New Saginaw restaurant, Bay City gift shop among big winners in Michigan small business grants

Michigan's small businesses are getting a significant boost as Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced $1.5 million in funding for 69 recipients, including a new restaurant in Saginaw and a gift shop in Bay City, both of which opened less than a year ago. This initiative is crucial for supporting local economies and fostering growth in these burgeoning businesses, potentially leading to job creation and increased local spending. The grants signify a proactive step by the state to bolster its small business sector, especially important in the wake of the pandemic's economic challenges.