Michigan Union receives $85M in tender loving construction upgrades
The nearly 100-year-old Michigan Union is set to undergo $85 million in upgrades, the most extensive work done on the building since its construction.
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FlexDex lands $5M investment to develop surgical device
FlexDex Surgical has landed $5 million of investment from a Series B round. It plans to use the capital to turn its laparoscopic surgery tool into the go-to instrument for doctors everywhere.
Pro-granny flats ordinance moves forward in Ann Arbor
An ordinance that would allow the addition of granny flats, technically known as accessory dwelling units, to single-family homes in the city of Ann Arbor has been recommended for approval by the city's Planning Commission
State Theatre in line for $5M in upgrades this fall
The Michigan Theater Foundation has big plans for the State Theatre, and they start with a major renovation of the historic building early this fall.
Closing Time: The art of shutting down your business
There is no shortage of advice when it comes to starting or growing a business. But when it comes to shutting down, suddenly mums the word. Yet, there are right and wrong ways. Concentrate talks to David Hile of Hile Creative, who closed up shop after 31 years.
Concentrate’s News Editor commissions local muralist for Detroit building
Concentrate's very own Jon Zemke leads a double life as a developer in Detroit. Along with bringing neglected buildings back to life, Jon saw an opportunity to bring art to the city he calls home.
Sweetwaters grows to 7 locations with new cafes in Ann Arbor, Canton
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea is on the precipice of opening its sixth and seventh cafe this summer, an expansion that will cap its 23rd year of growth in the Ann Arbor area.
New subdivision, North Oaks, breaks ground in Ann Arbor
Workers have begun construction on the North Oaks of Ann Arbor subdivision. The development calls for nearly 500 new homes on the north side of Ann Arbor over the next decade.
McShane’s Pub opens second location in Ypsilanti
Bob Roberts and Sean McShane liked going to a bar in Ypsilanti so much that they took it over and turned it into one of their own.
Redevelopment plans emerge for derelict building in downtown Ann Arbor
111 S. Main has stood empty for about 25 years. A full gut rehab begins next week, with an expectation that six months from now downtown will get another 12,000 sq. ft. of office space.
