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News from October 2025

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U.S. Chamber seeks business input on new $100,000 H-1B visa fee

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 16, 2025

The U.S. Chamber is considering ways to challenge a new Presidential Proclamation that imposes a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas.

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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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Michigan DNR urges caution as crews monitor Benzie Road Fire hot spots

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 16, 2025

Crews from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources are continuing to address hot spots at the Benzie Road Fire in Roscommon County, which has now been fully contained after burning 101 acres.

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Michigan Rehabilitation Services honors advocates during annual Champion Awards ceremony

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 16, 2025

Fourteen individuals and four businesses in Michigan were recognized for their commitment to supporting people with disabilities at the 17th annual Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) Champion Awards ceremony.

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Senator Webber schedules local office hour for constituents on October 24

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 16, 2025

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Buffalo Reef dredging resumes as part of multi-agency effort to combat stamp sand threat

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 16, 2025

Dredging operations are scheduled to resume this summer at Grand Traverse Harbor in Houghton County as part of ongoing efforts to protect Buffalo Reef from encroaching stamp sand mining waste.

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Michigan Democratic Party chair calls for safe return of member detained during Gaza aid mission

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 16, 2025

State Central Committee member Huwaida Arraf, a civil rights attorney from Macomb County, was detained by the Israeli military while taking part in the Freedom Flotilla.

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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. Pavlov supports temporary funding measure to avoid Michigan government shutdown

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 16, 2025

State Representative Joseph Pavlov voted in favor of legislation this week to prevent a shutdown of Michigan’s state government.

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Rep. Pavlov seeks expanded educational support for National Guard families

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 16, 2025

State Representative Joseph Pavlov testified before the House Education & Workforce Committee in support of House Bill 4813, which aims to assist military children with educational transitions after relocating to Michigan.

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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. Roth secures $2.9 million for United We Smile dental clinic

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 16, 2025

State Representative John Roth has secured $2.9 million in state funding for United We Smile, a dental clinic operated by United Way of Northwest Michigan.

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Wildfire near Houghton Lake burns 85 acres; authorities warn of extreme fire risk

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 16, 2025

Firefighters are working to contain a wildfire near Houghton Lake in Roscommon County, Michigan, as fire danger remains extremely high across much of the Lower Peninsula.

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Mackinac Straits Corridor Authority announces Oct. 17 public meeting in St. Ignace

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 16, 2025

The Mackinac Straits Corridor Authority (MSCA) is scheduled to hold a public meeting on October 17 in St. Ignace, Michigan.

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Michigan offers grants for aquatic invasive species education through Clean Boats program

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 16, 2025

The Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters program has announced the availability of $35,000 in grant funding for its sixth season.

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Duggan downplays impact of Trump-era Medicaid cuts as Democrats raise concerns

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 16, 2025

More than 700,000 Michigan residents are expected to lose their health care coverage following Medicaid cuts tied to former President Donald Trump’s policies, according to recent reporting from the Detroit Metro Times.

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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.