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Crain’s Grand Rapids Business staff writer Mark Sanchez discusses Priority Health’s expansion into a fourth Midwestern state. A look at regional business and manufacturing conditions heading into 2026. An update on Grand Rapids’ riverfront projects.

We talk to John Sellek about the project.

The Michigan Smart Trade Alliance is leading education efforts supporting Michigan families and small businesses

Automakers are paying a steep price to import parts and vehicles from Mexico

Michigan’s agriculture is the state’s second largest industry contributing an annual $126 billion to the state’s economy. But this year, federal tariffs are negatively impacting farmers and consumers. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Department issued a report detailing export declines. WGVU spoke with MDARD Director, Dr. Tim Boring about the findings and trends.

Regional economic development nonprofit The Right Place presented its 2026 economic outlook to Grand Rapids business leaders today

Federal tariffs are negatively impacting farmers and conservers according to MDARD, the Kent County Deer Management Coalition has released recommendations for combatting deer overpopulation, and more.

Michigan’s agriculture is the state’s second largest industry contributing an annual $126 billion to the state’s economy. But federal tariffs are negatively impacting farmers and consumers this year

Crain’s Grand Rapids Business staff writer Mark Sanchez discusses the collapse of Michigan’s farm exports and the impact an aging population is having on the state’s economy. We begin with findings from the “Pathways to a Healthier Michigan” report.

Crain’s Grand Rapids Business staff writer Mark Sanchez discusses employers dropping weight-loss drugs from policies countering health insurance rate increases. A group of area small business owners ask the federal government to reform the procurement process. The Federal Reserve meets this week deciding whether to maintain or lower interest rates.