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Senator Elissa Slotkin addressed recent incidents through tweets on May 22nd regarding an antisemitic attack at a museum and actions supporting Michigan's auto industry workers.

Barrett backs comprehensive bill focusing on taxes, Medicaid reform

Congressman Tom Barrett of Michigan's 7th District has expressed his support for the recently passed H.R. 1, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

Economic growth plan unveiled by Congressman Tom Barrett

Congressman Tom Barrett announced a legislative proposal via social media on May 22, 2025.

Congressman Tom Barrett discusses new legislation supporting veterans and middle-class families

Congressman Tom Barrett shared updates on recent legislative efforts via Twitter posts dated May 21-22.

Congressman Tom Barrett outlines key aspects of H.R. 1 on social media

Congressman Tom Barrett shared insights into H.R. 1 via Twitter posts dated May 22, outlining proposed tax reforms and changes to Medicaid eligibility criteria among other measures aimed at increasing financial support for families and reducing...

Congressman Tom Barrett addresses violence and veteran affairs issues

Congressman Tom Barrett took to social media on May 22nd to address multiple critical issues including violence against Israeli Embassy staffers and inefficiencies within veteran service payments.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Ingham County in week ending May 17?

The lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Ingham County was found at two gas stations in the week ending May 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

U.S. Rep. Barrett set to vote on budget bill that blocks 2026 federal income tax hike, reforms Medicaid

By Capitol News reports | May 21, 2025

U.S. Rep. Tom Barrett (R-Lansing) will vote on a federal budget bill that would block 2026 income tax increases on individuals and small businesses, and that seeks to reform and shore up funding of Medicaid.

8 gas stations in cities throughout Eaton County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending May 17

By Capitol News | May 21, 2025

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Eaton County was found at eight gas stations in the week ending May 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

How many companies in cities in Eaton County received FDA inspections in Q1?

By Capitol News | May 21, 2025

There was one company in a city associated with Eaton County that received an FDA inspection in the first quarter of 2025, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

How many H-1B petitions made by employers in Capitol News publication area were approved during 2024?

By Capitol News | May 20, 2025

In 2024, 99.4% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in the Capitol News publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Eaton County in week ending May 10?

By Capitol News | May 20, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Eaton County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

How many H-1B petitions made by employers classified under the Finance and Insurance industry were approved in Capitol News publication area during 2024?

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Finance and Insurance employers across Capitol News publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Eaton County in week ending May 10?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Eaton County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Lansing Catholic High School standout Daniel Shipman’s collegiate team loses game in the NCAA Division III Baseball Championship on Sunday, May 18

The Adrian Bulldogs lost 1-4.

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Former Mason High School standout Easton Rogers played on Sunday, May 18 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division III Baseball Championship

The Adrian Bulldogs lost 1-4.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Eaton County in week ending May 10?

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Eaton County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Ingham County in week ending May 10?

The lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Ingham County was found at two gas stations in the week ending May 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Carter Lucas, former Williamston High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Saturday, May 17 in the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship

The game took place in Farmers Insurance Athletic Complex.

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Shelby Kunkel, former Eaton Rapids Senior High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Saturday, May 17 in the NCAA Division I Softball Championship