AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFederal Rail Funding: Michigan DOT is set to receive $145 million in federal grants for rail upgrades, including $98 million for track work between Dearborn and Kalamazoo, bridge replacements along the Michigan line, and new trains for the Blue Water Amtrak route to boost capacity. Auto & Jobs: Unifor says Stellantis is considering selling its Brampton, Ontario plant, a move that could reshape Canadian operations and affect contract talks tied to the Detroit Three supply chain. Energy & Business Climate: Two Michigan opinion pieces zero in on the need for reliable energy and warn that legal fights over major oil could ripple through hiring and competitiveness. Consumer Protection & Fraud: BBB Scam Tracker data show Sturgis logged three scam reports in July (with online purchase scams driving losses), while Walled Lake reported two, including phishing. Food Safety Oversight: FDA inspection results for a Kent County-area company found Gordon Food Service, Inc. in line with regulations (“No Action Indicated”). Local Industry & Community: AndyS is preparing to open in downtown Ludington after delays, adding a new restaurant, sports bar, and entertainment venue. Defense Tech Access: The U.S. Army is opening test ranges to private drone firms, including Michigan’s Camp Grayling.
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