Government & Political News

Oakland County Executive Spending Plan Proposes Key Investments

Pontiac, MI - Shaped by a vision for post-pandemic recovery, Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter submitted a balanced three-year budget recommendation to the Board of Commissioners (BOC) Thursday, July 1, 2021.

Fire Danger Reaches Extreme Territory In Parts Of Michigan

Lansing, MI - Michigan’s warm, dry, weather has created a lot of beautiful days for outdoor activity – and a steeply increased risk of fire. That means taking extra care when camping, burning, or using equipment outdoors.

Legislative Package In MI Announced To Strengthen Conservator Laws

Lansing, MI - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel was joined Thursday, June 10, 2021 by Michigan Supreme Court Justice Megan Cavanagh, Representative Graham Filler, Senator Roger Victory and a bipartisan group of state legislators to announce legislation implementing fundamental reforms impacting guardians and conservators—individuals appointed by probate courts to act in the best interests of vulnerable individuals.

Flags Lowered Across MI To Honor Former Senator Donald Eugene Bishop

Lansing, MI - Governor Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex to be lowered to half-staff on Saturday, June 5 to honor the life and service of former State Senator Donald Eugene Bishop. The flag honors will coincide with his funeral service.

Celebrate Michigan Dairy Month Throughout June

Lansing, MI - Governor Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed June as Michigan Dairy Month, coinciding with National Dairy Month, to celebrate the state’s dairy farmers and dairy processors; to recognize the dairy industry’s contribution to the state’s economy; and to promote the health and nutrition benefits of dairy products.

Consumer Advisory Issued On Invasive Moth Detected In MI Nurseries

Lansing, MI - The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has identified box tree moth (Cydalima perspectalis) in nurseries and greenhouses in the United States, including Michigan.

MDARD Issues Consumer Advisory On Recall Expansion Of Beans

Lansing, MI - (The following recall information is being shared by Michigan Dept. of Agriculture & Rural Development [MDARD] as a courtesy on behalf of Randall Foods, Inc.) Randall Foods, Inc. of Cincinnati, Ohio is recalling certain jarred beans under the “Hurst’s” Brand because of manufacturing deviations that may pose a potential health risk.

Flags Across Michigan To Remain Lowered For Memorial Day

Lansing, MI - Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and upon all public buildings and grounds across the state of Michigan to remain lowered to half-staff on Monday, May 31 from sunrise until noon in recognition of Memorial Day.

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