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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.

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John James renews unproven election fraud claims at private Kent County event

By Y. S. Spence | Sep 29, 2025

Republican gubernatorial candidate John James has renewed his claims regarding the 2020 election, stating at a private event in Kent County that he was "screwed" in his U.S. Senate race and promising "consequences" if elected governor.

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SBA Pro-Life America pledges financial support for Mike Rogers’ 2026 Senate campaign

By Y. S. Spence | Sep 29, 2025

Mike Rogers, a former Republican Senate candidate, is once again receiving support from SBA Pro-Life America, an anti-abortion advocacy group.

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Ron Olson receives national Pugsley Medal for contributions to Michigan state parks

By Y. S. Spence | Sep 29, 2025

Ron Olson, former chief of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Parks and Recreation Division, has received national recognition for his work in parks and conservation.

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Michigan GOP faces divisions as John James struggles in governor primary

By D. R. Lanham | Sep 29, 2025

The Republican primary for Michigan governor showed signs of division and uncertainty during the Michigan GOP’s conference on Mackinac Island over the weekend.

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Crouse Road closed at US-23 after high-load strike prompts bridge inspection

By Y. S. Spence | Sep 29, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has closed Crouse Road at US-23 in Livingston County after a high-load vehicle struck the bridge on Thursday, September 25.

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I-75 culvert repair prompts weekend closure of Saginaw Road in Oakland County

By F. K. Keen | Sep 29, 2025

Southbound Saginaw Road/Dixie Highway near I-75 in Clarkston, Michigan, will be closed from 10 a.m. on Friday, October 3, to 5 a.m. on Monday, October 6, for culvert repairs as part of the ongoing I-75 road and bridge project between M-15...

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Sault Ste. Marie International Bridge to close for festival foot races on September 27

By D. R. Lanham | Sep 29, 2025

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Northbound I-75 in Detroit closed for bridge repairs from Oct. 3–6

By Y. S. Spence | Sep 29, 2025

Northbound I-75 in Detroit will be closed from Schaefer Road to Clark Avenue Street this weekend for several construction projects.

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Attorney General Nessel warns against false threats after Grand Blanc church attack

By D. T. Byrd | Sep 29, 2025

Following a shooting and fire at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan, Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a warning about the legal consequences of making false or copycat threats.

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Michigan Democratic Party launches campaign targeting Mike Rogers over economic policies

By F. K. Keen | Sep 29, 2025

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