1. “'Avoid' PFAS foam, new Michigan signs warn”. Grand Rapids Press, The: Web Edition Articles (MI). Author: Garret Ellison.
· Summary: This article is about PFAS foam buildup in Van Etten lake located in Oscoda MI. The issue has arisen due to contaminated groundwater from a former air base located nearby.
· The problem: Accidental ingestion and exposure to the foam for long periods of time could result in possible exposure to toxins, though not enough research has been done. Fish and wildlife near the lake may be affected as well. Another problem is that because Van Etten lake drains into Au Sable River and Lake Huron it has caused the contamination to spread.
· Who has the problem: The residents of Oscoda who swim and fish the lake’s and river as well as people who hunt animals near these bodies of water. It has the potential to affect many more residents of Michigan if the situation is not controlled.
2. “Ilitches control area larger than downtown”. Detroit News, The (MI). Author: Louis Aguilar.
· Summary: This article is about the Ilitche companies who own or control at least 60% of properties in the District Detroit area. They had planned to transform the 50 blocks into an entertainment district larger than the area of downtown Detroit.
· The problem: Sense the plan was developed in 2014 the area has not been renovated and no new businesses constructed leaving it more vacant than before it was purchased by Ilitche. This has hindered the growth of any new businesses in the area as well as displacing many homeless.
· Who has the problem: The residents of Detroit who had hoped to see change brought to the area, any businesses who could have potentially opened in the area before it was purchased, and many homeless individuals who used to reside in the district who were pushed out.
3. “Opinion: Children also are victimized in crisis”. Traverse City Record-Eagle (MI). Author: MICHELE COREY.
· Summary: This article is about the opioid crisis in America and how it is affecting the state of Michigan, specifically the children whose parents are abusing drugs.
· The problem: More and more children are being entered into the foster care system as the endemic of opioid abuse grows. From the year 2016-2017 MI experienced an 8 percent increase in children entering the foster care system stemming from their parents abuse of opioids. The state funding to help parents and families transition from rehab back to normal life is lacking as well.
· Who has the problem: Children of opioid abusers as well as opioid abusers seeking help.
4. “Experts: Great Lakes levels to keep rising”. Traverse City Record-Eagle (MI). Author: Sheri McWhirter.
· Summary: This article is about the continual increase of water levels in the great lakes.
· The problem: High water levels increase costal erosion around the lakes which can affect many of the residence who have lake side homes. Flooding can be an issue as well.
· Who has the problem: People who reside along the great lakes coastal area as well as businesses located near the coast.
5. “State launches campaign to meet gap in skilled trades jobs”. Kalamazoo Gazette (MI). Author: Malachi Barrett.
· Summary: This article is about how the state of Michigan is launching an advertising campaign to make the public aware of the skilled-labor shortage.
· The problem: Many individuals from the baby boomer generation are beginning to retire and there are not enough skilled trade individuals to fill the positions. This has the potential to have huge economic repercussions for industries in need of these workers if the positions cannot be filed.
· Who has the problem: The industries in need of skilled tradespeople.
Hi Kristie!
ReplyDeleteSo I recognized that you're from Michigan based on your local opportunities! Must be cold up there, I'm from Miami so I really can't take the cold.. I think you did a great job organizing your 5 opportunities, your summaries, problem descriptions are easy to understand and I enjoyed reading about what's going on in your home-town!
Hi Kristie,
ReplyDeleteI really like your localized articles. A lot of these can be monetized and I especially like your fourth option about the Great Lakes rising. Changes in the environment make a great path for opportunities to help civilizations and gain profit from the business venture. Legal changes and lobbying could be the path for this opportunity to set itself apart from others.