07.07.08
Posted in Business, The Web, Michigan, News, Detroit, Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti, Economy, Grand Rapids at 10:43 am by Tim
Featuring “daily reports on job growth and development in Southeast Michigan, from Detroit to Ann Arbor,” metromode remains one of the most compelling Michigan-focused Web sites going. As such, I’ve selected it as my “Arresting Site of the Month” for July. Packed with resources for those living in or doing business in Michigan, and/or for those thinking of moving here and doing the same, the site is updated with daily reports on job growth and development in the region, and a free weekly e-magazine goes out to subscribers every Thursday. Detroit-based Issue Media Group publishers Brian J. Boyle and Paul Schutt and their fine staff offer a slate of enticing articles and features, such as this recent piece on a green project involving 22 students from Cass Technical High School, and they spotlight growth areas and companies that merit your attention. Also check out its video section, where you’ll find nuggets like the piece about Moo Moo’s healthy food.
All in all, it’s a pleasure to read hopeful news about our state. There is a bonus with this month’s “Arresting” award, as Issue Media Group also publishes — among others — Model D, which zeroes in on the city of Detroit, in addition to Rapid Growth, which showcases Grand Rapids, and Capital Gains, a look at developments in and around Lansing.
Note: Nominations for August are due on Monday, July 28, and I’ll announce the winner on Monday, August 4. Thanks for your participation.
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05.21.08
Posted in The Web, Michigan at 10:01 am by Tim
Just a reminder that nominations for the June “Arresting Site or Blog of the Month” are due next Monday, May 26. Of course, that’s Memorial Day, so get ‘em in before you go on holiday. I’ll announce the winner on Monday, June 2. Learn more about the award, and I look forward to your suggestions.
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04.23.08
Posted in The Web, Michigan, News at 4:03 pm by Tim
…so send ‘em in. I’ll announce the winner of the inaugural award on Monday, May 5. First you’ve heard about this feature on The Pulice Report? Learn more.
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04.16.08
Posted in The Web, Michigan, News at 2:10 pm by Tim
My press release on the inaugural “Arresting Site or Blog of the Month” award, which I’ll give out on May 5, ran this morning on PRWeb. Also feel free to read the original post from earlier this week. Let the nominations roll in. UPDATE (11am): Thanks to Andy McFarlane at Absolute Michigan for the extra publicity this morning on his amazing site.
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04.15.08
Posted in Technology, The Web, Michigan, Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti at 3:54 pm by Tim
What’s this, free Internet service and stronger community? Sounds like a winning combination. Steve Pierce and Brian Robb are working diligently to make this a reality in Ypsilanti, Michigan, and I had the pleasure of hearing them speak recently at my neighborhood association meeting. Wireless Ypsi is calling on businesses and citizens to participate, and they’ve made great strides in recent months. Learn more about the organization, and the Meraki technology it uses.
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04.14.08
Posted in The Web, Michigan, News at 7:29 pm by Tim
I’m pleased to annnounce that a new feature will appear in The Pulice Report, beginning in May: “Arresting Site or Blog of the Month.” (Couldn’t resist that play on words) I’m doing so to help deserving online destinations generate publicity and increase traffic, and I’ll award Web sites and blogs that, like The Pulice Report, have a Michigan theme or connection. Note that I’m the sole judge and jury, so the pressure is on…me. Other criteria include content, layout, timeliness, and wit.
Nominations for May are due on Monday, April 28, and I’ll reveal the inaugural “Arresting Site or Blog of the Month” award winner on Monday, May 5. Sorry, no cash or prizes are involved, but it’s difficult to put a price on extra attention, isn’t it?! I’ll present future winners on the first Monday of each month, with nominations due one week prior. Please e-mail nominations, with 50 words or less on all the great things readers should know about your site or blog. Good luck, and thanks in advance for participating. Read the full press release.
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04.09.08
Posted in Technology, The Web, News at 4:58 pm by Tim
It’s always one of my favorite events of the year: The Webby Awards. Nominations were announced on Tuesday, and the list holds a trove of worthy contenders in categories that range from Art to Youth. There are plenty of familiar faces represented but, as usual, lots of new, rich offerings. I loved visiting Type City and leafing through The Footprint Chronicles. I’m keeping an eye out for nominees with a Michigan connection, so please let me know if you spot one. Enjoy and explore.
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03.26.08
Posted in Books, The Web, Michigan, Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti at 6:24 pm by Tim
It’s nice to see one of my Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti area brethren in the spotlight. As far as I know, I’ve never met Harry Dolan, but he is a finalist for the Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award. Read an excerpt from “Bad Things Happen“ (look for the “Download for Free” tab), then consider voting for Dolan, about whom you can learn more. As I keep saying, there’s plenty of talent here in Michigan, where the news isn’t all about political malfeasance.
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03.21.08
Posted in The Web, Michigan, News, Environment at 6:33 am by Tim
No matter how much I think I know about the Great Lakes, I always learn something new when perusing the pages of the Great Lakes Information Network. I remember coming across the site many years ago, I believe 1997, and being amazed at the sheer number of links and resources that GLIN highlights and points to, whether centered on the environment, the economy, tourism, and more. Be sure to check out its comprehensive Site of the Month section, which has an archive that goes back more than a decade.
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03.07.08
Posted in Business, TV, Technology, The Web at 11:27 pm by Tim
Great chat betweeen these two last night. I had the pleasure of interviewing Anderson in 2006, and found the man utterly brilliant.
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