http://www.edcmc.org Take your business to the next level with help from the Economic Development Corporation of Manitowoc County. Our expertise and resources will effectively guide your business efforts. en-us http://www.edcmc.org/news-072409-MXMegastore.html July 24, 2009 Offce of the Lt. Govenor — Lieutenant Governor Barbara Lawton and the Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today at Manitowoc’s MX Megastore the availability of new tools to ease the credit crunch by helping Wisconsin small businesses access capital. http://www.edcmc.org/news-071909-Aurora.html July 19, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Aurora Health Care has been named one of the "Most Wired" health care providers for the sixth consecutive year by Hospitals & Health Networks magazine. http://www.edcmc.org/news-071909-Orion.html July 19, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — The U.S. Patent and Trademark office has approved a design patent for Orion Energy Systems' fluorescent reflector in its retrofit kit. http://www.edcmc.org/news-071909-AmericInn.html Bill Chambers, his family and Shooter Loch have purchased the AmericInn Lodge & Suites, 5020 Hecker Road, from Mark and Jennifer Ring. http://www.edcmc.org/news-071409-DPITC.html July 14, 2009 Wisconsin Department of Commerce — Governor Jim Doyle today announced that 25 dairy manufacturers will share $700,000 in Dairy Plant Investment Tax Credits. http://www.edcmc.org/news-071209-WIFastener.html July 12, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Chris and Kerry Lindemann have four children, but it is another family they pay close attention to fueling their business success. http://www.edcmc.org/news-070909-LTC.html July 9, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Hand over hand, Jennifer Heinzen quickly scampered up the lattice steps of Lakeshore Technical College's 110-foot-tall "small" wind tower Wednesday afternoon. http://www.edcmc.org/news-070509-RusticTouch.html July 9, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Rustic Touch is in an attractive building which features Door County stone and copper accents. Entering the 7,000-square-foot store, customers will find an array of gift items for women, men and children located in different rooms filled with attractive displays. http://www.edcmc.org/news-071209-Orion.html July 12, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Focus on Energy has awarded Orion Energy Systems $250,000 to install a 273-kilowatt solar electric system at its manufacturing plant and technology center, 2001 Mirro Drive http://www.edcmc.org/pdf/newsletter-summer09.pdf June 30, 2009 EDCMC — Two questions are often asked of me recently: 1) How is business at the EDCMC-the Economic Development Corporation of Manitowoc County? 2) How is the local economy? http://www.edcmc.org/E-Seed_Story_3.html June 30, 2009 EDCMC — Some of the most successful business startups out there are the ones whose owners took the time to lay the groundwork for their endeavors-conducting market research, writing a business plan, pounding the pavement. Following this business model, Jennifer Handstedt launched Senior Service Coordinators in Manitowoc. http://www.edcmc.org/E-Seed_Story_4.html June 30, 2009 EDCMC — Randy Detjen had already been in business four plus years before he joined a group of rookie entrepreneurs to learn more about what he calls “the business side of things.” http://www.edcmc.org/E-Seed_Story_5.html June 30, 2009 EDCMC — There are usually two ways to start a business: 1) Know what you do really well and make a business out of it, or 2) Look around your community, see what niche you can fill and fill it. http://www.edcmc.org/pdf/newsletter-summer09.pdf June 30, 2009 EDCMC — Grant funds are available to help area manufacturers achieve profitable growth and improve their business performance. http://www.edcmc.org/pdf/newsletter-summer09.pdf June 30, 2009 EDCMC — Last fall four teams of high school students began a journey in building a mini-chopper as part of a Manitowoc County wide effort to promote careers in manufacturing. That journey came to an end on April 24th, 2009 when the teams unveiled their creation at the Ant Hill Mob bike show. What an event it was! http://www.edcmc.org/news-063009-OrionEnergy.html June 30, 2009 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel — Orion Energy Systems Inc. is competing against other lighting companies in a test of energy-efficient outdoor lighting systems conducted by the City of Pittsburgh. http://www.edcmc.org/news-063009-TijuanaRose.html June 30, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Tijuana Rose Baja Grill & Cantina has been serving alcohol since it was more fashionable to be called a saloon. http://www.edcmc.org/news-062809-WIhealthcare.html June 28, 2009 Wisconsin Technology Network News — Wisconsin was recently ranked number one in the nation for health care quality by the federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). Wisconsin had the top overall health care quality score among all 50 states based on measures that AHRQ used to evaluate health care performance. http://www.edcmc.org/news-062809-BellinHealth.html June 28, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Bellin Health Family Medical Center-Manitowoc will open Monday in the building formerly occupied by Copps Food Center. http://www.edcmc.org/news-062809-DeanBrennan.html June 28, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Dean Brennan Transport was given a platinum award by Great West Casualty Company as part of the 2008 National Fleet Safety Awards Program. http://www.edcmc.org/news-062809-JustOrthodontics.html June 28, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Jeff Just doesn't take a train to work and he charges more than 50 cents for tooth extractions. http://www.edcmc.org/news-062509-KielConsignment.html June 25, 2008 Tri-County News — Two moms who "swapped" clothes for years decided to make a business out of it. http://www.edcmc.org/news-062109-ComputerTroubleShooters.html June 21, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Manitowoc Computer Troubleshooters provides enterprise-level technology solutions to small businesses and home offices. There are 11 franchise locations in Wisconsin and 450 locations worldwide. http://www.edcmc.org/news-061709-Super8.html June 17, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Caryn Arsta already has the title of general manager for the Super 8 Motel on the city's west side. http://http://www.edcmc.org/news-061609-RestaurantDeals.html June 16, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Phil Rohrer was in the Florida Keys about eight years ago when he was inspired to add fish to his restaurant's menu. http://www.edcmc.org/news-061409-ClassicCoatings.html June 14, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Brad Roberts is delighted that Mercury Marine chose his Classic Coatings Inc. to powder coat thousands of its boat propellers each week. http://www.edcmc.org/news-061109-Vogel%20Chevrolet.html 11, 2009 Tri-County News — Kiel’s long-time Chevrolet dealer received good news this week. http://www.edcmc.org/news-060109-WMEP.html June 1, 2009 Marketplace Magazine — Manufacturers wishing to jump on the green bandwagon might get there by hopping aboard the green-saving bandwagon first. http://www.edcmc.org/news-060209-EDCMCBudgetEvent.html June 1, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — To the disappointment of several business owners, state Rep. Ted Zigmunt, D-Francis Creek, was unable to attend Monday's "State Budget Call to Action Forum" sponsored by The Chamber of Manitowoc County. http://www.edcmc.org/news-053109-Leede.html May 31, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Leede Research, a marketing information company, has agreed to be a participating member in Magnet 360, an innovative marketing network based out of Minneapolis. http://www.edcmc.org/news-053109-ProfilzSalon.html May 31, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Melissa Reilly has opened Profilz, 1119 Marshall St. ERROR - Please Provide a full URL May 31, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Metal working equipment manufacturer Baileigh Industrial helps sponsor NASCAR driver David Reutimann. He took advantage of a race ending red flag to claim the first Sprint Cup series victory of his career at the Coca-Cola 600 held Memorial Day. http://www.edcmc.org/news-053109-PigglyWiggly.html May 31, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Bob Fox works long hours between the two Piggly Wigglys he and his wife, Kris, own in the Cool City and Brillion. http://www.edcmc.org/news-053109-ColonialPetShoppe.html May 31, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Colonial Pet Shoppe, a full-service pet shop, has been offering personal customer service for more than 30 years. Formerly in the Capitol Civic Center building, the shop moved to its present location in 1987. http://www.edcmc.org/news-052709-USCellular.html May 27, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — The Two Rivers Business and Industrial Development Committee on Tuesday approved a $40,000 loan to Robert and Susan Stumpner of the Hartford area for purchase of the building at 1613 Washington St., according to Dan Pawlitzke, economic development supervisor. http://www.edcmc.org/news-052409-Cranes.html May 24, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Manitowoc Cranes received a BestofTradeShow.com award at Windpower 2009, a tradeshow focusing on new developments and technologies in wind energy. http://www.edcmc.org/news-052409-BurgerIngot.html May 24, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Burger Boat Company-built INGOT, a 2008 Burger/Vripack designed 15153-foot custom, tri-deck motor yacht was honored with a judges' commendation at the 2009 World Superyachts Awards. http://www.edcmc.org/news-052409-LightingCenter.html May 24, 2009 Gannett Wisconsin Media — Gannett Wisconsin Media visits with people from a variety of business disciplines for "Q&A" features. Floyd Bissonette, owner of The Lighting Center, discusses the home lighting industry. Bissonette has 23 years experience in the lighting business. He bought The Lighting Center, which has stores in Manitowoc and Ashwaubenon, in 1995. http://www.edcmc.org/news-051209-kaderabeck.html May 12, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Randy Kirt may have had quite an appetite by the time he drove 80 miles to Clintonville on Monday morning. http://www.edcmc.org/news-051009-downtowninvestment.html May 10, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Just in time for the summer tourist season, a New Jersey transplant, native Manitowoc County couple, and a family from India by way of Pennsylvania are all delighted to be making investments or renovations in two downtown lodging establishments and a tavern-restaurant. http://www.edcmc.org/news-050709-wind.html May 7, 2009 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel — Anyone looking for signs that sectors of the economy have found some shelter from the recession needed only to walk the halls of the McCormick Place convention center Thursday. http://www.edcmc.org/news-050309-landscape.html May 3, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Storm....The Lawn Prrlawn treatments of weed control and fertilizer, as well as aeration of turf area. http://www.edcmc.org/news-042809-Kaysun.html April 28, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Visitors to Kaysun Corp. in its early years didn't have to indicate whether they were U.S. citizens. http://www.edcmc.org/news-042709-TheSoapBox.html April 26, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — More people these days are looking for bath and body products that won't endanger their health or the environment, according to the owner of a new store selling "eco-beauty products." http://www.edcmc.org/news-042609-RPM.html April 26, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Steve Salo and Ed Dorvinen have opened RPM Small Engine, 1310 Martin St. It is an authorized Briggs & Stratton service center, able to perform warranty work. The two men said they will do spring tune-ups, blade sharpening and general maintenance. http://www.edcmc.org/news-042609-Orion.html April 26, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Orion Energy Systems is among 36 Wisconsin companies nominated for a "Business Friend of the Environment Award," honoring leadership in pollution prevention, environmental innovation and stewardship. The awards are presented by the Wisconsin Environmental Working Group, an affiliate of Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce. http://www.edcmc.org/news-042509-MiniChoppers.html April 25, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Jason Sosinsky went to high school about 15 years too soon. "I would have signed up for this in a heartbeat," said the vice president of the Ant Hill Motorcycle Club, a few yards away from the four new mini-choppers making their debut Friday evening. http://www.edcmc.org/news-042309-HagenIT.html April 23, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Single mothers and veterans are among the types of people Charles Hagen hopes to attract as employees for his new business venture, Contact Central. http://www.edcmc.org/news-042309-Orion.html April 23, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Gov. Jim Doyle believes the state's economic health can benefit from going green. http://www.edcmc.org/news-041909-NaturalMarket.html April 19, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — Anita Rusch has enjoyed serving customers of Natural Market for 17 years. http://www.edcmc.org/news-041509-TowerTech.html April 15, 2009 Herald Times Reporter — President Barack Obama is a strong supporter of renewable energy, including wind and solar. His $3.6 trillion budget proposal includes a $150 billion investment in renewable energy over 10 years.