FERNDALE, MI-A boulevard could expand the Woodward Avenue area's business potential at least four times what it is now with the Eight Mile Road overpass, the city manager says.

DETROIT-Local real estate investment firm Marcus and Millichap is holding a talk to discuss a market overview, trends and opportunities at 8:30 a.m., April 26 at the Excalibur Banquet Center in Southfield, MI.

DETROIT-Detroit Mayor Dennis Archer remains hopeful about a new plan to move only the MGM Grand alongside Detroit River, but wants agreement from a reluctant city council, angry that two casinos may opt to stay Downtown.

LIVONIA, MI-Michigan areas receive high-tech designation and more dollars for development. However, Gov. John Engler is criticized for the programs. A group says the governor's office is illegally using tax dollars for business use.

ANN ARBOR, MI-A new lab, science and administrative building promise to bring new space and ideas to the drug company, says a spokeswoman. However, further expansion may be needed.

DETROIT-More than $1.8 million is awarded to fund five development projects in Albion, Flint, Grand Haven, Monroe and Ypsilanti. Half the money will help fund Flint's $88-million redevelopment project.

DETROIT- Lawrence Technological University's Distinguished Architecture Alumni Award goes to SmithGroup Michigan vice president and director of building technology Thomas O'Connor.

DETROIT-The BLIMPIE Sub & Salad shop complements a new public housing complex nearby. It is the first franchise to locate in an Empowerment Zone and highlights $13 billion in economic growth occurring in neighborhoods.