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Rep. Cavitt secures increased state funding for education and infrastructure in Northeast Michigan

By F. K. Keen | Oct 22, 2025

State Representative Cam Cavitt announced that the recently finalized state budget includes more than $43 million in funding increases for Northeast Michigan.

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Sen. Bellino to hold office hours in Morenci on October 24

By F. K. Keen | Oct 22, 2025

Senator Joseph Bellino has announced that he will hold office hours in Morenci on October 24.

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M-72 detour set Oct. 20–21 for roundabout paving in Traverse City

By F. K. Keen | Oct 16, 2025

M-72 traffic in Traverse City will be detoured for two days next week to allow paving work at the new roundabout at the M-72/M-22 intersection.

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Webber urges restoration of deleted patient rights data by Michigan health department

By F. K. Keen | Oct 16, 2025

Senator Michael Webber, Minority Vice Chair of the Senate Committee on Health Policy, has called on the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to restore public data on recipient rights complaints that was recently removed from...

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Small Michigan manufacturer reports $1 million loss due to tariffs supported by Mike Rogers

By F. K. Keen | Oct 16, 2025

In a recent interview with WBUR, Gabe Modert, owner of Industrial Service and Design in Williamston, Michigan, discussed the significant impact that tariffs have had on his small manufacturing business.

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Rep. Wortz supports new state budget with focus on accountability and infrastructure

By F. K. Keen | Oct 16, 2025

State Representative Jennifer Wortz supported the recent state budget agreement, which passed both legislative chambers and is now awaiting the governor’s signature.

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Rep. Bohnak secures $3 million in state funds for Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport

By F. K. Keen | Oct 16, 2025

State Representative Karl Bohnak has announced that he secured $3 million in state funding for the Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport.

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John James silent on GOP debate participation amid questions over Medicaid and Epstein files

By F. K. Keen | Oct 16, 2025

John James, a candidate for Michigan governor, has not confirmed whether he will participate in the three upcoming gubernatorial primary debates organized by the Michigan Republican Party.

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Rep. Woolford announces $1 million state grant for Devereaux American Legion Post 141

By F. K. Keen | Oct 16, 2025

State Representative Jason Woolford (R-Howell) has announced that $1 million in state funding has been approved to improve infrastructure at the Devereaux American Legion Post 141.

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Indian Trails recognized as top US bus service for 2025 by USA Today

By F. K. Keen | Oct 16, 2025

Indian Trails, a Michigan-based intercity motorcoach carrier, has been named the top bus service in the United States for 2025 by USA Today.

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Hunters Feeding Michigan sets record with 140,000 pounds of donated venison in 2025

By F. K. Keen | Oct 16, 2025

Hunters Feeding Michigan, a program operated by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, processed 140,000 pounds of donated venison during the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025.

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Trump administration may cancel $500M Michigan auto grant opposed by Mike Rogers

By F. K. Keen | Oct 16, 2025

A recent report from The Detroit News indicates that the Trump Administration may use the ongoing federal government shutdown to cancel over $1 billion in federal grants intended for GM and Stellantis, with $800 million potentially affecting...

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Michigan faces economic and service disruptions as federal government shutdown continues

By F. K. Keen | Oct 16, 2025

For ten days, the federal government has remained shut down, impacting a range of services and economic sectors in Michigan.

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Meridian Road at M-43 to close Oct. 20 for intersection rebuilding in Ingham County

By F. K. Keen | Oct 15, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced that Meridian Road at M-43 in Ingham County will be closed starting Monday, October 20, as crews begin work to rebuild the intersection.

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Nesbitt criticizes Democrats for not voting on resolution honoring Charlie Kirk

By F. K. Keen | Oct 14, 2025

Senate Democrats in Michigan declined to take up a resolution introduced by Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt on Tuesday.

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DNR reminds hunters of safety rules and announces Winter Wonderland registration

By F. K. Keen | Oct 14, 2025

Registering is now open for the Winter Wonderland event, which will take place from January 7 to 9, 2026.

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Northbound I-75 lanes set to reopen after Zilwaukee Bridge maintenance

By F. K. Keen | Oct 13, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced that all lanes of northbound I-75 on the Zilwaukee Bridge in Saginaw County are scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, October 14.

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Cut River Bridge inspections to close US-2 in Mackinac County from Oct. 27-31

By F. K. Keen | Oct 13, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will conduct inspections on the Heath M. Robinson Memorial Cut River Bridge along US-2 in Mackinac County from October 27 to October 31.

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Whitmer signs education budget extending free school meals for all Michigan students

By F. K. Keen | Oct 13, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced that Michigan will continue to provide free school meals for all public school students as part of the state's fiscal year 2026 education budget.

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MDOT begins storm sewer project at Detroit riverfront to support environmental goals

By F. K. Keen | Oct 12, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will begin construction on a new storm sewer outfall at the Detroit riverfront on October 13.