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Kalamazoo Welcomes New Manufacturing JobsKalamazoo Welcomes New Manufacturing Jobs

Kalamazoo Welcomes New Manufacturing Jobs

News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced over $23 million in state funding for three counties in Michigan to expand…

4 months ago
Michigan’s 2026 Budget Proposal Sparks ControversyMichigan’s 2026 Budget Proposal Sparks Controversy

Michigan’s 2026 Budget Proposal Sparks Controversy

News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer has unveiled the proposed budget for Michigan for 2026, which includes over $208 million in…

4 months ago
Bangor Township Welcomes Vice President to Discuss Economic VisionBangor Township Welcomes Vice President to Discuss Economic Vision

Bangor Township Welcomes Vice President to Discuss Economic Vision

News Summary Vice President JD Vance recently visited Bangor Township, Michigan, addressing local manufacturing, economic challenges, and the importance of…

4 months ago
Michigan Lawmakers Pass Key Wage LegislationMichigan Lawmakers Pass Key Wage Legislation

Michigan Lawmakers Pass Key Wage Legislation

News Summary Michigan lawmakers have successfully passed Senate Bill 8, which maintains the tipped wage credit and implements a phased…

5 months ago
Kalamazoo Bids Farewell to Rugger’s Up & Under After 30 YearsKalamazoo Bids Farewell to Rugger’s Up & Under After 30 Years

Kalamazoo Bids Farewell to Rugger’s Up & Under After 30 Years

News Summary Rugger's Up & Under, Kalamazoo's beloved pub and official rugby bar, will close its doors permanently on March…

5 months ago
Michigan House Votes to Pause Tipped Workers’ Wage IncreaseMichigan House Votes to Pause Tipped Workers’ Wage Increase

Michigan House Votes to Pause Tipped Workers’ Wage Increase

News Summary The Michigan House of Representatives has voted to delay a court ruling that would phase out the lower…

5 months ago
Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act Faces Legislative ChangesMichigan’s Earned Sick Time Act Faces Legislative Changes

Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act Faces Legislative Changes

News Summary As the February 21, 2025 deadline approaches, Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act is under scrutiny due to proposed…

5 months ago
Michigan Senate Approves Minimum Wage and Tipped Wage UpdatesMichigan Senate Approves Minimum Wage and Tipped Wage Updates

Michigan Senate Approves Minimum Wage and Tipped Wage Updates

News Summary The Michigan Senate has approved Senate Bill 8, which aims to raise the minimum wage to $15 per…

5 months ago
Michigan Senate Passes New Minimum Wage BillMichigan Senate Passes New Minimum Wage Bill

Michigan Senate Passes New Minimum Wage Bill

News Summary The Michigan Senate has approved a new bill that will increase the minimum wage to $12.48 by February…

5 months ago
Major Changes in Paid Sick Leave and Minimum Wage in MichiganMajor Changes in Paid Sick Leave and Minimum Wage in Michigan

Major Changes in Paid Sick Leave and Minimum Wage in Michigan

News Summary Michigan is poised for significant updates to its paid sick leave and minimum wage laws, with new regulations…

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