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Michigan’s Unemployment Rate Rises SharplyMichigan’s Unemployment Rate Rises Sharply

Michigan’s Unemployment Rate Rises Sharply

News Summary Michigan is experiencing the highest increase in unemployment rates in the nation, rising from 5.3% to 5.4%. This…

4 months ago
Consumers Energy Customers in Michigan to Face New Rate HikeConsumers Energy Customers in Michigan to Face New Rate Hike

Consumers Energy Customers in Michigan to Face New Rate Hike

News Summary Consumers Energy customers in Michigan are set to face a rate hike starting April 4, 2025. This $153.8…

4 months ago
Michigan Customers Face New Electricity Rate HikeMichigan Customers Face New Electricity Rate Hike

Michigan Customers Face New Electricity Rate Hike

News Summary Michigan residents will see a 2.8% increase in electricity rates as Consumers Energy receives approval for a $154…

4 months ago
AuSable River Queen Riverboat Sinks in Oscoda TownshipAuSable River Queen Riverboat Sinks in Oscoda Township

AuSable River Queen Riverboat Sinks in Oscoda Township

News Summary The AuSable River Queen, a beloved paddlewheel riverboat, sank unexpectedly in Oscoda Township on March 11. Community members…

4 months ago
Unemployment Claims Rise in Michigan Amid Federal Job CutsUnemployment Claims Rise in Michigan Amid Federal Job Cuts

Unemployment Claims Rise in Michigan Amid Federal Job Cuts

News Summary Michigan is witnessing an increase in unemployment claims as the state reports 6,502 filings for the week ending…

4 months ago
Rochester Hills Faces Economic Jitters from TariffsRochester Hills Faces Economic Jitters from Tariffs

Rochester Hills Faces Economic Jitters from Tariffs

News Summary Rochester Hills, Michigan, is on edge as Mayor Bryan Barnett warns of potential economic consequences due to new…

5 months ago
Michigan Faces Economic Challenges Amidst New TariffsMichigan Faces Economic Challenges Amidst New Tariffs

Michigan Faces Economic Challenges Amidst New Tariffs

News Summary As Michigan prepares for the implications of a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, the state's…

5 months ago
Michigan Experiences Decrease in Unemployment ClaimsMichigan Experiences Decrease in Unemployment Claims

Michigan Experiences Decrease in Unemployment Claims

News Summary Recent data from the U.S. Department of Labor shows that initial filings for unemployment benefits in Michigan have…

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
Akasol to Close Two Michigan Plants, Lay Off 188 WorkersAkasol to Close Two Michigan Plants, Lay Off 188 Workers

Akasol to Close Two Michigan Plants, Lay Off 188 Workers

News Summary Akasol, Inc. has announced the closure of its plants in Hazel Park and Warren, Michigan, effective April 14,…

5 months ago