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Stars Hollow comes to Beaverton Jan. 29

Stars Hollow comes to Beaverton Jan. 29

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Stars Hollow comes to Beaverton Jan. 29

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
BEAVERTONThe Beaverton Library will host a special event for fans of the iconic TV show “Gilmore girls” on Jan. 29 from 5-7 p.m.Fans can test their knowledge of the show with trivia, play bingo, cut snowflakes, enjoy themed crafts and food and there will be a prize for best character costume.A...
Bill G. Schuette

Bill G. Schuette

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Schuette kicking off “Ask Bill G.” events for 2026

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
LANSINGState Representative Bill G. Schuette is continuing his commitment to meeting with residents in Midland, Gladwin and Bay counties and answering their questions in the new year with new “Ask Bill G.” events.“We’re starting off 2026 in the Legislature by cutting more red tape to save Michigan...

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Identity theft alert reissued

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Wednesday, January 28, 2026
LANSINGMichigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is re-issuing her alert on Identity Theft Warning Signs in recognition of Identity Theft Awareness Week to make residents aware of the clues that might mean their identity has been stolen.
The Michigan National Guard provides trained, combat-capable forces in support of the national security strategy worldwide and defense support of civil authorities in response to federal emergencies within the United States and state emergencies within Michigan. For more information, please visit: Michigan National Guard.

The Michigan National Guard provides trained, combat-capable forces in support of the national security strategy worldwide and defense support of civil authorities in response to federal emergencies within the United States and state emergencies within Michigan. For more information, please visit: Michigan National Guard.

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Northern Strike 26-1 set for Northern Michigan Winter

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Wednesday, January 28, 2026
LANSINGNorthern Strike (NS) 26-1, this years’ winter exercise hosted by the Michigan National Guard (MING), is scheduled to take place across Northern Michigan’s National All-Domain Warfighting Center (NADWC), Jan.26-29, 2026.
MI Healthy Climate Plan Report charts progress

MI Healthy Climate Plan Report charts progress

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MI Healthy Climate Plan Report charts progress

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) shared the 2025 MI Healthy Climate Plan Report, outlining the state’s continued progress toward a prosperous, sustainable future for all Michiganders through reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, expansion of clean...

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EDITOR’S INBOX

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Wednesday, January 28, 2026
To the Editor:I’m a mother of three and a recently retired nurse with years of experience supporting families with at-risk newborns. I’ve seen how wildfire smoke from hundreds of miles away increases the number of Michiganders sent to emergency rooms with asthma attacks and breathing troubles.
Pieces of moss collected as evidence in the investigation of the 2011 murder of 4-year-old Katherine “Baby Kate” Phillips in Mason County. FIELD MUSEUM

Pieces of moss collected as evidence in the investigation of the 2011 murder of 4-year-old Katherine “Baby Kate” Phillips in Mason County. FIELD MUSEUM

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Crime-busters turn to moss to help solve crimes

Eric Freedman
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
LANSINGCan tiny pieces of moss become crime-busters?
Ironstone ceramics

Ironstone ceramics

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Ironstone ceramics

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Wednesday, January 28, 2026
If you’re familiar with 19th-century ceramics, you probably know about ironstone. It was first made by English potter Miles Mason, who sold Chinese export porcelain and decided to make his own replacements for broken dishes.
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