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Bellino votes against Michigan budget citing business taxes and local government cuts

By F. K. Keen | Oct 6, 2025

Senator Joseph Bellino voted against Michigan’s fiscal year 2026 budget plan, expressing concern over increased taxes on businesses and significant cuts to local government funding.

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Bill introduced to allow homeschoolers access to public school extracurricular activities

By F. K. Keen | Oct 4, 2025

Senator Joseph Bellino has introduced a bill in the Michigan Senate aimed at allowing homeschooled students to participate in extracurricular activities at their local public schools. “This is about fairness and opportunity,” said Bellino,...

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Nesbitt votes against bipartisan Michigan budget as GOP primary shifts right

By F. K. Keen | Oct 3, 2025

Republican gubernatorial candidate Aric Nesbitt was among a small group of five Republican senators who opposed Michigan’s new state budget, which passed with bipartisan support.

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MDOT schedules public hearing on new rules for roadside facilities

By F. K. Keen | Oct 3, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will hold a virtual public hearing to discuss proposed administrative rules for state-maintained roadside facilities.

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Michigan Legislature passes bipartisan 2026 budget focused on education funding and healthcare

By F. K. Keen | Oct 3, 2025

Democrats in the Michigan Legislature have passed a bipartisan state budget for the 2026 fiscal year, focusing on maintaining essential services and countering anticipated federal funding cuts.

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Michigan Democrats highlight key provisions in new state budget

By F. K. Keen | Oct 3, 2025

With the recent approval of Michigan's state budget, Democratic leaders in Lansing have announced measures aimed at supporting families, seniors, and workers across the state.

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Tree removal project set for US-131 north of Walloon Lake beginning October 6

By F. K. Keen | Oct 2, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will begin a tree removal project along US-131 starting October 6, 2025.

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Michigan Democratic Party criticizes Mike Rogers over comments on inflation

By F. K. Keen | Oct 2, 2025

Failed Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers has made statements denying that Michigan families are facing higher costs due to inflation and tariffs, according to comments reported by Automotive News.

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Whitmer announces Canadian tech investments totaling over $2.5 million for job growth

By F. K. Keen | Oct 1, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that three Canadian companies plan to invest over $2.5 million in Michigan, creating more than 50 jobs.

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Henry Joy Boulevard closing at I-94 in Macomb County for bridge repairs

By F. K. Keen | Oct 1, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will close Henry Joy Boulevard at I-94 in Macomb County starting October 6 to complete repairs on the westbound I-94 bridge.

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Whitmer signs continuation budget as Michigan legislature works toward finalizing fiscal plan

By F. K. Keen | Oct 1, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed a continuation budget to keep Michigan's government running while lawmakers work to finalize the state's full fiscal year budget.

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Michigan leaders announce bipartisan deal on full state budget

By F. K. Keen | Sep 30, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks, and House Speaker Matt Hall announced that the Michigan Legislature has reached a bipartisan agreement to pass a full state budget this week.

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Whitmer announces statewide investments including housing units job creation after overseas business trips

By F. K. Keen | Sep 30, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced more than $220 million in new investments across Michigan, including support for 90 new housing units in Bay City and the creation of at least 800 jobs.

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Michigan DOT installs signs on I-96 ramps reminding drivers about stop bar rules

By F. K. Keen | Sep 29, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is installing temporary electronic signs at entrance ramps along the I-96 Flex Route in Oakland County.

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Rep. Cam Cavitt reschedules office hours due to state budget talks

By F. K. Keen | Sep 29, 2025

State Representative Cam Cavitt, a Republican from Cheboygan, has announced new dates for his local office hours in Indian River and Fairview.

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M-32 in Alpena to close for maintenance with detour set from Sept. 23–26

By F. K. Keen | Sep 29, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will carry out maintenance work on M-32 (Washington Avenue) in Alpena from Ripley Street to 2nd Avenue, starting Wednesday, September 23, 2025.

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I-75 culvert repair prompts weekend closure of Saginaw Road in Oakland County

By F. K. Keen | Sep 29, 2025

Southbound Saginaw Road/Dixie Highway near I-75 in Clarkston, Michigan, will be closed from 10 a.m. on Friday, October 3, to 5 a.m. on Monday, October 6, for culvert repairs as part of the ongoing I-75 road and bridge project between M-15...

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Michigan Democratic Party launches campaign targeting Mike Rogers over economic policies

By F. K. Keen | Sep 29, 2025

The Michigan Democratic Party has introduced a new campaign, “Price Hike Mike,” aimed at drawing attention to Senate candidate Mike Rogers and his economic policies.

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Michigan legislators urge U.S. Senate to pass funding bill to avoid shutdown

By F. K. Keen | Sep 27, 2025

Senator Roger Victory and other Michigan legislators have sent a letter to the U.S. Senate, urging lawmakers to approve a short-term funding extension that would prevent a federal government shutdown. “A federal government shutdown would halt the...

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US-41 road repairs set to begin October 6 between Marquette and Harvey

By F. K. Keen | Sep 26, 2025

Contractors working for the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will begin repairs on US-41/M-28 between the Carp River in Marquette and Cherry Creek Road in Harvey, Marquette County, starting Monday, October 6.