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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.

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Three GOP candidates oppose Michigan's bipartisan state budget

By F. K. Keen | Oct 10, 2025

Despite the recent passage of Michigan's state budget with significant bipartisan support, three Republican candidates for governor have voiced their opposition to the measure.

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Michigan shoppers cite higher prices amid debate over Mike Rogers' tariff policies

By F. K. Keen | Oct 10, 2025

Shoppers in Michigan are reporting higher prices on a range of goods, which some attribute to tariffs supported by former GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers.

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Republican gubernatorial primary grows competitive as John James faces criticism

By F. K. Keen | Oct 10, 2025

John James, who finished fourth in the 2025 Mackinac Island Republican gubernatorial straw poll, is facing challenges as the Republican primary for governor becomes more competitive.

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Michigan DNR citizens' advisory councils to meet jointly Oct. 8 in Houghton

By F. K. Keen | Oct 10, 2025

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold a joint meeting of its Eastern and Western Upper Peninsula Citizens’ Advisory Councils on Wednesday, October 8.

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M-123 overpass repairs at I-75 postponed; work now expected in 2026

By F. K. Keen | Oct 10, 2025

Substructure repairs on the M-123 overpass at I-75 in Mackinac County, originally scheduled to begin next week, have been delayed.

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Senator Huizenga supports Michigan’s 2026 budget focusing on families and education

By F. K. Keen | Oct 10, 2025

Senator Mark Huizenga of Walker has issued a statement following his vote in favor of the final passage of Michigan’s fiscal year 2026 state budget.

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Secretary Benson visits Flint clinic aiding driver’s license restoration

By F. K. Keen | Oct 9, 2025

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson visited Flint on Wednesday to observe a Road to Restoration clinic, where Michigan Department of State staff and volunteer attorneys assisted residents seeking to restore their driving privileges.

Northbound I-75 lane closure for M-123 overpass repairs begins Oct. 9 in Mackinac County

By F. K. Keen | Oct 8, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will begin repairs on the M-123 overpass at I-75 in Mackinac County starting October 9, 2025.

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Northbound US-127 ramp closure set for sign truss installation in Lansing

By F. K. Keen | Oct 6, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced that it will close the northbound US-127 ramp to eastbound I-96 and conduct intermittent closures on US-127 between Holt Road and I-96 for sign truss installation.

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Michigan Democrats raise concerns over Southfield city clerk candidate's ties to 2020 lawsuit

By F. K. Keen | Oct 6, 2025

In the race for Southfield city clerk, Gabi Grossbard is running as a candidate whose past actions and affiliations have raised concerns among local Democrats.

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Michigan lawmakers approve reduced state budget with major increase in road funding

By F. K. Keen | Oct 6, 2025

Upper Peninsula lawmakers have released the details of Michigan's newly finalized state budget and road funding agreement, following an extension beyond the original deadline.

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Rep. Donni Steele announces record local road funding in new state budget

By F. K. Keen | Oct 6, 2025

State Representative Donni Steele, who leads the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State and Local Transportation, announced that Michigan will allocate nearly $2 billion in ongoing local road funding following the passage of the state budget.