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In the aftermath of the mid-term election results, both nationally and statewide, the immediate and long-term effects on local businesses is discussed in this month's "Washtenaw Business Lens." WEMU's Caroline MacGregor sat down with Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Chamber Director Andy LaBarre and EMU Regent-elect Kirk Profit to discuss what to expect moving forward.

Preparing Washtenaw County for the workplace of the future is going to take a collective effort. That’s the message sent out at an Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber of Commerce meeting on Friday. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

New job and career outlooks from the state of Michigan are detailing where to expect the most growth in the coming years. Colin Jackson has more

Michigan’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in June was 5%, according to the state’s monthly jobs report. We have more from Rick Pluta.

The Michigan House of Representatives voted to loosen the state’s child labor laws Wednesday. Colin Jackson reports that’s as current law has pending requirements waiting to take effect.

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) and the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers have signed a 10-year extension of their longstanding training partnership. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

Washtenaw County residents are being asked to share their thoughts on what they see as the greatest needs of the community. WEMU’s Kevin Merschaert reports.

Michigan’s jobless rate edged up in May to 5.1%. We have more from Rick Pluta.

Washtenaw County needs to ensure it has the workforce that keeps up with the ongoing changes to the economy. That was one of the messages brought forth this week at a panel discussion sponsored by the Washtenaw Economic Club. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Washtenaw County’s economy is expected to continue to see measured growth over the next three years, even as risks persist. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.