Lansing, MI - Michigan is committed to encouraging a strong foundation for life in all infants by supporting breastfeeding mothers for the first year of their child’s life and beyond. As part of this commitment, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is declaring August 2021 as Breastfeeding Awareness Month.

Lansing, MI - All Michigan families who are eligible for food assistance benefits are receiving an additional monthly payment in July in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced July 22, 2021.

Pontiac, MI - Oakland County has achieved the state and national goal of 70 percent COVID-19 vaccine coverage, County Executive Dave Coulter announced by video on the Executive Office Facebook page Friday July 23, 2021.

Detroit, MI - Mayor Mike Duggan will deliver an address July 12 at 7 p.m. to walk Detroit families through the process of claiming a powerful one-time child tax credit that can mean thousands of dollars of additional income for Detroit families with children.

Lansing, MI - Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has announced advances to the department’s service-driven operating model, and applauded the bipartisan support for legislation that affirms the model.

Lansing, MI - Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has designated July as Lakes Appreciation Month, highlighting a resource that fuels Michigan’s economy, is the source of drinking water for millions, draws tourists from around the world and offers countless opportunities for recreation.