GM CEO Makes Big Donation–Defends Bailout
General Motors CEO Dan Akerson seeking to jump-start a new program to rebuild parts of Detroit’s East Side, with a big donation.
Netflix is Biggest E-Commerce Loser As Competition Heats Up: ACSI
Netflix suffered one of the largest drops in ACSI history as e-commerce inched up and competition stiffened, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index’s annual E-Commerce Report, produced in partnership with the Ann Arbor customer satisfaction measurement consultant ForeSee.
Car Companies On Gas Prices: ‘This Isn’t 2008′
The rapid rise in gasoline prices is causing some concern in the auto industry. But, there is also caution that the industry is in a far better place than it was the last time fuel prices spiked.
Dow Breaks 13,000 For First Time Since ’08 Crisis
For the first time since May, 2008, the Dow Jones Industrial Average traded above the psychological milestone of 13,000.
IRS Dealing With More Fraud & Identity Theft In Tax Returns
The agency has added new filters to screen for tax fraud and is working harder to help victims get their rightful refunds.
Ford Earns Top Honors For Supporting Women-Owned Businesses
Ford Motor Company was named as one of America’s top corporations for its support of women-owned suppliers, the first time an automaker has earned the award.
Small Business Owners In Detroit Share Plight
This week, a panel of church leaders and business owners gathered to discuss the plight of the small store owner in Detroit.
Tips For Picking Out A Tax Preparer
Tax season is again upon us, and you don’t like to fill out your own income taxes, there are some things to remember when picking out a tax preparer.
Michigan’s State Surplus Store Opens In New Spot
Michigan’s state surplus store is opening for business in a new location.
Consumer Reports: Costco Tops List Of Major Retail Chain Stores
Costco pleased shoppers better than any other retailer according to Consumer Reports survey of more than 26,000 readers who told the organization about their shopping experience at 10 of the nations major retailers.
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GLITR UNWIRED ON THE ROAD: America’s Fresh Water Coast and Michigan’s Economic Future
WWJ’s Matt Roush and the Detroit-Wayne County Port Authority host a roundtable discussion about the resources the port offers, the role it plays in the region’s economic development, and interest in seeing the port’s role expand.
Rally Against Bank Of America Home Foreclosure
Rob and Debbie Henry of Southgate are one of many Michigan families fighting to remain in their home.
Pure Detroit Stores Sells All Things Motor City
The Pure Detroit store prides itself on selling clothes, books, collectibles, and other items that focus on Motor City culture.
Igniting Innovation in Michigan: Putting Detroit Back to Work
The 2011 GLITR Awards were handed out before Richard Sheridan, CEO and Founder Menlo Innovations, keynoted WWJ Newsradio 950′s “Igniting Innovation” business breakfast.
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