Sons of the American Legion to meet

GLADWINAmerican Legion Post 171 is announcing the formation of the Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Squadron.Any adult whose father or grandfather served in the U.S. military is eligible to join.

Saginaw Man sentenced to 23 to 45 years for 2003 cold case murder

LANSINGJason Robert Cabello, 48, of Saginaw, was sentenced by Judge Manvel Trice III of the 10th Circuit Court in Saginaw County to 23 to 45 years’ incarceration for the 2003 murder and sexual assault of Jeanette Wilton, 57, of Saginaw, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

“Ask Bill G.” tele-townhall, office hours events slated

LANSINGState Representative Bill G. Schuette has announced a live tele-townhall event and a pair of staff office hours events in June for constituents to ask questions and share their priorities.“My legislative office is always available to talk with workers, families and small business owners I...

Small businesses struggle to manage health insurance risks

LANSINGSmall businesses across Michigan are increasingly turning to risk pools to manage rising health insurance costs, but not every company is seeing the same benefits, experts say.While such shared insurance programs can provide financial relief and stability, the experience of each business...

Council passes 2027 budget, water rate hike

BEAVERTONThe General Operating Budget for fiscal year 2027 was passed unanimously by the Beaverton City Council Monday at its Regular Meeting.The document calls for estimated revenues of over $15.2 million with estimated expenses over $14.6 million.“Those are big numbers,” said City Manager Shannon...

State police adds 35 tactical bike team members

LANSINGWith the addition of 35 new members who completed training this week, the Michigan State Police (MSP) Tactical Bike Team is ready for the busy summer season.

Great Lakes show signs of declining PFAS pollution

LANSINGFor generations, the Great Lakes have been viewed as a symbol of abundance and food security.However, rising levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination are prompting scientists to question whether these waters can safely sustain surrounding communities.PFAS are a...

Michigan overdose death rate declines by 47 percent since 2021

LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announces that Michigan’s overdose death rate has declined by 47 percent since 2021.Preliminary data for 2025 is projecting a lower rate of 16.4 deaths per 100,000 residents compared to a rate of 30.8 in 2021.

Michigan releases 2026 Eat Safe Fish Guides about fish consumption

LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has released the 2026 Eat Safe Fish Guides to help Michigan residents choose fish that are best for them and their families to eat.The Eat Safe Fish Guides provide consumption guidelines for eating locally caught fish.Guidelines...

DNR approves $4.035 million in grants for recreational boating improvements and development

LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Natural Resources today announced that seven communities throughout the state will share $4.035 million in Waterways Grant-in-Aid Program funding to improve public access to recreational boating.This year, projects in Benzie, Emmet, Mackinac, Marquette, Ottawa and...