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.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer warns that proposed Republican Medicaid cuts could leave millions in Michigan without healthcare, jeopardizing vital services for seniors, pregnant women, and people with disabilities, while threatening the state’s health economy and hospitals.
The Michigan Senate, in a bipartisan effort, passed bills to enhance FOIA access and financial disclosure laws, aiming to improve government transparency. Governor Whitmer has signed related measures, marking significant reform in the state’s transparency practices.
Michigan Senate Bill 292 proposes property tax exemptions for residents aged 70 and over, aiming to alleviate financial burdens. The state will reimburse local governments for lost revenue, leading to discussions about fairness and fiscal implications.
A 63-year-old Oceana County woman turned $100 into $1 million by winning the Michigan Lottery’s Millionaire Raffle after reinvesting her winnings from an online game, marking a significant life-changing event for her.
A Toledo man, Vedantkumar Patel, is charged with scamming an elderly Shelby Township couple out of $50,000 through a fraudulent email scheme. Arrested and extradited, he faces multiple investigations for similar crimes targeting seniors.
A Cass City fisherman was rescued by airboat after injuring his hip on a disabled boat in Saginaw Bay. Coordinated efforts by local responders and the Coast Guard ensured safe transport to the hospital, emphasizing multi-agency efficiency.
The USDA has suspended imports of live cattle, horses, and bison from Mexico due to the New World Screwworm’s spread, aiming to protect U.S. livestock from this parasite that causes severe damage and poses significant health risks.
Consumers Energy breaks ground near Jackson on its fourth Solar Gardens site, expanding renewable energy access to thousands of Michigan residents. Consumers Energy’s New Solar Site to Serve 2,500 Customers JACKSON, MI — Consumers Energy officially began construction on its Blackman …
