Marshall manufacturers luncheon highlights 2008 milestones
Marshall Economic Development Manager Mike Hindenach reviewed a strong 2008 for area manufacturers during Michigan Week Commerce Day at Schuler's Restaurant. He cited Tenneco's $15.3 million expansion creating 147 jobs, Dark Horse Brewing's growth, Consumers Energy Training Center's $5 million investment and 1,000 trainees, plus ongoing C Drive property marketing and the Volkswagen facility pursuit. Tribal Industries asset purchase signals 2009 positivity. fiber optics via Broadstripe enhances Marshall Industrial Park.