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News from September 2025

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Michigan Democratic Party criticizes Mike Rogers over comments on rising costs

By Y. S. Spence | Sep 30, 2025

As the 2026 Senate race in Michigan approaches, Republican candidate Mike Rogers is facing criticism for his comments and policy positions related to rising costs for families.

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Percentage of white students ready for college grows in Potterville Public Schools in 2023-24 school year compared to previous school year

By T. M. Preciado | Sep 30, 2025

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

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Webber criticizes Michigan DHHS after audit finds failures in protecting psychiatric patient rights

By D. R. Lanham | Sep 30, 2025

Senator Michael Webber has voiced strong criticism of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) following the release of an audit by the Office of the Auditor General.

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Michigan leaders announce bipartisan deal on full state budget

By F. K. Keen | Sep 30, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks, and House Speaker Matt Hall announced that the Michigan Legislature has reached a bipartisan agreement to pass a full state budget this week.

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MDOT continues $3.2 million resurfacing project on M-29 in New Baltimore

By Y. S. Spence | Sep 30, 2025

Crews are continuing work to resurface M-29 (Green Street) in New Baltimore, Macomb County.

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Barrett pledges to defer pay if government shuts down over budget impasse

By M. N. Williams | Sep 30, 2025

Congressman Tom Barrett of Michigan’s 7th Congressional District has instructed the House of Representatives to withhold his salary if a federal government shutdown occurs at midnight.

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Whitmer announces statewide investments including housing units job creation after overseas business trips

By F. K. Keen | Sep 30, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced more than $220 million in new investments across Michigan, including support for 90 new housing units in Bay City and the creation of at least 800 jobs.

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Whitmer signs bipartisan bill extending deadline for Michigan property interest claims

By Y. S. Spence | Sep 30, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed House Bill 4524 into law, a measure aimed at giving Michigan property owners additional time to protect their property rights and providing clearer rules for land and home ownership.

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Michigan Democrats criticize GOP over government shutdown impact on health care

By D. R. Lanham | Sep 30, 2025

Michigan Democratic Party leaders have criticized former President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans for their role in a federal government shutdown.

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Wyandotte man faces trial for alleged embezzlement from auto transport company

By I. J. Gardner | Sep 30, 2025

Jason Garza, a 45-year-old resident of Wyandotte, has been ordered to stand trial in Wayne County’s 3rd Circuit Court on ten felony charges.

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Michigan Democrats criticize Nesbitt over claims about rural health care amid Medicaid cut concerns

By D. R. Lanham | Sep 29, 2025

With as many as 700,000 Michigan residents facing the loss of their health care coverage and several hospitals in rural areas struggling to remain open, recent statements by State Senator Aric Nesbitt have come under scrutiny.

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MDOT schedules public meeting for Warner Creek culvert project in Marquette County

By D. R. Lanham | Sep 29, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has scheduled a public meeting to discuss an upcoming construction project on M-35 over Warner Creek, located north of Palmer in Marquette County.

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Michigan Democratic Party launches ‘Price Hike Mike’ campaign targeting Senate candidate

By Y. S. Spence | Sep 29, 2025

The Michigan Democratic Party has introduced a new campaign called “Price Hike Mike,” aimed at drawing attention to the economic policies of Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers.

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Michigan launches first community growth academy cohort focused on economic transition

By L. C. Betz | Sep 29, 2025

The Michigan Community & Worker Economic Transition Office has chosen 10 organizations to participate in the first Community Growth Academy.

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Michigan DOT installs signs on I-96 ramps reminding drivers about stop bar rules

By F. K. Keen | Sep 29, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is installing temporary electronic signs at entrance ramps along the I-96 Flex Route in Oakland County.

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House Republicans’ earmark transparency rules adopted by Senate Democrats

By D. R. Lanham | Sep 29, 2025

House Republicans’ transparency requirements for earmarks have been adopted by Senate Democrats as part of ongoing budget negotiations at the state Capitol.

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Rep. Roth introduces bipartisan bill package targeting fertility fraud in Michigan

By Y. S. Spence | Sep 29, 2025

State Representative John Roth has reintroduced a bipartisan legislative plan aimed at addressing fertility fraud and protecting women’s healthcare in Michigan.

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Rep. Bohnak recognizes Marquette United Steelworkers during Lansing visit

By D. R. Lanham | Sep 29, 2025

State Representative Karl Bohnak, a Republican from Deerton, recently welcomed members of the Marquette United Steelworkers to Lansing.

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Rep. Cam Cavitt reschedules office hours due to state budget talks

By F. K. Keen | Sep 29, 2025

State Representative Cam Cavitt, a Republican from Cheboygan, has announced new dates for his local office hours in Indian River and Fairview.

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M-32 in Alpena to close for maintenance with detour set from Sept. 23–26

By F. K. Keen | Sep 29, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will carry out maintenance work on M-32 (Washington Avenue) in Alpena from Ripley Street to 2nd Avenue, starting Wednesday, September 23, 2025.