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Mackinac Center expresses condolences after death of Nathan Martin

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 30, 2025

The Mackinac Center for Public Policy has announced the passing of Nathan Martin, the son of Tammy Martin, who was involved in the lawsuit Martin v. Michigan Employment Relations Commission.

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Bellino introduces bills targeting state film office as part of plan against corporate handouts

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 30, 2025

Senator Joseph Bellino has introduced a set of six bills in the Michigan Senate aimed at eliminating the state’s film office and shifting the approach to economic development.

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Whitmer leads coalition urging White House action on SNAP during government shutdown

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 30, 2025

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 House advances bills supporting small modular nuclear reactor technology

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 30, 2025

Michigan lawmakers have approved a series of bills in the House aimed at promoting small modular reactor (SMR) technology, which is seen as a new and scalable approach to nuclear energy.

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Michigan allocates $4.5 million amid federal SNAP pause due to government shutdown

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 30, 2025

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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Michigan lawmakers advance emergency funds for food aid amid federal shutdown

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 30, 2025

The Michigan Catholic Conference has expressed support for a recent decision by the state Senate to approve funding aimed at continuing food assistance for families and children in need.

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Senator Roger Victory schedules budget update town hall for district residents

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 30, 2025

Senator Roger Victory has announced a budget update town hall for residents of Michigan’s 31st Senate District.

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Who are the ex-high school stars from Lansing Metro area competing on Sunday, Nov. 2?

By M. G. Mason | Oct 30, 2025

These ex-Lansing Metro area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Sunday, Nov. 2.

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Michigan Democratic Party criticizes Mike Rogers over mispronunciation and residency issues

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 29, 2025

Failed Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers has drawn attention for mispronouncing the name of Lapeer County in Michigan during a campaign video released earlier this month.

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M-81 in Caro to close for railroad crossing replacement from Nov. 10–23

By F. K. Keen | Oct 29, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced that M-81 in Caro, Tuscola County will be closed from November 10 to November 23, 2025.

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Whitmer announces funding for redevelopment projects adding housing & commercial space in Hamtramck & Alpena

By F. K. Keen | Oct 29, 2025

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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Barrett leads bipartisan push to keep Selfridge A–10 jets until arrival of F–15EX

By M. N. Williams | Oct 29, 2025

Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) has led a bipartisan initiative to prevent the early retirement of A-10 fighter jets stationed at Michigan’s Selfridge Air National Guard Base.

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Mackinac Center names David Guenthner as new head of Workers for Opportunity

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 29, 2025

David Guenthner has been promoted to executive director of Workers for Opportunity, an initiative led by the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.

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I-496 exit ramp closure at Creyts Road rescheduled by Michigan Department of Transportation

By F. K. Keen | Oct 29, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced a change in the schedule for pavement warranty work on I-496 in Eaton County.

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College readiness in Okemos Public Schools differed among races in school in 2023-24 school year

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 29, 2025

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

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Federal court halts defunding of sexual health education over gender identity policies

By D. T. Byrd | Oct 29, 2025

A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump Administration from withholding funding for teen reproductive and sexual health education programs due to language that recognizes all young peoples’ gender identities.

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Attorneys general file court briefs supporting continued funding for national TRIO education programs

By I. J. Gardner | Oct 29, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a group of 21 states in filing two amicus briefs to support the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) in lawsuits against recent decisions by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) to end...

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Nesbitt criticizes Senate Democrats over SNAP resolution amid federal shutdown

By F. K. Keen | Oct 29, 2025

Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt of Porter Township criticized Michigan Senate Democrats for their recent resolution on SNAP benefits, arguing that their efforts are misdirected.

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Who among former Lansing Metro area high school athletes will be active on Saturday, Nov. 1?

By M. G. Mason | Oct 29, 2025

Saturday, Nov. 1 will feature competition from these former Lansing Metro area high school standouts.

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Economically disadvantaged students from Waverly Community Schools had worse performance on 2023-24 SAT than previous school year

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 28, 2025

Economically disadvantaged students' college readiness declined in Waverly Community Schools during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.