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SNAP PAYMENTS FROZEN; FEDEDRAL SHUTDOWN PUTS MICHIGAN FAMILIES AT RISK
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Bay Cities Connect - Wisconsin
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Michigan families who rely on food assistance could soon face delays in getting their benefits because of the ongoing federal government shutdown. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says it received notice from the U.S....
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Michigan terminates contract with Gotion following default notice
John Moolenaar, U.S. Representative for Michigan's 2nd Congressional District | Official U.S. House HeadshotJohn Moolenaar, U.S. Representative for Michigan's 2nd Congressional District | Official U.S. House Headshot Congressman John Moolenaar has...
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Pseudo-journalism: Pink-slime
Strib to Play Corporate Cheerleader in New Sponcon Section
Welcome back to The Flyover, your daily digest of important, overlooked, and/or interesting Minnesota news stories. Strib Will Tout Biz Do-Gooding—For a Price It makes sense that we learned about the Minnesota Star Tribune’s new sponsored content...
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Economically disadvantaged students from Traverse City Area Public Schools had worse performance on 2023-24 SAT than previous school year
Dr. Michael F. Rice Michigan superintendent of public instruction | https://radio.wcmu.org/Dr. Michael F. Rice Michigan superintendent of public instruction | https://radio.wcmu.org/ Economically disadvantaged students' performance in the 2023-24...
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Michigan Senate considers new rules for telephone solicitation amid business concerns
Jim Holcomb, President & CEO at Michigan Chamber of Commerce | Michigan Chamber of CommerceJim Holcomb, President & CEO at Michigan Chamber of Commerce | Michigan Chamber of Commerce A Michigan Senate committee is considering new legislation known...
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Energy advocates to host Detroit block party calling out utilities for high rates and long outages
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Iosco County News-Herald - Michigan
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Michigan State Rep. Donavan McKinney (D-Detroit) speaks at a news conference detailing a Democrat-led effort to create a utility ratepayer's bill of rights. Sept. 9, 2025 | Photo by Ben Solis/Michigan Advance Environmental advocates, community...
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Michigan pauses SNAP benefits: How you can help while many turn to food banks
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FOX 2 Detroit - Michigan
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The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) says it was instructed by the federal government to pause November SNAP benefits, and that’s got many people concerned. DETROIT (FOX 2) - The impact of the federal government shutdown is...
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Michigan couple moved in with family to save, but husband has blown $46K on ‘toys’ — what Ramsey Show hosts say to do
Renee from Michigan called The Ramsey Show with a dilemma many Americans can relate to: she and her husband moved into her parents’ home four years ago to save money and get help with childcare — but instead of using the opportunity to get ahead,...
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14 Home-Based Care Companies Earn Spots On The Franchise Times’ Top 400 List
The Franchise Times recently released its annual ranking of the largest franchise systems, and 14 home-based care companies earned spots on the list. At-home care franchise companies Home Instead, Visiting Angels, Right at Home and Comfort Keepers...
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The current economic climate’s effect on entrepreneurs | American Black Journal
We’ll examine the impact of tariffs, rising costs, supply chain disruptions, and other economic changes on small businesses. Host Stephen Henderson talks with marketing consultant Mark S. Lee, president & CEO of The LEE Group and a Detroit PBS...
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Michigan Families Face Food Crisis as Government Shutdown Drags On
The United States federal government shutdown began just after midnight on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. This was because Congress failed to pass a continuing resolution to extend funding beyond the end of the fiscal year on September 30, 2025....
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Michigan State University lays off 99 employees
Dive Brief: Michigan State University is laying off 99 faculty, staff and executives this month amid rising costs and other budget pressures, President Kevin Guskiewicz said in a public message Wednesday. The university had cut an additional 83...
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College for Creative Studies Offers First Three-year Fashion Business Management Program
The College for Creative Studies in Detroit is helping business-minded fashion students get on the fast track with a three-year business management program. The 90-credit Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Business Management will get rolling in the fall...
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Michigan terminates controversial Gotion EV battery plant
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WJRT - Michigan
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LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan is demanding millions of dollars in incentives back from a Chinese company after plans to build an electric vehicle battery plant collapsed following years of pushback against the project from neighbors and members...
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'We're not going anywhere': Food bank responds to November SNAP benefits being withheld
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WWMT - Michigan
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BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — More than a million Michiganders are at risk of losing access to their SNAP benefits, otherwise known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, next month. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)...
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National Coalition of Business Orgs Calls on Senate to Reopen Government to Stop ‘Serious Economic Damage’
A group of state business organizations from around the country have called on the U.S. Senate to reopen the government in a letter amplified by the White House, citing the threat of “serious economic damage.” “Dear Members of the United States...
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Michigan Senate committee reviews proposed telephone solicitation regulations
Jim Holcomb, President & CEO at Michigan Chamber of Commerce | Michigan Chamber of CommerceJim Holcomb, President & CEO at Michigan Chamber of Commerce | Michigan Chamber of Commerce The Senate Finance, Insurance and Consumer Protection Committee...
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Georgia, Texas, Ohio Emerge as Factory Hotspots Amid Economic Shifts
Georgia, Texas and Ohio emerged as new hubs for American industrial growth while high-cost traditional ones lose ground, according to new research. The findings, as part of the 'Cost of Manufacturing Report’ by MIE Solutions, analyzed over 50 U.S....
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5 Airlines: Which Carrier Dominates The Transpacific Air Market?
The commercial aviation industry has changed drastically throughout the 20th and 21st century. However, few regions in global aviation have evolved as drastically as the transpacific market. In the decades following World War II, transpacific...
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Michigan Location Crowned No. 1 Best Small College Town in U.S.
Picking a college isn’t just about the classes or campus life—it’s also about the city you’ll call home for the next several years. From affordable living to social opportunities, your college town can shape both your academic and personal...
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