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William Lawrence declares victory over Tom Barrett, flipping Mid-Michigan seat

Democrat William Lawrence has declared victory over Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Barrett on Tuesday in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.

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Lansing State Journal

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A Walk in the Park: Delta Twp. celebrates new bridge, park connector path

A Walk in the Park is an ongoing series from State Journal photographer Nick King, who intends to explore Lansing area parks one hour at a time. If you have a suggestion of a park he should visit, email him at nking@lsj.com. Township officials and community members cut ribbons on Oct. 30 marking the opening of the Webster Road bridge and connector pathway, which links Delta Mills and Hawk Meadow parks. Nate Simon, a resident who lives near Delta Mills Park and attended the event with his 8-year-old son Lincoln, sees the improvements as a positive improvement. "I'm a fan. It's safer for kids crossing over to the park," said Simon, who said he appreciated the cement border along the bridge sidewalk that adds protection for pedestrians. "It's nice connecting all the trails. We have dogs and we go for a walk just about every day." Delta Township Trustee Andrea Cascarilla spoke during the event. "It represents something much bigger. The dedication to a connected recreation system brings our community together," said Cascarilla, before cutting the ribbon marking the opening to the connector pathway. Guests walked, biked and ran along the .83-mile long connector pathway, stopping to enjoy cider and

Lansing, MI · 1d

Lansing State Journal

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Clinton County election results: Bath Township millage proposal fails

Three months after voters rejected a millage proposal, Bath Township residents pushed back on a smaller tax hike, according to unofficial election results. Voters in August rejected a proposal by more than 600 votes to raise the township’s operating millage by 1.46 mills, which would have restored millage lost due to the Headlee Amendment, which limits property tax growth, and allowed the township to levy a full 5 mills for general operations. The proposal would have raised $893,000 annually. Township officials went back to voters with a smaller 1 mill proposal, which would have allowed the township to levy about 4.548 mills for operations, and raise an additional $609,500 per year. Voters rejected that idea too, with 3,616 no votes and 2,384 yes votes. The township, which has a population of about 13,500, has an annual budget of about $4.5 million, Township Supervisor Ryan Fewins-Bliss said. Last month Fewins-Bliss said the township has never asked for a millage to restore funds lost to Headlee. He said August's millage failure made it clear voters thought that proposal was too much. "We heard from the residents that was maybe too much of an ask," Fewins-Bliss said in October. The millage proposal would

Clinton County, MI · 3d

county-journal.com

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Demolition set to begin spring 2027 on Horner Mill property

(Deb Malewski/FAN – The Horner Woolen Mill property, shown in its current condition, is slated for demolition beginning in spring 2027. The first phase will address two buildings with additional work dependent on securing further funding.) After years of deterioration, there may finally be a light at the end...

Eaton Rapids, MI · 2d
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Michigan Public

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Midterm wave sets a course for ‘Medicare for All’ fight

Rising healthcare costs and midterm gains give Medicare for All new momentum, though progressive Democrats face resistance to single-payer reform.

Lansing, MI · 1d

WXYZ Detroit 7 Action News

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U-M, MSU rivalry sparks Taylor elementary school penny war

At Kinyon Elementary School in Taylor, the rivalry has become a tradition that raises money, builds school spirit and leaves one unlucky staff member facing a colorful consequence.

Taylor, MI · 21h

CBS Detroit

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Howell man to face trial over threats made to circuit court judge, AG says

A Howell man will face trial over accusations that he threatened the life of a circuit court judge, the Michigan Attorney General's office said.

Howell, MI · 1d

WILX-TV

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Two strokes haven’t stopped him: Meet the Michigan man greeting his town for 10 years

EATON RAPIDS, Mich. (Aging Untold) — For 10 years, George Doxtader has made a difference in his community by spreading joy with a thumbs-up. The 78-year-old sits on a bench at the corner of State and Main streets in Eaton Rapids and lifts his thumb to greet passersby. “He...

Eaton Rapids, MI · 1d

eastlansinginfo.news

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Analyzing East Lansing’s Election: Turnout Was High; Student Votes Helped Sink a Proposal to Move Council Elections

East Lansing voters were part of a national environment that broke heavily in favor of Democrats at Tuesday’s election, as Democrats flipped the U.S. House and Senate and seized control of both chambers in the Michigan legislature. A closer look at the local results shows a high turnout in...

East Lansing, MI · 2d

Michigan Capitol Confidential

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Voters defeat St. Johns school bond for the third time

Residents of the St. Johns Public Schools district bucked a statewide trend of school spending increases in this week’s election by turning down a request for new bonds. It was the third no vote in recent years, with participants of social media groups calling the latest proposal a contentious ask.

St Johns, MI · 1d

mitechnews.com

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Michigan Jobs Under Pressure as Unemployment Outpaces Nation

Michigan’s job market is showing signs of strain even as layoffs nationally remain unusually low. Automotive suppliers are closing facilities, General Motors is preparing temporary production layoffs, and a major healthcare employer is outsourcing hundreds of positions. What do these developments mean for Michigan workers, their paychecks and the state’s economy?

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WILX-TV

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Eaton County creates $100K defense fund to help townships fight corporate tax appeals

CHARLOTTE, Mich. (News 10) - Small municipalities facing expensive legal battles against national retailers over property taxes now have a financial partner in Eaton County. The Eaton County Board of Commissioners approved the creation of the Local Tax Defense Fund, setting aside $100,000 to help its townships, cities, and villages cover the costs of defending their property tax assessments against corporate appeals.

Eaton County, MI · 1d

MLive

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Residents invited to shape vision for Jackson’s southside grocery store development project

JACKSON, MI — The Martin Luther King Corridor Improvement Authority is inviting residents to help shape a proposed mixed-use development project at the corner of Cooper and Biddle streets this month. The authority will host two sessions Nov. 19. The first runs from noon to 2 p.m. at the...

Jackson, MI · 4d

WOWO News

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Michigan township votes unanimously against proposed $10 billion data center

MICHIGAN (WOWO) — A mid-Michigan township has formally rejected a proposed data center that developers had only just begun presenting to the public, delivering a unanimous rebuke before the project even reached the zoning process. The Delhi Township Board of Trustees voted 6-0 Friday to oppose the proposed facility...

Lansing, MI · 3d

WILX-TV

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Lansing event recognizes local veterans ahead of Veterans Day

LANSING, Mich. (News 10) - Local veterans gathered at the Gier Community Center in Lansing for an early Veterans Day celebration hosted by the Ingham and Clinton county departments of veterans affairs. The 10th annual event included guest speakers, awards and recognition for local veterans. Attendees also had food, music...

Lansing, MI · 21h

thesuntimesnews.com

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Milan Council Faces Transition as Wayne Heads to Lansing

Nov. 5, newly elected state Rep. Shannon Wayne, D-Milan, who represents the 31st district, was heading to Lansing to help choose the new speaker of the House. Wayne, who has served on Milan City Council for nearly five years and was re-elected in November to a five-year term, will continue serving on Milan City Council through the end of the year. She officially takes state office Jan. 1.

Milan, MI · 1d

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Mid-Michigan powerline project narrows route options, begins state application process

A proposed 55-mile power line stretching across three Mid-Michigan counties is moving closer to state review, with residents getting another opportunity to weigh in on where the transmission line could be built. ITC Michigan filed a construction plan Wednesday, Nov. 4, with the Michigan Public Service Commission for its Oneida-Sabine...

Livingston County, MI · 1d

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Voter turnout rises in some mid-Michigan counties, falls in others

Ingham County saw one of the largest increases in voter turnout across mid-Michigan in Tuesday's election, while neighboring Clinton County experienced a decline compared with the 2022 midterms. About 59% of registered voters cast ballots in Ingham County, up nearly four percentage points from four years ago. In Clinton County,...

Ingham County, MI · 3d

WILX-TV

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Holt High School students hold mock gubernatorial debate

Students at Holt High School are getting hands-on experience with the political process through a mock gubernatorial debate and school-wide election.

Holt, MI · 1d

wkar.org

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Lansing's Big Red Ornaments return downtown as holiday season begins

Lansing's Big Red Ornaments are back, bringing a familiar holiday tradition to the heart of downtown as the city prepares for its annual winter celebrations. Crews from the Lansing Board of Water & Light and the city's Public Service Department installed the oversized decorations Thursday, Nov. 5, in the traffic circle at Michigan Avenue and Washington Square.

Lansing, MI · 1d