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In recent communications, Senator Elissa Slotkin highlighted pivotal milestones from her first 100 days in the Senate and her commitment to Michigan's agricultural community.

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Saturday, April 26: Holt High School standout Jadyn Joseph’s college team wins to Roosevelt Lakers

The Ferris State Bulldogs won 5-2 in their NCAA Division II softball game against the Roosevelt Lakers on Saturday, April 26.

Saturday, April 26: Okemos High School standout Brenlie Bartlett’s college team loses to Monmouth Fighting Scots

The game took place at Monmouth College Softball Field.

Saturday, April 26: Holt High School standout Jadyn Joseph’s college team wins to Roosevelt Lakers

The game took place at The Dome at Parkway Bank Sports Complex.

Brenlie Bartlett, former Okemos High School standout, played on Saturday, April 26 in NCAA Division III softball game

The Knox Prairie Fire lost 8-0 in their NCAA Division III softball game against the Monmouth Fighting Scots on Saturday, April 26.

2022: Ingham County aging and government transfer dependency trends

By Capitol News | Apr 26, 2025

Ingham County’s older population has grown in the past decade, and so has the share of income from Social Security and Medicare.

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Capitol News area weekly mass times

By Capitol News | Apr 26, 2025

The following parishes in the Capitol News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Which former Capitol News area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, April 29?

By Capitol News | Apr 26, 2025

These former Capitol News area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, April 29.

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Which former Capitol News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, April 28?

By Capitol News | Apr 25, 2025

These former Capitol News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, April 28.

Federal funding cuts hinder NIH-backed child health study, disrupting crucial research

Michigan State University is facing a potential setback in its long-term child health study due to proposed federal funding cuts. Dr. Jean Kerver, a researcher at MSU, leads a significant study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH),...

Congressman Tom Barrett comments on healthcare, trucking, and military in mid-Michigan

Congressman Tom Barrett participated in recent events across mid-Michigan, emphasizing community health, transportation, and military support.

NIH-funded child health study faces financial hurdles amid potential budget cuts

Michigan State University researcher Jean Kerver leads a significant study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to examine environmental impacts on child health.

Ingham County: Medicare transfers accounted for 5.3% of income in 2022

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 5.3% of income in Ingham County, providing an average of $2,610 per capita to residents.

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Which former Capitol News area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, April 27?

These former Capitol News area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, April 27.

Senator Elissa Slotkin calls for accountability and highlights Coast Guard role

Senator Elissa Slotkin, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Michigan, addressed issues involving Secretary Hegseth and highlighted the vital efforts of the Coast Guard in Michigan.

Jadyn Joseph, former Holt High School standout, played on Tuesday, April 22 in NCAA Division II softball game

The game took place at FSU Softball Field.

Jadyn Joseph, former Holt High School standout, played on Tuesday, April 22 in NCAA Division II softball game

The Ferris State Bulldogs lost 3-2 in their NCAA Division II softball game against the Wayne State Warriors on Tuesday, April 22.

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Which former Capitol News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, April 26?