Bipartisan resolution to designate May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

WASHINGTON, D.C.United States Senators Gary Peters (D-MI) and Joni Ernst (R-IA), co-chairs of the Senate Motorcycle Caucus, introduced a bipartisan resolution to designate May as “Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month” to promote safe driving practices for the millions of motorcycle riders in America.

Rep. Hoadley’s bill to end foreign influence passes Michigan House

LANSINGState Rep. Mike Hoadley (R-Au Gres) led the Michigan House in passing House Bill 4241, a measure that would prohibit foreign adversaries from receiving any form of statefunded economic incentives.

Gov. Whitmer proclaims week of May 11-17 as Women’s Health Week

LANSINGGovernor Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed the week of May 11, 2025, as Women’s Health Week, promoting the work Michigan has done to protect Michiganders from attacks on their reproductive freedom, basic health care, and Medicaid coverage.

Exceptionally high interest in how proposed Medicaid cuts could affect Michigan families and businesses

LANSINGTwo virtual Medicaid funding briefings offered to statewide community partners last week by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) were maxed out, when more than 5,000 people registered for the events.

State asks residents to prepare their homes for wildfires

LANSINGIn Michigan, it only takes a sunny afternoon, a yard full of dead leaves and one bad decision to turn spring cleaning into a wildfire.

Diversity in policing:why representation matters

National Police Week is just around the corner. Observed from May 11 to 17, 2025, this event is an essential opportunity to reflect on the importance of diversity within law enforcement agencies across the United States.

The benefits of Stand Downs

Will you be taking advantage of the services offered at the annual Stand Downs this summer? Or will you step up and volunteer to assist?Either way, you’re sure to benefit from what you’ll find at a Stand Down.

Gladwin County woman wins playing the Michigan Lottery

LANSINGAGladwin County woman’s favorite game paid off in a big way when she won $300,000 playing the Michigan Lottery’s Wild Time Bingo instant game.“The Bingo games are my favorite and are the only games I play,” said the 58-year-old player, who chose to remain anonymous.

GHS 25th annual Plant Sale May 10

GLADWINGladwin High School’s (GHS) 25th annual plant sale is May 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The plant sale is filled with plants that the students specialize in such as native perennials and heirloom vegetables.

Rep. Hoadley sets May office hours

AU GRESState Rep. Mike Hoadley (R-Au Gres) has announced upcoming office hours for citizens in the 99th House District in Arenac, Iosco, Ogemaw, Bay, Clare and Gladwin counties to meet with their state representative during the month of May.