New Michigan poll has Romney leading Obama
BY STEVE CARMODY Michigan Public Radio Network Michigan Republicans are excited by the results of a new poll of likely voters in Michigan that shows a tie between President Barack Obama and Republican...
View ArticleCivil rights law author says it's time to debate adding gay rights
BY RICK PLUTAMichigan Public Radio NetworkMichigan's landmark civil rights law was celebrated as a legal milestone in a ceremony Tuesday at the state Capitol. The Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act was...
View ArticleJudge will lead inquiry in Schmidt-Bolger case
BY RICK PLUTAMichigan Public Radio NetworkA one-judge grand jury will look into whether there was any illegal activity involved in the party-switching plot between state Representative Roy Schmidt and...
View ArticleNet metering program is saving energy
BY AMANDA HARRISONA new way to combine savings with environmental responsibility is catching on in Michigan. Participants in the Net Metering Program surpassed 1,000 people in 2011. Nearly double what...
View ArticleU of M and Mid Michigan health launch partnership
BY CONSUELO MCABOYAfter a couple of years of planning, the U of M and Mid Michigan health systems have announced a new clinical and business partnership. This affiliation aims to improve the level of...
View ArticleMidwest legislative confab generates ideas and suggestions for feds
BY AMY ROBINSONMidwestern state lawmakers will watch this fall to see if some of their summer work takes root. The legislators met at a regional conference and sent a number of proposals on to federal...
View ArticleMI Supreme Court hearing will zero in on ballot controversies
BY RICK PLUTAThe Michigan Supreme Court will hold a hearing Thursday on whether four questions should appear on the statewide November ballot. The court's expected to rule very quickly to meet election...
View ArticleChippewa Watershed Conservancy Earns National Recognition
BY CONSUELO MCABOYThe Chippewa Watershed Conservancy has been preserving land and wildlife for the central Michigan area for more than twenty years. Now, the organization has received national...
View ArticleCherry Growers, Inc investing in northern Michigan economy - getting...
BY JESI MUNGUIAThe Michigan Business Development Program is supporting the expansion of Cherry Growers and Materne North America. The companies are investing $35.9 million and adding 137 new jobs in...
View ArticleThe DNR reminds residents of fire safety tips this Labor Day
BY CONSUELO MCABOYLabor Day weekend awaits us, which means it's time for outdoor activities with the family like hiking, biking and maybe even sitting around a campfire. Although it all sounds fun, the...
View ArticleThis weekend is the first North American chestnut growers workshop in 20 years
BY CONSUELO MCABOYWe've all heard the famous carol...chestnuts roasting on an open fire. Now, the healthy, gluten-free nut is offering more than just a familiar tune, it's being highlighted as a...
View ArticleChanges to DNR's "Eco-regions" under consideration
By AMY ROBINSONLegislation's been introduced in Lansing to make some changes in how the DNR purchases state land.The issue centers on what are called "Ecoregions." Those are large areas of the state...
View ArticlePure Michigan receives five Mercury awards
BY CONSUELO MCABOYThe Pure Michigan campaign has been recognized all over the country for its tourism efforts. Recently, the campaign was honored with five national awards.Pure Michigan won five...
View ArticleSugar beet crops thrive despite summer weather
BY AMANDA HARRISONMichigan's temperamental weather this year has caused many crops to suffer but one is coming in stronger than ever. The US Department of Agriculture reports sugar beets are doing so...
View ArticleMI Supreme Court orders three questions onto ballot
BY RICK PLUTAMichigan Public Radio NetworkThe Michigan Supreme Court has ordered three additional questions onto the statewide November ballot. But it blocked a proposal to allow eight new non-tribal...
View ArticleEmmet County dark skies focuses on building community support
One of the country's only Dark Skies park is planning a special viewing night this weekend. If you're into such things you may want to mark your calendar; it's taking place near Petoskey.The Emmet...
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Capitol building vandalized overnight
BY JAKE NEHERMichigan Public Radio NetworkState police are trying to find who is responsible for vandalizing the state Capitol building Wednesday night. Facilities workers said the damage is the worst...
View ArticleGovernor declares financial emergency in Allen Park
BY RICK PLUTAMichigan Public RadioGovernor Rick Snyder has declared a financial emergency in Allen Park, which could lead to a state-appointed manager running the city. A bad investment in a movie...
View ArticlePublic union to bid on privatization contract
BY RICK PLUTAMichigan Public Radio NetworkA public employees' union said it will offer a counter-proposal if the state goes ahead with plans to privatize prison health care. Governor Rick Snyder has...
View ArticleCorunna soldier to be laid to rest today
Governor Rick Snyder has ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff today, in honor of Army Private First Class Shane Cantu of Corunna. He died August 28th in Afghanistan, at age 20.Cantu was...
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