidently, dreadlocks running down from his head. But it doesn’t take long until you realize his magic has nothing to do with his size or physical intimidation. In fact, it’s […]
By Teresa Taylor-Williams Muskegon Tribune Staff Writer Muskegon County – The crew at Scott Meats has done it again. The Muskegon Heights meat market brought home top honors from the Michigan Meat Processors Association’s Cured Meat Competition in Lansing. Scott Meats was among 19 meat processors who entered 154 products into the competition this year. […]
Muskegon, MI – The Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce is asking voters to be aware of the business issues related to the 2018 Recreational Marijuana Ballot Proposal. A new law may threaten the ability of employers and communities to provide safe, drug-free workplaces, and the quality of the products they make. In Muskegon County, there are […]
Muskegon – Wayne’s Deli is celebrating 60 years of business. A Muskegon County staple since 1958, visitors to Wayne’s can enjoy a full-service, old-fashioned style deli counter (home to the original “Gimmick” sandwich), a large selection of Michigan wines, fresh roasted coffee, local craft beer, and much more. They even offer catering services and a […]
By Marla R. Miller Often in the public eye, local business owner Brian Mckeown has gotten some odd glances and snarky comments while growing his hair out over the last year. Rest assured, he’s not becoming a hippie or having a midlife crisis. The 55-year-old is trying to do something good and raise awareness for […]
By Teresa Taylor Williams Tribune Contributor A few years ago, some people thought Kaja Thornton-Hunter had lost her mind. At that time, the single mother of two had quit a “good” job with the county, but she was uncertain what her next move would be. Looking back, she said she had no regrets that she […]