Senate Republicans, over the objections of Democrats, are pushing forward with a plan to revise the teacher pension system. Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick has more on the impending battle.
Read More »Certain Sports Are Better Than Just Exercising
You know that exercise is good for your health, but certain sports can save your life, according to new research. Health Reporter Dr. Deanna Lites has details.
Read More »Michigan Recount Could Cost Millions
Re-counting nearly 4.8 million votes across all 83 counties in Michigan would cost more than the original estimated amount. State Republican party chair Ronna Romney McDaniel says officials and county clerks have done the math. State law dictates Green Party Presidential candidate Jill Stein is required to pay $125 per …
Read More »Picking Out The Perfect Christmas Tree
Thanksgiving is over and for many that means putting up a Christmas tree. If you plan on buying a live tree versus an artificial one, there are some things to keep in mind. Marsha Gray, Executive Director of the Michigan Christmas Tree Association, says pick one that suits you–there’s no wrong …
Read More »Christmas Trees Being Donated To Military Families
Military members all over the U.S. will get some holiday cheer as Christmas tree farms , including some in Michigan, are donating Christmas trees for military families at bases in the U.S. The Peacock Road Tree Farm in Laingsburg, near Lansing, has been donating trees to Trees for Troops for …
Read More »Tax Breaks Considered For Job Creating Companies
The Michigan House of Representatives will be debating legislation that would provide millions of dollars in tax breaks to attract large businesses to the state. Senators approved the legislation, sponsored by Midland Republican Jim Stamas, Tuesday. The bills would give businesses that expand or move to Michigan and create at …
Read More »Lawmakers Cap Fundraising Plates
The Michigan Legislature has voted to limit the number of state-sponsored licensed plates used to raise money for groups and causes. The Senate and House approved legislation that would cap the number at 20, not including university plates. Michigan has 15 university plates and 14 specialty fundraising plates, not including …
Read More »Two Bucks For A Gun
A Michigan couple has used the same gun to kill two deer within a half hour while hunting in Hillsdale County. Silas and Barb Meadows have hunted together for 32 years and recently had one of their most thrilling moments during Day 2 of the Michigan firearm deer season. Barb …
Read More »New Pricing Structure Helps Nurses Earn Their BSN At Finlandia
Working nurses are encouraged to complete their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at Finlandia University through a new affordable pricing structure. Licensed nurses with an associate degree can earn their BSN online for $15,000, regardless of how many credits are needed. The program is expected to attract people to …
Read More »Immediate Need For Blood Donations Across Upper Peninsula
There is an immediate need for blood donations of the following types in the Upper Peninsula: O-negative, A-negative, B-negative, O-positive, and A-positive. Blood donation sites are open in Hancock, Marquette, Iron Mountain, Escanaba, and Sault Ste. Marie. Donations to the UP Regional Blood Center always stay in the Upper Peninsula …
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