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Whitmer focuses on policy at NAACP event
(The Center Square) – Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer defended President Joe Biden at this week’s NAACP Convention in Las Vegas amidst growing calls across the party for him to drop out of the race. The contrast is notable. The governor is a top name floated in the Democratic Party as a replacement for the president, even […]
Soo, Detour Village to be sites of AAM pilot project
SAULT STE. MARIE, MI— An eastern Upper Peninsula project has received more than $512,000 in state funding to further Advanced Aerial Mobility technology in Michigan. AAM is a new type of transportation that uses electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft to move people and cargo between places not currently or easily served by surface transportation or existing aviation modes.
July 19, 2024 | This Week in Government: Prison Study Suggests Move Offender Success to LEO
Each week, the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Government Relations team, in partnership with Gongwer, provides members with a collection of timely updates from both local and state governments. Stay in the know on the latest legislation, policy priorities, and more. Prison Study: Move Offender Success From Corrections To LEO. New...
State Rep. BeGole faces GOP opponent in fight to keep Michigan House seat
LANSING, MI — A former sheriff’s fight to keep his state House seat will begin against a fellow Republican during the Tuesday, Aug. 6, primary election. Voters first elected Brian BeGole to the Michigan House of Representatives’ District 71 seat in 2022. The former Shiawassee County sheriff represents parts of Genesee, Saginaw and Shiawassee counties.
Isolated storm north tonight, pop up rain south tomorrow
The Latest Northeast Wisconsin Forecast from Storm Team 5…. A cold front is sparking a line of showers and storms across northern WI in portions of Door, Marinette and Oconto counties and the activity is fading across Menominee county MI. Main impacts from this will be locally heavy rain that could deliver a quick half inch of rain as well as lightning, but no severe weather is to be expected.
Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry Announces Loss of Their ‘Captain’
For decades, the Shepler name has been synonymous with summer in Michigan, evoking images of sun-drenched days and beautiful memories on Mackinac Island. Now, we heavy hearts we learn the man who was the Captain of 'making memories' for so many of us has passed away. Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry...
Utility bill help available from SWP
MARQUETTE, MI— The Superior Watershed Partnership has received $1.57 million to help residents with their utility bills. The money comes through the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s MI Impact grant program. The funding can help with electric, heat, water, and/or waste expenses. Households with incomes up...
Big Band Jazz session hits all the right notes for Birch Creek
The Academy season may be halfway over, but there is still plenty of great music to enjoy at Birch Creek Music Performance Center in Egg Harbor. Wednesday marked the beginning of the first of two Big Band Jazz sessions at Birch Creek, featuring the standards of Basie, Miller, and Ellington, among others. What makes the Big Band Jazz sessions unique goes beyond the notes on the page. Whether it is the student ambassador ensembles touring the county's countryside during the week or the faculty bands under the roof of the concert band, Executive Director Mona Christensen says the improvisation that occurs during the individual pieces gives it a different vibe. She adds that it is especially impressive when you factor in that many students have never met each other before performing, and the faculty do not see each other during the 50 weeks they are away from Egg Harbor.
Green Bay Rockets roll over Lake Shore Chinooks
Mequon, Wis. – The Green Bay Rockers (8-8) routed the Lakeshore Chinooks (6-9) tonight 10-3 in large part thanks to DH Jake Bold (Princeton). The cleanup hitter went two-for-four at the plate, totaling six RBI — the most for any Rocker in a single game this summer. Bold and Green Bay are back at home to take on Fond du Lac at 3:05 p.m. tomorrow.
Money Tight? No State’s Worse For That Than Michigan
If you're in Michigan and struggling to make ends meet, know that you're not alone. A new study finds that Michigan leads the nation with the greatest percentage of people in financial distress. The personal finance website WalletHub recently dug into the data to determine the "States with the Most...
WARNING: Michigan Residents May Have Been Exposed To Measles, Here’s Where
Anytime there’s any kind of infectious disease or virus. It’s important to get the word out and let people know if they’ve been exposed to anything dangerous. One of the most dangerous is rubeola, or as it’s commonly known measles. Measles is probably one of the...
Is Most of Michigan’s Cash Really Tainted with Cocaine and Feces?
Have you ever had someone tell you to wash your hands after handling money? Well, after reading this article, you'll take that advice seriously from now on. We've always been told that money is the dirtiest thing we handle daily, but you won't believe just how contaminated it is. For...
Michigan auto insurance: How to pick the cheapest options under no-fault
Since Michigan overhauled its no-fault system several years ago, buying auto insurance is more complicated and requires new decisions on coverage options. So getting the cheapest price quote now takes a little more work. The biggest new choice concerns the amount of medical benefits coverage, known as "personal injury protection"...
Key dates to know for Packers training camp in 2024
Training camp is almost here for Matt LaFleur and the Green Bay Packers. The 2024 Packers will kick off the season with a practice on Monday, July 22. LaFleur’s team will hold 16 open practices in Green Bay, including Family Night and a joint practice. The Packers will go on the road for two preseason games and one joint practice before returning home to finish the exhibition schedule at Lambeau Field. From there, Brian Gutekunst must determine his roster before the regular season kicks off against the Philadelphia Eagles in a special international game in Brazil.
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