Future of South U business district up for discussion
A lot of people have questions about what the future holds for the South University business district. A spokeswoman for the South University Area Association tries to answer them in a Q&A.
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Ann Arbor’s Hook to take 3-D advertising by storm, building staff
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Popular Science says Ann Arbor is 24th greenest city in U.S.
Ann Arbor maybe known as a green city, but more than a few people are surprised to see how environmentally friendly others see it. Popular Science magazine ranks Tree Town as the 24th greenest in America.
Universal Parametrics moves into new facility, hiring 6
It’s a standard question in the metromode interview – are you hiring? Do you plan to hire anytime soon? (It’s not called the Innovation and Jobs News column for nothing.) For Steve Frey of Universal Parametrics, Inc., the answer was simple: “We’re looking to fill six positions, immediately,” he says. “We are desperately seeking people.”
Key Bank renovates and upgrades Ypsilanti branch
Key Bank is working on improving the buildings it does business in. The latest is a $1 million renovation of its Ypsilanti branch, set to finish before the end of the month.
Ann Arbor architecture firm hiring in ’08
Ann Arbor's Quinn Evans Architects has worked on such buildings as the Wayne County Courthouse restoration, the Motown Museum, the Graphic Arts Building restoration and the Inn on Ferry Street restoration. With more jobs on the horizon, they're looking to add staff.
Made In Michigan: Indie Film
Technology and the Internet have created incredible opportunities for budding moviemakers and Michigan has no shortage of dedicated film artists. But building an industry from scratch means keeping the talent here. Metromode introduces you to a few indie filmmakers determined to find success and stay local.
All Media Guide to be acquired by Macrovision, remain in Ann Arbor
California tech giant Macrovision has inked a deal to acquire Ann Arbor’s All Media Guide, but never fear – AMG is staying put.
Top-ranked music site, SoulTracks, to host first annual awards show in Detroit
Ann Arbor-based SoulTracks has grown from a one-man hobby website to the top-ranked soul music website in the nation. It is getting ready to host its first Readers' Choice Awards in Detroit on November 16.
Mexican officials looking to open 15 offices with 250 positions in the region
Mexican officials were in town last week to explore opening more than a dozen local offices for mostly auto-related businesses.
Ann Arbor’s Hook to take 3-D advertising by storm, building staff
The commercial art firm Hook plans to start creating a bigger presence in Ann Arbor. The 3-D advertising start-up plans to add up to six people by the end of the year and another half dozen next year.
Popular Science says Ann Arbor is 24th greenest city in U.S.
Ann Arbor maybe known as a green city, but more than a few people are surprised to see how environmentally friendly others see it. Popular Science magazine ranks Tree Town as the 24th greenest in America.
Universal Parametrics moves into new facility, hiring 6
It’s a standard question in the metromode interview – are you hiring? Do you plan to hire anytime soon? (It’s not called the Innovation and Jobs News column for nothing.) For Steve Frey of Universal Parametrics, Inc., the answer was simple: “We’re looking to fill six positions, immediately,” he says. “We are desperately seeking people.”
Key Bank renovates and upgrades Ypsilanti branch
Key Bank is working on improving the buildings it does business in. The latest is a $1 million renovation of its Ypsilanti branch, set to finish before the end of the month.
Ann Arbor architecture firm hiring in ’08
Ann Arbor's Quinn Evans Architects has worked on such buildings as the Wayne County Courthouse restoration, the Motown Museum, the Graphic Arts Building restoration and the Inn on Ferry Street restoration. With more jobs on the horizon, they're looking to add staff.
Made In Michigan: Indie Film
Technology and the Internet have created incredible opportunities for budding moviemakers and Michigan has no shortage of dedicated film artists. But building an industry from scratch means keeping the talent here. Metromode introduces you to a few indie filmmakers determined to find success and stay local.
All Media Guide to be acquired by Macrovision, remain in Ann Arbor
California tech giant Macrovision has inked a deal to acquire Ann Arbor’s All Media Guide, but never fear – AMG is staying put.
Top-ranked music site, SoulTracks, to host first annual awards show in Detroit
Ann Arbor-based SoulTracks has grown from a one-man hobby website to the top-ranked soul music website in the nation. It is getting ready to host its first Readers' Choice Awards in Detroit on November 16.
Mexican officials looking to open 15 offices with 250 positions in the region
Mexican officials were in town last week to explore opening more than a dozen local offices for mostly auto-related businesses.
