As a result of an unexpected incident at a Gas Compressor station this morning in Southeast Michigan, we are asking customers to temporarily reduce natural gas usage at this time. Details: bit.ly/2HHWcCA.

.MI Public Service Commission Chairman Sally Talberg urges Michiganians to be mindful of gas use after Consumers Energy gas compressor station incident.

UPDATE: Industrial customers like GM plan mass shutdowns of operations served by Consumers Energy after plea to reduce gas use after fire damaged pumping station, promting emergency alert: trib.al/hKeAhBL

Heat interruptions possible if residents don’t turn down thermostats, utility says bit.ly/2DKYA7S

To all Michiganders: We truly thank you for your help and patience during this time of need.

So a couple of reminders: Yes, the sun is out, but it still feels like -27 out there. Yes, the roads look clear but they are not. We are seeing drivers going way too fast and crashing Yes, please turn your thermostat to 65. Grab a blanket! Or a hoodie. You’ll be fine! #MIREADY

LEAP was proud to join our partners at Consumers Energy earlier this week in Chicago to accept the Mid America EDC Deal of the Year Award for MWC in St. Johns, along with representatives from MI Ag & Rural Dev & Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Read more: midamericaedc.org/events-and-pro…

New funding source being offered to downtown and other Lansing area small businesses in need of relief during these challenging times! LEAP Michigan Economic Development Corporation purelansing.com/businessrelief…

LEAP is currently reviewing nearly 2,000 applications for 60 $10K grants through funds allocated by Governor Gretchen Whitmer through Michigan Economic Development Corporation's Small Business Relief Program (MSRBP). Today, LEAP has also immediately transitioned to opening the MSBRP loan application for the Lansing region. 1/3

Michigan small businesses impacted by #COVID19 may now apply for $349 billion in loans through the SBA Paycheck Protection Program, helping to ensure that workers at impacted businesses will continue to receive a paycheck. Learn more and apply at MIpaycheckprotection.com.

Learn how to take advantage of the U.S. Small Business Administration Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) - join us Monday 04/06 morning to get your questions answered: dykema.com/resources-even…

We have a special ask. If you have a power outage and see crews in your neighborhood, keep two distances in mind. Stay at least 25 ft away from downed wires and give our crews at least 6 ft of distance so we can all go home safely. consumersenergy.com/outages/safety…

#Socialdistancing is part of the job each day, every day. Our crews make sure to stay 6ft. away from customers and ask that you do the same. If you see a crew working or crew member in your area, please allow 6 ft. for safety. #PoweringThruTogether consumersenergy.com/business/busin…

Michigan continues to rise in national business rankings, moving up three spots to no. 16 in @AreaDevelopment's 2020 "Top States for Doing Business." Read more: puremi.ch/32X9W3F | #MichiganBusiness #EconDev

❤ Local, #SupportLocalMI.

🚨 Attention all shoppers! 🚨 Our Town is back! We’re committing another $350,000 to local chambers of commerce for their gift card programs so you have more to spend locally. Find a list of participating communities: facebook.com/ConsumersEnerg…

#Economix2023 - this is fitting for all in Economic Development roles. ❤️ Inspiring work Bee Downtown!

If you don't get involved in the #planning of your #city it will be planned for you. Much of it already has been. bit.ly/2vcR7af