Macomb

Former Police Officer Darnell Blackburn Joins Local 4 News

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022
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DETROIT, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Police Officer Darnell Blackburn is joining WDIV-Local 4 as the station's Crime and Safety Expert on all platforms -- Local 4 News on television, the station website clickondetroit.com, and on the station's streaming channel Local 4+ -- it was announced today by station Vice President and General Manager Bob Ellis. Blackburn will begin this role immediately and will provide in-depth analysis as part of the station's approach to its crime reporting to help viewers better understand what is important and how to keep themselves, their families, and friends safe from becoming a victim of crime. Blackburn will also join the team of on-air traffic reporters for the station's Timesaver Traffic segments during morning news weekdays from 4:30 a.m. until 8 a.m.

Key Points: 
  • We are reinventing our approach to covering crime and adding Darnell will help us do that.
  • He worked as a police officer at Michigan State University and served in the Auburn Hills Police Department where he worked road patrol, community policing, narcotics, and other special assignments.
  • Blackburn has acted as a facilitator with the US Department of Justice alongside Attorneys General Loretta Lynch and Jeff Sessions on police and community relations.
  • And Local 4+ - WDIV's free streaming app - available on Fire TV, Roku, Google TV and Apple TV, brings viewers live, original and on-demand programming.

Thirty and Counting: The Macomb Group Achieves Milestone

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Thursday, March 4, 2021
Piping, Plumbing, Irrigation, Pipe, Macomb, Valve, Construction, Hydrology, Chemical engineering

Originally founded in 1977, The Macomb Group today includes 18 locations across seven states.

Key Points: 
  • Originally founded in 1977, The Macomb Group today includes 18 locations across seven states.
  • As a wholesale distributor of pipe, valves, fittings, gauges, and specialty products, The Macomb Group has ranked in the top 10 nationally as a distributor of industrial PVF.
  • The Macomb Group serves a diverse mix of end markets, including automotive, food and beverage, general manufacturing, hospitals, schools, power plants, and general industry.
  • The Macomb Group is a leading wholesale distributor of pipe, valves, and fittings for the Midwest region and beyond.

Markforged Distributes its 3D Printers to Project DIAMOnD Participants in Michigan

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Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Automotive Manufacturing, Aerospace, Technology, Manufacturing, Other Technology, Other Manufacturing, Software, Networks, Packaging, Engineering, Hardware, Regions of the United States, Office equipment, Computer printers, Macomb, Printer, Oakland County, Michigan, Michigan, Geography of the United States, United States, Markforged, Automation Alley

Project DIAMOnD will enable small and mid-sized Michigan manufacturers to print PPE, filling a critical gap in the medical supply chain during the continued fight against COVID-19.

Key Points: 
  • Project DIAMOnD will enable small and mid-sized Michigan manufacturers to print PPE, filling a critical gap in the medical supply chain during the continued fight against COVID-19.
  • Project DIAMOnD is powered by a grant Automation Alley received from Oakland County and Macomb County, allowing for 300 applicants to receive Markforged printers.
  • A variety of manufacturers in Michigan have applied to participate in Project DIAMOnD, including Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers.
  • Markforged transforms manufacturing with 3D metal and carbon fiber printers, capable of producing parts tough enough for the factory floor.

The Detroit Free Press Names Randazzo Heating & Cooling a Winner of the Detroit Top Workplaces 2020 Award for 2nd Year in a Row

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Friday, November 13, 2020
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MACOMB, Mich., Nov. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Detroit Free Press has awarded Randazzo Heating and Cooling a Top Workplaces 2020 honor.

Key Points: 
  • MACOMB, Mich., Nov. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Detroit Free Press has awarded Randazzo Heating and Cooling a Top Workplaces 2020 honor.
  • "In times of great change, it is more important than ever to maintain a connection among employees," said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO.
  • "I am so proud of our team members for how they've banded together to keep Randazzo true to our customers.
  • Randazzo Heating & Cooling is a family-owned, Michigan-based company, keeping Michigan residents comfortable at home or work since 1988.

ChoiceOne Bank Welcomes Paul Michon as VP, Market Manager Macomb County And Announces Franchise Expansion with Macomb Loan Office

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Wednesday, November 11, 2020
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LAPEER, Mich., Nov. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --ChoiceOne Bank welcomes Paul Michon, Vice President, Market Manager Macomb County.

Key Points: 
  • LAPEER, Mich., Nov. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --ChoiceOne Bank welcomes Paul Michon, Vice President, Market Manager Macomb County.
  • The Bank is also pleased to announce the continued expansion of their community bank franchise with a Macomb Loan Office in Macomb County.
  • "We are extremely pleased to welcome Paul Michon to our team as Market Manager of our new Macomb Loan Office," said ChoiceOne Bank President Mike Burke.
  • "At the same time, we are very excited to announce our new Loan Office as we grow our community bank franchise into Macomb County.

Terence Mekoski Announces Candidacy for Macomb County Sheriff

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Tuesday, April 28, 2020
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CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich., April 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Macomb County's Terence Mekoski recently announced his candidacy for Macomb County Sheriff.

Key Points: 
  • CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich., April 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Macomb County's Terence Mekoski recently announced his candidacy for Macomb County Sheriff.
  • Mekoski will run in the August 4Republican Primary to seek the party's nomination for Macomb County Sheriff for this November's Election.
  • I am running for Macomb County Sheriff because I have the experience to make our Sheriff's Office the best version of itself.
  • Paid for by Terence Mekoski for Macomb County Sheriff.

QStride to Help Macomb County's Needy with Thrill of Hope Christmas Concert

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Thursday, November 21, 2019
Food preservation, Macomb, Pantry, Canning, Food safety, Business

"This is the time of year when we all reflect on our lives, finding gratitude in where and who we are," said Shane Gianino, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of QStride.

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  • "This is the time of year when we all reflect on our lives, finding gratitude in where and who we are," said Shane Gianino, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of QStride.
  • This is just one way we want to show our gratitude to the local community."
  • QStride presents the all-ages Christmas community concert to benefit Harvest Time Food Distribution Center, a nonprofit located in the poorest zip code in Macomb County, Michigan.
  • HTFDC is one of the only pantries in Macomb County that provides fresh fruit, vegetables, and meats, dairy, dry and canned goods.

Godlan, Manufacturing ERP Specialist, Wins Macomb Business Award - Champion of Work/Life Integration

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Friday, April 26, 2019
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As a business owner, to have our company now be recognized with their inaugural award for Champion of Work/Life Balance is as humbling as it is gratifying."

Key Points: 
  • As a business owner, to have our company now be recognized with their inaugural award for Champion of Work/Life Balance is as humbling as it is gratifying."
  • Business leaders from across the region attended the seventh annual Macomb Business Awards to support and to recognize the 71 nominees and six winners from the various six categories.
  • Godlan was chosen from the three finalists as the winner of the "Champion of Work/Life Integration" award.
  • Macomb County Executive Mark A. Hackel joined Vicky Rad, director of the Macomb County Department of Planning & Economic Development, to recognize winners.

Billboard Charted Recording Artist Jordan Feliz to Help Raise Hope, Awareness and Funds for Macomb County's Needy

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Tuesday, September 18, 2018
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CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich., Sept. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Top Christian recording artist Jordan Feliz and special guest Alisa Turner demonstrate the meaning behind their gospel with a benefit concert for Macomb County's needy.

Key Points: 
  • CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich., Sept. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Top Christian recording artist Jordan Feliz and special guest Alisa Turner demonstrate the meaning behind their gospel with a benefit concert for Macomb County's needy.
  • Trinity and the artists agreed on the merits of three local non-profits as critical beneficiaries of the funds.
  • They include MCREST (Macomb Country Rotating Emergency Shelter Team), Turning Point and Family Youth Interventions.
  • "Jordan Feliz and Alisa Turner inspire and motivate others through the beauty of their spiritual message and kindness in performing to help people in right here in Mt.

Ascent Aerospace - Global Tooling Systems an Elite Supplier to Lockheed Martin Aeronautics

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Tuesday, May 1, 2018
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MACOMB, Mich., May 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Global Tooling Systems, an Ascent Aerospace company and a leading provider of intelligent assembly systems for aircraft manufacturing, has been named by Lockheed Martin Aeronautics as an Elite top performing supplier for the second year in a row.

Key Points: 
  • MACOMB, Mich., May 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Global Tooling Systems, an Ascent Aerospace company and a leading provider of intelligent assembly systems for aircraft manufacturing, has been named by Lockheed Martin Aeronautics as an Elite top performing supplier for the second year in a row.
  • "Excellence is not an exception; it's a prevailing attitude," said Janet Duffy, Aeronautics vice president for Supply Chain Management, quoting Collin Powell.
  • Ascent Aerospace will host representatives from Lockheed Martin at their Macomb campus in Michigan on May 17, for an awards ceremony recognizing the large team at Global Tooling Systems that worked together to achieve this honor.
  • Across Michigan, Ascent Aerospace employs more than 600 aerospace professionals and operates almost one-half million square feet of production facilities.