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EDCMC announces local manufacturer expanding in MC For over 50 years, Sullair A Hitachi Group Company has manufactured compressed air solutions including parts, service and training to customers around the globe. The Michigan City manufacturer plans to invest nearly $30 million in its local plant to expand its manufacturing capacity. [...]

Hulse honored at statewide economic development conference Indiana Economic Development Association (IEDA) presented its first Shining Star Award to Clarence Hulse, Executive Director, Economic Development Corporation Michigan City. The Shining Star Award was created to highlight professionals in economic development that are creative and committed to professional economic development in [...]

Tax abatement important for local manufacturer’s expansion Michigan City cable designer and manufacturer, Sanlo Inc., a subsidiary of Central Wire Industries, a Canadian Company, was approved for a tax abatement at Michigan City’s Common Council on September 3rd, 2019.  Receipt of the tax abatement will allow the company to expand [...]

Company joins growing Michigan City technology sector Tempesta Media, a leading provider of content marketing solutions, announces the opening of its office in the Uptown area of Michigan City. The new office will house sales, marketing and operations personnel.  Michigan City was selected over several other locations throughout the Midwest. [...]

EDCMC announces local manufacturer retooling for future growth Shell Catalysts & Technologies (SC&T), a subsidiary of Royal Dutch Shell with a specific focus on providing innovative refinery, petrochemical and environmental catalyst solutions, plans to invest over $20 million in its local Michigan City plant to improve existing infrastructure and expand [...]

Prospectus outlines a platform for action, encouraging economic growth With funding from the Michigan City Redevelopment Commission, Economic Development Corporation Michigan City, Indiana (EDCMC) prepared and released Michigan City Opportunity Zone Prospectus, an investment guide that will be utilized to enable Michigan City to communicate its competitive advantages, trigger local [...]

Leeds Public House is putting history front and center as the new restaurant honors the early pioneer family. “We really want to respect and pay homage to Michigan City and its history,” said Denise Burns, who owns the restaurant with her husband, John. “Leeds is stamped on the building at [...]

Mayor’s initiative recognized at Mid America Economic Development Council Michigan City’s Promise Scholarship was named one of the “Best Practices in Talent Retention Strategies” by Ady Advantage, a comprehensive and integrated economic development, site selection and marketing consulting firm. The scholarship won the award after a Midwest Talent Strategy Inventory [...]

Plan outlines An Agenda for Economic Prosperity Economic Development Corporation Michigan City, Indiana (EDCMC) finalized a long-term strategic economic development initiative - An Agenda for Economic Prosperity- highlighting action items towards creating a local sustainable business environment and economic prosperity and equity for all residents following the principles of economic [...]

Sera Group, a local digital marketing agency that specializes in website design, digital advertising, and analytics, will host a ribbon cutting ceremony in celebration of their new office space. The event will take place on July 11th from 2-4 PM at 720 Franklin Street, Suite A. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres [...]

Clarence Hulse recognized for professional excellence Lambda Alpha International inducted Economic Development Corporation Michigan City’s Executive Director Clarence Hulse into its society at its 2019 Initiation Banquet June 19th. Lambda Alpha International (LAI) is a global land economics society providing professionals with a forum for the exchange of ideas in [...]

Since 1927, Meyer Glass & Mirror Company has been serving Northwest Indiana and Southwest Michigan through specialized glass and mirror work. Meyer Glass & Mirror Company is a locally owned commercial architectural glass and glazing contractor providing design, fabrication, installation and repair services for residential, commercial or automotive projects. EDCMC [...]