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Ann Arbor businesses cite rising costs as tariffs backed by Mike Rogers take effect

By F. K. Keen | Oct 25, 2025

Ann Arbor business owners are reporting increased costs due to tariffs supported by Senate candidate Mike Rogers, according to a recent CBS News Detroit segment.

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Senator Bellino schedules Carleton office hours to meet with local residents

By F. K. Keen | Oct 25, 2025

Senator Joseph Bellino will hold office hours in Carleton on Monday, November 3, to meet with residents of his district.

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Mike Rogers faces scrutiny over donation linked to Florida prostitution sting

By F. K. Keen | Oct 24, 2025

LANSING — Recent reporting from The ‘Gander indicates that Mike Rogers, a former GOP Senate candidate, accepted a $12,000 campaign donation from John W. Childs.

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State Rep. Joseph Pavlov urges respect for parental rights in Michigan sex education debate

By F. K. Keen | Oct 24, 2025

State Representative Joseph Pavlov, a former teacher, spoke at the latest Michigan State Board of Education meeting to advocate for parental rights and local control in sex education.

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Senate Republicans urge Governor Whitmer to remove top Michigan State Police officials

By F. K. Keen | Oct 23, 2025

Ten Republican members of the Michigan Senate have formally called on Governor Gretchen Whitmer to remove Michigan State Police Director Col.

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Whitmer signs directive expanding affordable housing outreach for young residents

By F. K. Keen | Oct 22, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed an executive directive aimed at increasing awareness of Michigan’s affordable housing programs, with a particular focus on younger residents.

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I-94/US-127 ramp repairs in Jackson rescheduled for late October

By F. K. Keen | Oct 22, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced that pavement repairs on the westbound I-94 at the Airport Road bridge and the westbound ramps at the US-127/I-94 interchange in Jackson have been rescheduled.

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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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Portage Lake Lift Bridge inspections to cause brief traffic delays Oct. 20-24

By F. K. Keen | Oct 17, 2025

Crews from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will conduct routine inspections on the Portage Lake Lift Bridge connecting Houghton and Hancock starting Monday, October 20.

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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...