The Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory found highly pathogenic avian influenza in one of Herbruck’s poultry flocks in Ionia County.
Janelle D. James
Janelle D. James covers breaking news at Bridge Michigan. She joined the staff in January 2023. Previously, she worked as a Capital News Correspondent at Michigan State University where she covered state and local policy issues. She also worked as a breaking news intern at the Detroit Free Press. She has a bachelors degree in journalism and political science from Michigan State University. She is from Detroit. You can reach her at jjames@bridgemi.com and on Twitter at Janelle___j.
Posted inBusiness Watch
Whitmer urges feds to boost help to Michigan businesses hurt by lack of snow
In a letter to lawmakers, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she wants Congress and federal regulators to create ‘new paths’ for businesses impacted by the lack of snow this winter to get relief.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Solar Eclipse 2024: New map casts shadow of doubt, but Luna Pier still in path
A solar eclipse expert released an updated map that narrows the path of totality for the April 8 solar eclipse, but no need to change travel plans if you’re heading to Luna Pier.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Bird flu found in cattle on a dairy farm in central Michigan
The highly pathogenic avian influenza was detected in cattle on a dairy farm in Montcalm County after the animals came in contact with infected cattle from Texas, according to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Fruit trees are budding, Michigan farmers are worried about crops freezing
An unseasonably warm winter, coupled with cold temperatures and heavy precipitation during the spring, are a dangerous combination for fruit farmers. Some have started to take measures to prevent crops from freezing.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Michigan updates fishing regulations for 2024 season. What you need to know
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has updated its fishing regulations for this season. Here is everything you need to know about the new regulations, which went into effect Monday.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Nessel calls DTE's latest request to raise electric rates 'frankly, absurd'
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a notice of intervention with the Michigan Public Service Commission in DTE’s latest attempt to increase rates.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Solar Eclipse 2024: The only Michigan town that is in the path of totality
A total solar eclipse will occur on April 8 and officials in Monroe County are working together to prepare for the mass of people traveling south to Luna Pier or Toledo to see it.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Bill would give Michigan residents dibs on campsite reservations at state parks
A state representative has introduced a bill that would allow Michigan residents to reserve campsites at state parks up to two weeks before the inventory is opened to non-residents.
Posted inThe Center for Michigan
Bridge Michigan’s publisher, the Center for Michigan, releases annual report
The Center for Michigan, the nonprofit, nonpartisan publisher of Bridge Michigan and BridgeDetroit, released a 32-page report outlining accomplishments, major initiatives, reporting, reader demographics and community engagement for 2023.