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Federal shutdown gets real in Beer City: Michigan summer ales in jeopardy
This year’s new seasonal brews may never hit the shelf, and some smaller breweries along West Michigan’s “Ale Trail” fear their openings may be at risk. Thanks, Washington!
Six things to know about the federal government shutdown in Michigan
From food assistance to weather forecasts, the ongoing shutdown in Washington is beginning to have an impact on Michigan, which could become more profound if closed government extends into February.
Opinion | College students shouldn’t have to choose between tuition and food
Students across Michigan now rely on campus food pantries. Worrying about your next meal is not what college is supposed to be about.
The Center for Michigan is looking to hire an outreach coordinator
If you have a passion for public engagement and want to impact issues critical to Michigan’s future, this is your opportunity.
Michigan secretary of state wants to settle gerrymandering lawsuit
Jocelyn Benson seeks to settle the lawsuit that labeled the state’s legislative districts unfair. A settlement could pave way for new districts to be drawn for the 2020 election.
Federal government shutdown idles program that could help in Line 5 spill
A computer programming system used to protect changes in Great Lakes would predict the direction of oil in the event of a pipeline mishap. But it’s been idled by the shutdown.
Michigan laws shield details of $10M grant to help ex-Republican chair
Last month, lawmakers approved funding to help a company headed by a prominent Republican. But there are no records detailing the process. And if they existed, they’d be shielded under Michigan law.
Six systems in 7 years and Michigan students still lag. Now comes A to F.
Should schools be graded with a letter? A number? How about a color? How about if we told you none of it has done much to help students? Michigan churns through reform while top states stick with one plan.
In opioid war, studies urge medication. Michigan clinics push abstinence.
Slowly, addiction treatment centers in the state are shifting away from old-school abstinence to combining counseling with medication. But experts warn Michigan isn’t moving quickly enough
From opioid-fueled thief to grateful counselor to peers in Michigan
Kyle Hanshaw lied, stole and tricked doctors to get painkillers. Then he found a Bay City medication treatment program that worked.
Opinion | It’s time for less testing, more funding for Michigan schools
You can’t fatten a hog just by weighing it more often, says Ron Koehler
Michigan lawmakers award $10M for project benefitting former GOP chair
A company owned by former Michigan GOP chairman Bobby Schostak will benefit from one of the largest grants of the recent lame-duck spending deal. He says it’s a good investment. Others disagree.
Detroit has another charter commission. Just don’t ask why.
For the fourth time in 300 years, Detroit has convened a group to examine changes to its governing structure. But even commissioners acknowledge their mission is unclear.
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