With snow on the ground and weather ripe for snowmaking, ski areas in the state are beginning to open back up.
Ski season has arrived in Michigan and conditions are ‘good’
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan quickly deletes government chats, raising transparency questions
Requests for communications between state officials filed by Bridge Michigan have been repeatedly denied because the records, if they existed, have been deleted.
Posted inTalent & Education
Michigan needs to attract, retain more teachers of color, new report says
As Michigan schools continue trying to find highly qualified teachers and retain them, a new report highlights the need to ensure students experience being taught by teachers of color.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan to use $38M in opioid funds to expand housing for people in recovery
The $38 million for stable housing comes as the Trump administration shifts away from long-term solutions for the country’s homeless.
Posted inQuality of Life
Deadlines fast approaching for Michigan residents to ship holiday gifts
The US Postal Service, UPS and FedEx have released their holiday shipping deadlines to ensure gifts arrive on time. They could be earlier than you think.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan’s new pot tax still a go after judge denies injunction to block it
Michigan’s new 24% wholesale tax on marijuana is the centerpiece of a new road funding plan lawmakers crafted earlier this year. Industry representatives are suing to stop it.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | End energy monopolies to counter rising energy costs in Michigan
With so many Michiganders unable to shoulder the cost of essential energy, the time to act is now.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | Bottled water companies get a (nearly) free ride in Michigan
Michigan’s abundant water has turned into a cash cow for private bottled water companies. They’re making large profits off publicly owned water, while paying next to nothing to the state for water extraction.
Posted inBusiness Watch
Tariffs take hold in west Michigan, home of former critic turned champion
Tariffs are prompting a historic clockmaker and furniture company to close down in west Michigan, home of a former congressional critic now selling President Trump’s policy on the international stage.
Posted inBusiness Watch
West Michigan has economic momentum, but sees signs of slowdown
The Grand Rapids region saw population gains slow and jobs flatline, but it remains a leader in the state and nation on several key economic metrics.