Thanks to new settlements with opioid manufacturers, Michigan will get $178.5 million more for its drug fight. But is it enough?
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A guest author for Bridge Magazine.
Posted inChildren & Families
Michigan program aims to expand benefits for child care workers
Nearly four out of five child care workers in Michigan don’t receive benefits. A $4.4 million pilot program from the state hopes to change that.
Posted inTalent & Education
Feds investigating U-M, WMU over scholarships for 'Dreamers,' minorities
Civil rights probes of scholarships for undocumented and minority students are the latest in the Trump administration’s targeting of public universities.
Posted inOutdoors Life
Sugar Loaf ski resort may get new life as public recreational area
After 25 years, Leelanau County residents and visitors would finally be able to hike, bike and sled on the slopes of an abandoned ski resort.
Posted inBusiness Watch
Michigan bars offer booze-free options for the ‘sober-curious’
Alcohol sales have declined in the past year. The response from bar owners? Boozeless brunch, NA beers and mocktails.
Posted inTalent & Education
Michigan lawmaker wants a cursive comeback
A recently reintroduced bill in the Michigan House would encourage cursive instruction in public schools.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Michigan doctors urge vaccination as measles cases hit national record
Michigan has 18 confirmed measles cases in a national spike of the vaccine-preventable disease.
Posted inTalent & Education
As Michigan scrambles to improve literacy, school librarians are losing their jobs
Most Michigan schools don’t have a full-time librarian. They’re required in Mississippi, where reading scores are higher.
Posted inBusiness Watch
Michigan Senate backs Mackinac Island in ferry ‘monopoly’ fight
The Michigan Senate approves legislation allowing Mackinac Island to regulate all aspects of ferry service — including prices.
Posted inQuality of Life
Swatting away more mosquitoes lately? Michigan’s heat wave may be to blame
Rainfall, record-breaking heat contribute to mosquito surge in Michigan.