The federal government will provide more than $600 million to help two rural electricity cooperatives buy money from the nuclear plant. While proponents celebrate, anti-nuclear activists say the money could be better spent elsewhere.
Rural Michigan
Posted inQuality of Life
Fall colors 2024: When leaves change and best places in Michigan to see them
One indicator of seasonal changes besides cooler temperatures is the leaves changing colors from hues of green to an array of orange, yellow, red and brown. Some of the best places to catch scenic views of trees are in Michigan.
Posted inBusiness Watch
Michigan plots ‘drone zone’ to test package delivery tech of the future
Running from Alpena to Camp Grayling, the new zone will support drones that fly beyond the sight of pilots, a looming change that will drastically increase commercial options for unmanned aircraft.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | What happened in Alpena was about more than books
We must meet the organized efforts of book banners with organized efforts of our own, and we must remember that these are fights we can win.
Posted inMichigan Government
Warning of China threat, Trump and Michigan Republicans bash EV battery plant
U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers campaigned in Mecosta County Wednesday, promising to fight against a proposed $2.3 billion EV battery plant with ties to China. Company officials say they’re moving ahead anyway, and supporters still see possible benefits for the region.
Posted inMichigan Government
Jack Bergman faces Callie Barr in Michigan 1st Congressional District election
Berman, a Republican from the Upper Peninsula, seeks a fifth term in a district that is solidly red.
Posted inMichigan Government
John Moolenaar faces Michael Lynch in Michigan 2nd Congressional District election
The Caledonia Republican faces one Democratic challenger in the conservative district.
Posted inMichigan Government
Tim Walberg faces Libbi Urban in Michigan’s 5th Congressional District election
Walberg, a Tipton Republican, was first elected in 2006 to represent southern Michigan. The district is solidly conservative.
Posted inMichigan Government
Lisa McClain faces Clinton St. Mosley in Michigan 9th Congressional District election
McClain, a Romeo Republican, is running for re-election in a conservative district that includes the Thumb and parts of Oakland and Macomb counties.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Amid ‘green burial’ dispute, judge rejects Michigan township’s cemetery ban
After a Grand Rapids couple announced plans to offer green burials in the woods outside Newaygo, local officials responded by banning all cemeteries. On Thursday, a judge called that unconstitutional.