Posts Tagged ‘Michigan’

Family-Owned Restaurant Group Gets Creative Amidst Michigan’s Economy

Tuesday, November 25th, 2008

Nine neighborhood restaurants and bars have come together as a family to remind Michigan what Good Times are all about. Recently unifying under the same owner, Snookers’ Pool & Pub with five locations, McVee’s and Mr. Joe’s of Southfield, and Stout Irish Pub and Lu & Carl’s of Brighton, have all upped their game — [...]

UAW-GM Grants 10,000th Wish Through Sponsorship of Make-A-Wish Foundation(R)

Tuesday, November 25th, 2008

The Make-A-Wish Foundation and national sponsors International Union, UAW and General Motors Corporation are celebrating a momentous wish milestone this month — granting the 10,000th wish of their decade-long partnership.
To mark this achievement, the 10,000th wish recipient, Brandon, 10, of Rodney, Mich., and his family will ride on UAW-GM’s float in America’s Thanksgiving Parade in [...]

James J. Murren Elected Chairman and CEO of MGM MIRAGE

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

MGM MIRAGE announced that its Board of Directors has elected James J. Murren as the Company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1, 2008. J. Terrence Lanni will continue as a member of the Board and will join the Diversity Committee.
“I am honored to have been chosen to lead this remarkable company,” said [...]

MGM MIRAGE Hospitality and Asian Coast Development Ltd. Announce Plans to Develop MGM Grand Ho Tram Integrated Resort in Vietnam

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008

MGM MIRAGE and Asian Coast Development Ltd. (ACDL) announced plans to develop the MGM Grand Ho Tram — Vietnam’s first “Las Vegas style” integrated resort. ACDL will own and finance the project, and MGM MIRAGE will provide development assistance, brand equity and operate the five-star integrated resort property upon completion.
MGM Grand Ho Tram will anchor [...]

Cedar Fair Announces Capital Expenditures for 2009 Season; Program Highlighted by $22 Million Diamondback Coaster

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company a publicly traded leader in regional amusement parks, water parks and vacation resorts, has announced plans for $62 million in new attractions, roller coasters and family rides in 2009.
The highlight of the 2009 capital program will be Diamondback, a $22 million roller coaster that will rise above the landscape at [...]

MGM MIRAGE Management to Present at Global Gaming Investment Forum

Monday, November 17th, 2008

MGM MIRAGE management will make a Company presentation today at the Global Gaming Investment Forum sponsored by Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank in Las Vegas, Nevada. A complete copy of the presentation will be available by visiting our web site at http://www.mgmmirage.com.
MGM MIRAGE one of the world’s leading and most respected development companies with [...]

Largest Volunteer-Built Playground in the World Opens

Saturday, November 1st, 2008

This week marked the grand opening of Play Planet, one of the largest community built playgrounds in the world. Built over a 3-day period from Oct 22-25, the playground is located at Tottan Park in Westland, Michigan. A collaborative project between the City of Westland, GameTime, and GameTime’s local representative Sinclair Recreation, the playground covers [...]

Escape the Present and Celebrate the Traditions of the Season at Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village

Saturday, November 1st, 2008

This holiday season, step into a time when Christmas was made up of simple pleasures — the melodies of carolers, the fragrant smell of balsam fir greens and the sound of horse-drawn carriages. Join The Henry Ford as it opens its gates for the spectacular holiday celebration, Holiday Nights in Greenfield Village, December 5-6, 12-14, [...]

MGM MIRAGE Prices $750 Million in Senior Secured Notes

Friday, October 31st, 2008

MGM MIRAGE announced today that it has priced a private offering of $750 million principal amount of 13% Senior Secured Notes due November 2013 at a price of 93.132%. The transaction is expected to close on November 14, 2008. The notes will rank as general senior obligations of MGM MIRAGE, will be guaranteed by [...]

Don’t Winterize Your RV Yet

Thursday, October 30th, 2008

You don’t have to winterize your RV just because summer is over. The cooler months are still a great time for camping; there’s more fun waiting to be discovered by you in your RV this fall and winter. Get your RV ready to enjoy these travel ideas in Michigan this year!
Fall color tours — Michigan [...]

Monaco Coach Corporation Reports Third Quarter Results

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

Monaco Coach Corporation, one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of recreational vehicles, today reported results for the third quarter ended September 27, 2008 and provided an update on its credit facilities.
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Monaco Coach Corporation reported it is in the final stages of concluding its new loan agreements to replace its existing credit facility. The Company believes [...]

MGM MIRAGE Reports Third Quarter Results

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

MGM MIRAGE reported its third quarter 2008 financial results. The Company earned $0.22 per diluted share from continuing operations for the 2008 third quarter compared to $0.62 in the prior year third quarter. Results for the 2008 quarter included a non-cash write-down of $30 million, or $0.07 per diluted share, related to the 36-hole Primm [...]