Lansing, MI - By proclamation of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, July is Lakes Appreciation Month, highlighting the rich ecosystems, fresh drinking water, recreational appeal, and economic vitality that Michigan’s 11,000 inland lakes and four bordering Great Lakes provide.
Government & Political News
Lansing, MI - Absentee ballots for the Tuesday, Aug. 2 statewide primary election are now available at local clerk offices and will soon be mailed to voters who have already applied to vote absentee.
Lansing, MI - The Michigan Task Force on Women in Sports marked the 50th anniversary of Title IX this week by releasing its final report Wednesday, June 22, 2022. In it, the Task Force documented inequities for women and girls in Michigan athletics and outlined ways that all sectors could support women and girls in sports and throughout society.
Lansing, MI - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel testified before the House Judiciary Committee to update committee members on the changes to House Bills 4847-4850, which are among legislative proposals resulting from the ongoing work of the Elder Abuse Task Force (EATF).
Lansing, MI - Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and upon all public buildings and grounds across the state of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff on Sunday, June 12, 2022, in honor of former U.S. Senator and lifelong Michigander, Carl Levin, who passed away last year at age 87.
Mt. Clemens, MI - Macomb County Executive Mark A. Hackel and Public Works Commissioner Candice S. Miller are no longer recommending that Macomb municipalities that contract with the Great Lakes Water Authority for water and/or sewer service should soon withhold payments tied to Highland Park’s unpaid debt.
Lansing, MI - The Great Lakes and Michigan’s abundant freshwater resources have tremendous value to Michiganders. Coming up June 4-12, the annual celebration of Great Lakes and Fresh Water Week focuses on becoming “water champions” – inspiring people to champion the health of this vital ecosystem and to enjoy, appreciate, and safeguard it for current and future generations.
Lansing, MI - Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has announced the opening of a new office and self-service station at 580 East Warren Avenue in Detroit’s Midtown neighborhood.
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