Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer
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U.S. and Michigan flags lowered statewide through Nov. 20 in honor of Dick Cheney
U.S. and Michigan flags across the state will remain at half-staff through sunset on November 20, 2025, following the death of former Vice President Dick Cheney.
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Operation Safe Neighborhoods removes over 900 illegal guns across Michigan
More than 900 illegal firearms have been removed from Michigan streets as part of Operation Safe Neighborhoods, according to an announcement made by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Colonel James Grady, and Director Heidi Washington.
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Redevelopment planned for historic Lake Orion High School with new housing units
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced a redevelopment project in Lake Orion that will transform the historic 1927 Lake Orion High School into residential housing and community space.
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Whitmer appoints Cheryl Sweeney as Monroe County Probate Court judge
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has appointed Cheryl Sweeney to serve on the Monroe County Probate Court.
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Michigan state agencies report negative impacts from federal tariffs across multiple sectors
State departments in Michigan have released reports showing that federal tariffs are increasing prices across multiple sectors, raising concerns for families, businesses, and workers.
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Whitmer signs bipartisan laws advancing environmental protection and support for National Guard
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed a series of bipartisan bills aimed at protecting Michigan’s environment and supporting clean water, air, and land throughout the state.
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Governor Whitmer orders flags lowered statewide to honor former Vice President Dick Cheney
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has directed that U.S. and Michigan flags at the State Capitol Complex and on all public buildings and grounds across Michigan be lowered to half-staff in honor of former Vice President Dick Cheney, following federal law.
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Medical technology expansion brings over 100 new jobs to Oakland County
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that medical technology companies ptMantra and Youngsoft will expand their operations in Wixom, Oakland County.
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OpenAI Stargate project brings record investment and thousands of jobs to Michigan
Michigan has been chosen as the site for a major new project by OpenAI, Oracle, and Related Digital.
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Whitmer leads coalition urging White House action on SNAP during government shutdown
Yesterday, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer led 21 governors in sending a letter to the White House urging action to prevent disruption of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the ongoing federal government shutdown.
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Michigan allocates $4.5 million amid federal SNAP pause due to government shutdown
The State of Michigan has announced a $4.5 million allocation to the Food Bank Council of Michigan in response to the upcoming pause in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.
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Whitmer announces funding for redevelopment projects adding housing & commercial space in Hamtramck & Alpena
Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) have announced two new redevelopment projects in Hamtramck and Alpena, supported by the Revitalization and Placemaking (RAP) program.
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Whitmer announces funding for housing projects and startup support across multiple counties
Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Strategic Fund Board have announced new initiatives to support housing, innovation, and manufacturing across Michigan.
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Whitmer announces grants for road repairs in 39 small Michigan communities
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced that 39 villages and small cities in Michigan will receive grants for road repairs through the Community Service Infrastructure Fund (CSIF) Category B program.
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Governor Whitmer announces new appointments across multiple state boards
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced a series of appointments and reappointments to several state boards and commissions.
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Whitmer signs directive expanding affordable housing outreach for young residents
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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Whitmer signs bipartisan $2B annual road funding plan for Michigan
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced that Michigan’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget will allocate nearly $2 billion annually to repair state and local roads.
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Governor Whitmer orders flags lowered to honor former Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has directed that U.S. and Michigan flags at the State Capitol Complex be lowered to half-staff on Wednesday, October 22, to honor the late former Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick.
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Whitmer proclaims Free School Lunch Week as part of education funding plan
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has declared October 13-17 as Free School Lunch Week in Michigan.
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Whitmer signs bipartisan Michigan budget securing $2.7 billion for core Medicaid services
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced that Michigan’s fiscal year 2026 budget will protect $2.7 billion in federal funding for core Medicaid services, aiming to ensure continued access to health care for millions of residents across the state.