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Runestad: 'Just imagine how many more miles of local roads could be fixed throughout our state'

By Art Benavidez | Apr 6, 2022

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently reached a milestone by signing her 800th bipartisan bill that would enhance the safety of state’s construction workers as they renovate roadways.

Trevor Pawl: Michigan is well-positioned to lead the charge on solving the mobility challenges of today and the future

By Art Benavidez | Apr 1, 2022

In order to increase mobility solutions for the communities across the state, Michigan will be providing two companies with grants through its Mobility Funding Platform program.

Whitmer: 'Michiganders will receive additional assistance to put food on the table'

By Art Benavidez | Mar 29, 2022

Families who receive food-stamp benefits were given an extra $95 this month to help stem the rising cost of grocery products.

Farnum retiring: 'I take a lot of pride' in helping create affordable housing for thousands

By Art Benavidez | Mar 28, 2022

The 2022-2023 Public Housing Agency (PHA) yearly fiscal plan, which details appropriate approaches for MSHDA's Housing Choice Voucher program, recently received approval.

Whitmer announces I-375 modernization project to 'facilitate economic development'

By Art Benavidez | Mar 26, 2022

Motorists in Detroit will soon say farewell to the I-375 freeway as Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently announced plans to supplant the freeway with an urban boulevard that will facilitate economic development, along with easier access for motorists in the city, according to a March 16 press release.

MSHDA's Kemmis: HCV program 'serves as a lifeline to help individuals and families get back on their feet'

By Art Benavidez | Mar 25, 2022

The 2022-2023 Public Housing Agency (PHA) yearly fiscal plan, which details appropriate approaches for MSHDA's Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, recently received approval.

I-96 Flex Route Project to begin March 21: "It's using what we have in a smarter way."

By Art Benavidez | Mar 21, 2022

Starting this week, renovation is expected to begin on eastbound and westbound I-96 between Kent Lake Road and the I-275/M-5/I-696 interchange in Oakland County, according to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Governor: Michigan motorists to receive '$400 refunds' by May 9

By Art Benavidez | Mar 17, 2022

Michigan motorists are set to receive a financial boost.

Four Spartans compete in NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships

By Art Benavidez | Mar 15, 2022

Four members of the Michigan State track and field program competed in the 2022 NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships over the weekend in Birmingham, Alabama.

Gov. Whitmer announces 62 jobs from metro Detroit-based Aerostar Manufacturing expansion

By Art Benavidez | Mar 11, 2022

Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) released a joint statement that Aerostar Manufacturing will be expanding operations at its facility in Romulus.

Whitmer proclaims March as Reading Month

By Art Benavidez | Mar 10, 2022

March has been declared as Reading Month by Governor Gretchen Whitmer to cultivate the enjoyment of reading.

Whitmer announces plan to repeal Michigan's retirement tax

By Art Benavidez | Feb 1, 2022

Retirees in the state may soon find more money in their bank accounts, after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer stated she wants to rescind the retirement tax during her recent State of the State address.

Wayne County woman wins $1.52 million Lotto 47 Jackpot: 'I was in complete shock'

By Art Benavidez | Feb 1, 2022

A Wayne County woman can now call herself a millionaire after winning $1.52 million in the state’s Lotto 47 Jackpot game.

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