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Michigan Gas Rate Hike Aims to Fund Pipeline Upgrades
In Michigan, your gas bill is about to climb as Consumers Energy has been approved for a $157 million rate hike as we head into the winter season. Doesn't it feel like we just went through this? Well, that's because we did. Planet Detroit reports...
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Michigan’s receiver room: Who’s trending up, down entering rivalry game
ANN ARBOR – Michigan’s pass-catchers have struggled with drops in 2025, but receiver Andrew Marsh hasn’t been part of the problem. The true freshman doesn’t have any of the team’s 15 drops this season and has been one of Bryce Underwood’s most...
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Michigan pauses SNAP benefits in November amid federal government shutdown
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FOX 2 Detroit - Michigan
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As the government shutdown rages through its fourth week, economists are concerned about the impacts it will have. Oakland University Associate Professor of Management Michael Greiner discusses what we're seeing, and where we could be headed....
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Michigan pulls the plug on controversial Gotion EV battery parts plant
LANSING — A planned $2.4 billion, 2,350-job electric vehicle battery parts factory in Michigan is dead after the state declared the controversial project to have been abandoned by Gotion Inc. and no longer eligible for incentives. The Michigan...
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University of Michigan study explores trade-offs in expanding US domestic cobalt mining
Researchers at the University of Michigan have published a study examining the complex decisions facing U.S. communities as the country considers increasing domestic cobalt mining to support decarbonization and technological needs. The study, led...
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Michigan told to delay SNAP benefits for November
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WJRT - Michigan
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LANSING, Mich. (WJRT) - Michigan residents who rely on SNAP benefits may see a delay in receiving their benefits for November due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services announced Thursday...
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Alpena County 4-H member named Michigan 4-H award winner
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Alpena News Online - Michigan
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Courtesy photo Alison Borowski poses with her goat during the 2025 Alpena County Fair where she was the 4-H Showman of Showman Goat Winner. Earlier this year, Borowski was awarded 4H’s highest award by the state for goat science. Alison Borowski,...
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St. Joseph Commissioners give major boost to residential, commercial development proposed downtown
A $57.4 million mixed use residential and commercial development proposed for downtown St. Joseph has received a big boost from city commissioners. On Monday, commissioners approved a special use permit for The Marquette on Lake Boulevard to stand...
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Dodgers Breakout Pitcher Named Top Trade Target Heading Into Offseason
Is there a world where the Los Angeles Dodgers would look to trade one of its most promising young arms? Bleacher Report writer Kerry Miller believes that there’s a possibility the Detroit Tigers could have some real interest in right-handed...
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Michigan pulls funding incentives for Gotion Battery Plant
Over $47 million will be returned to the MEDC and the State, the MEDC announced on Thursday. It is unclear if the project will move forward. MECOSTA COUNTY, Mich. — State dollars are being pulled from the Gotion electric vehicle battery plant...
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Utility bills spike as power-hungry AI data centers boom, Bank of America report finds
The rapid rollout of power-hungry AI data centers could be straining the US energy grid and causing utility bills to spike – and prices could get worse in the coming months, according to economists. Americans spent 3.6% more on electricity and gas...
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Michigan cuts 10 Cents a Meal Program after a decade of success supporting schools and local farmers
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Brownfield Ag News
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News Michigan cuts 10 Cents a Meal Program after a decade of success supporting schools and local farmers October 23, 2025 By Nicole Heslip Filed Under: Michigan, News Farm-to-School advocates say eliminating Michigan’s 10 Cents a Meal Program is...
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St. Johns holds master plan open house
Business owners in downtown St. Johns are sharing their thoughts on the city's revitalization efforts as officials gather public feedback on a new five-year master plan. Business owners report positive momentum with full occupancy in downtown...
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Man killed in afternoon shooting on Detroit’s west side; witnesses cooperating
DETROIT – A man was killed following a shooting on Detroit’s west side. The shooting occurred on Friday (Oct. 24) at 3:30 p.m. on Humboldt Street and West Forest Avenue. Police said they discovered the man upon arrival suffering from a gunshot...
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Michigan Warned New 'Ghost Tapping' Scam Wipes Out Bank Accounts
Thieves in Michigan are finding new opportunities to scam residents out of cash and personal information. And the BBB warns Michigan residents of the latest scam that could potentially wipe out your bank account. Michigan Warned New 'Ghost...
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Plumbing company workers say thieves have targeted their trucks multiple times
DETROIT (WXYZ) — Workers at family-owned plumbing company Shelby Mechanical say thieves have targeted their work trucks three times in just two months, with the latest theft caught on security cameras. Watch Christiana Ford's video report:...
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Indiana Michigan Power Announces $266M Infrastructure Upgrades
InkFreeNews.com Posted Oct 24, 2025 Updated: Oct 23, 2025 @ 4:34 PM Indiana Michigan power has announced plans to invest $266 million on upgrading the electric grid in St. Joseph, LaPorte, Starke, Pulaski, and White counties. Photo from Google...
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Michigan State vs Michigan Preview
Hail Mary, full of grace. We are going to need some Pope Leo prayers in this one. The hated rivals find themselves headed to East Lansing with a big smile and that cocky swagger that is a constant in their color scheme. Granted, many times it is...
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Your October Guide to Fall Fun in Northern Michigan
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WGTU - Michigan
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NORTHERN MICHIGAN, (WPBN/WGTU) -- Fall is here! UpNorthLive’s Madison Stoddard has your October guide — from pumpkin patches to haunted attractions and Halloween happenings across Northern Michigan. Pahl's Pumpkin Patch - Buckley Pahl's Pumpkin...
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The Mid-Michigan small businesses brewing Halloween magic
Local businesses are crafting their own spooky experiences to draw the community out. A Numerator survey found that 56% of U.S. consumers plan to celebrate Halloween in 2025, with participation rising to 71% among Gen Z and Millennials. For...
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