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Incumbent Friske faces challenger Fairbairn in primary for Michigan's 107th House seat
NORTHERN MICHIGAN — In the upcoming primary for Michigan's 107th House District, incumbent Neil Friske is facing challenger Parker Fairbairn on the Republican ticket. As the only two candidates in the contested primary election, the winner will compete in November against Democrat Jodi Decker. The 107th district includes the counties of Charlevoix, Emmet and...
Michigan Puts the Kibosh on Massive Consumers Energy Rate Hike
New energy rates approved by the Michigan Public Service Commission could lower monthly bills paid by Consumers Energy customers. In December of last year, Consumers Energy requested to increase its revenue from gas customers by $136 million, which would have resulted in a natural gas rate increase of 5.7% for its customers.
Warning: Popular Snack Dips in Michigan May Be Contaminated
It seems like it's becoming increasingly difficult to keep up with all the food and product recalls and warnings in Michigan. It feels like the foods we consume daily are becoming more and more dangerous to eat. Food products sold at Kroger stores in Michigan are being flagged and recalled...
Michigan Supreme Court gives big victory to people trying to recoup cash from foreclosures
The Michigan Supreme Court said Monday that its 2020 decision stopping local governments from keeping cash windfalls from the sale of foreclosed homes can be applied retroactively, meaning that hundreds of millions of dollars could potentially be returned to people who lost properties over unpaid taxes.Local governments were "essentially stealing from people," said Christina Martin, an attorney who argued the case for former property owners. "It doesn't matter if it's going to be expensive to pay them back. They have to pay them back."For years, counties kept profits from the sale of foreclosed homes or land — even if the...
Forty Years Ago This Historic Michigan Lighthouse Was Set Ablaze
Lighthouses are the silent guardians of the lakeshore, calling the sailors home since 280 BC when the first lighthouse was made in Egypt. Since then, lighthouses have gone from lighthouse keepers lighting large fires to lighthouses becoming mainly automated and using lightbulbs. Michigan has more lighthouses than any other state...
Michigan leaders highlight 'stakes' for women in 2024 presidential election
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — What's at stake for women in the upcoming presidential election took the spotlight during a press conference in Grand Rapids Monday afternoon. Led by U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten (D - Grand Rapids), former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords, and Michigan Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D - Grand Rapids), the conference discussed the contrast between Kamala Harris' vision for the future of women and Donald Trump's Project 2025, according to organizers.
Israel a potential issue in Michigan's U.S. Senate race
(The Center Square) - Candidates in Michigan's U.S. Senate race disagree on issues ranging from electric vehicles to crime, but most recently, they've clashed over foreign policy. U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich, is facing former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers. Republicans hope to flip the seat as incumbent Democrat Debbie Stabenow is not running for reelection. Slotkin criticized Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent address to Congress, saying he “continues to...
Michigan State Police Honor Fallen Melvinville Officer By Paying It Forward
Fallen Melvinville Officer Mohamed Said was a beacon of kindness and dedication in his community, particularly known for his efforts in helping children. Tragically, Officer Said was shot and killed while investigating a suspicious person's call. During the investigation, one of the subjects fled on foot and, during a subsequent struggle, produced a handgun, fatally wounding Officer Said.
5K & Fun Fest takes place in Berrien Springs
BERRIEN SPRINGS, Mich. -- In Berrien Springs today, over 200 runners of all ages participated in a 5K and Fun Fest. It all began with the 5K taking runners through the heart of Berrien Springs, which was then followed by family fun with food trucks, inflatables, and games awaiting them at Sylvester Stadium.
New Study Reveals Indiana Has One of the Best School Systems in America
Choosing the right school for your kiddo is a huge decision for parents. But, what does that even mean - the "right" school? That answer is probably different for every student. So how does a parent - especially parents of youngsters just starting school - make that decision? WalletHub just released a report that might provide some insight to parents.
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