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News from October 2025

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Rep. Jenkins-Arno secures $12 million for Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute expansion

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 22, 2025

State Representative Nancy Jenkins-Arno has announced the allocation of $12 million in state funding for the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute (SBWI) in Adrian.

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Runestad warns against erosion of free speech in op-ed

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 22, 2025

State Senator Jim Runestad has expressed concern over what he sees as increasing restrictions on political participation and free speech in other countries, while highlighting the openness of the American political system.

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Senator Roger Victory announces over $25 million for West Michigan infrastructure

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 22, 2025

Senator Roger Victory has announced that more than $25 million in state funding will be directed to infrastructure and public safety projects in West Michigan.

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Portage Lake Lift Bridge to undergo routine inspections with lane closures next week

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 22, 2025

Crews from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will conduct routine inspections on the Portage Lake Lift Bridge, which connects Houghton and Hancock.

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Michigan opens applications for $29M workforce training grants under Going PRO Talent Fund

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 22, 2025

Applications are now open for Michigan businesses to apply for $29 million in grants through the Going PRO Talent Fund, according to an announcement from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO).

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Senator Lindsey opposes proposed Michigan health education standards including gender ideology

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 22, 2025

Senator Jonathan Lindsey has expressed his opposition to proposed health education standards being considered by the Michigan State Board of Education.

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Michigan Democratic Party urges GOP leaders to denounce hateful messages from young Republicans

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 22, 2025

Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel has called on Michigan Republican leaders, including Mike Rogers and John James, to publicly denounce antisemitic and racist messages linked to the Michigan Young Republicans.

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Lake Gogebic State Park day-use and boat access site to close temporarily for electrical work

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 22, 2025

The day-use area and boating access site at Lake Gogebic State Park will be closed from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Daylight Time on Wednesday.

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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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Whitmer signs bipartisan $2B annual road funding plan for Michigan

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 22, 2025

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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I-94 in St. Clair County to close Oct. 19 for DTE Energy utility work

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 22, 2025

DTE Energy crews are scheduled to conduct overhead utility work south of Interstate 94 at Gratiot Road, near the Marysville Exit 266 in St. Clair County.

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Bureau of Services for Blind Persons honors individuals and organizations at annual awards

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 22, 2025

Nine individuals and five organizations were recognized by the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP) at its annual Excellence Awards ceremony held in Kalamazoo.

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Rep. Wortz helps secure $609K in state funds for Bronson wastewater upgrade

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 22, 2025

State Representative Jennifer Wortz and Bronson city officials have announced the allocation of $609,000 in state funding for the replacement of the ultraviolet (UV) disinfection system at the City of Bronson’s wastewater treatment facility.

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Runestad proposes changes to Michigan’s rulemaking oversight process

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 22, 2025

Senator Jim Runestad has introduced new legislation aimed at reforming the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) in 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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Grand Ledge Public Schools SAT Performance: How many white students set for college in 2023-24 school year?

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 21, 2025

White students' college readiness declined in Grand Ledge Public Schools during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

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Sen. candidate Mike Rogers: Democrats are 'failing kids, failing parents, and failing our state'

By M. N. Hunter | Oct 21, 2025

Mike Rogers, a U.S. Senate candidate in Michigan, said at an October 11 Mecosta County dinner that Michigan Democrats have negatively impacted K–12 students by prioritizing indoctrination over education in the state's schools.

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Governor Whitmer orders flags lowered to honor former Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 21, 2025

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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Sen. Elissa Slotkin calls for action on health care, classroom cell phone bans, and congressional negotiations

By M. N. Williams | Oct 21, 2025

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Michigan's Road to Restoration program assists over 4,100 residents with license recovery in 2025

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 21, 2025

The Michigan Department of State (MDOS) has concluded the fourth year of its Road to Restoration program, which helps residents regain their driver’s licenses.