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The Road to Recovery in Detroit

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But out of the ashes of this monumental collapse — and in the midst of one of the most run-down neighborhoods in Detroit — a remarkable revival is rising like a phoenix. In 2008, Chrysler rolled the dice and told the world it would invest $1.8 billion in its Jefferson North plant on Detroit’s dilapidated East Side.

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Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being

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Because of this liability, Foulke advises builders to have “really good agreements” with their trade partners that spell out in specific detail that they will follow OSHA regulations, wear fall protection gear, and promise not to subcontract (or “sub-sub”) any work within their scope without the builder’s approval. . Foulke Jr.,

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

Business Facilities

Traditionally known as the “Creative Capital of the South,” Baton Rouge has established itself as a thriving high-tech hub for IT/software development and digital media while continuing to be an attractive location for corporate headquarters, relocations and traditional manufacturing. The new tech center will provide IBM’s clients in the U.S.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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A business that applies for the exemption must enter into an agreement with the Governor of Alabama. Naval Air Facility in Goodyear, now known as Phoenix/Goodyear Airport, was designated as an MRZ. The business must sign a job-creation agreement under the Advantage Arkansas program within 24 months of signing the Tax Back agreement.

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Jump Ball in Sacramento

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The Washington-based group reportedly reached a tentative agreement in January to purchase a 65-percent stake in the Kings, and it has an approval from the city government to build a new arena in Seattle for the franchise, which would revive the Sonics name.