News & Fun in Michigan
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News and events of Michigan’s Upper Thumb that are worth knowing in the region.
Here are some of the top stories.
Michigan filers can check their refund status 24 hours after e-filing using the IRS “Where’s My Refund?” tool or the IRS2Go mobile app. IRS Refund Tracker Helps Taxpayers Stay Informed The Internal Revenue Service’s “Where’s My Refund?” tool continues to be …
Michigan’s HB 4084, introduced by Rep. Ron Robinson, aims to establish a statewide noise abatement program managed by MDOT to construct sound walls, addressing highway noise in residential areas and filling a 17-year funding gap in noise mitigation.
Michigan dentist challenges state rule requiring ideological training for license renewal, calling it unconstitutional. State Licensing Mandate Prompts Legal Fight Over Dentist’s Career A retired Grand Rapids dentist has filed suit against the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) …
This early 20th-century postcard captures a rare moment outside the Pere Marquette Station in Kinde, Michigan—a once-bustling hub for passengers and freight in the Thumb. Lined up beside the tracks are local residents, station workers, and children, pausing for the camera …
A recent poll indicates strong bipartisan support among Michigan voters for clean energy initiatives and accountability measures for utility companies. Many residents favor an expedited timeline for clean energy goals and express concern over affordability and reliability in energy services.
Rep. Haley Stevens’ bill targets disaster loans for small businesses and families facing mounting losses from Michigan power outages. Michigan power outage relief legislation proposed by Rep. Haley Stevens could redefine how the federal government responds to extended electricity disruptions—particularly relevant …
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, along with 18 others, is challenging the Trump-era “Ideological Deportation Policy,” claiming it infringes on free speech and impacts higher education by threatening noncitizen students and faculty at public universities.
Governor Whitmer has requested emergency aid from President Trump to assist 12 Michigan counties hit by a severe ice storm. If approved, federal funds will support road clearance and emergency operations. More aid may follow pending FEMA damage assessments beginning April 20.
