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Childcare advocates testify against overregulation in industry

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 14, 2025

SBAM’s Grassroots Coordinator and Policy Advisor, Jacob Manning, testified with Lindsey Potter, owner of Bright Light Early Care & Education and Chair of the Board of Directors for the Childcare Providers Association of Michigan.

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Judge orders Trump administration to rehire laid-off federal workers

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 14, 2025

A federal judge has mandated the Trump administration to reinstate most of the federal employees recently laid off and issued a temporary restraining order against further terminations.

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Northern Michigan Wildcats advance to NCAA Round of 32 after defeating Hillsdale Chargers

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 14, 2025

For the second consecutive season, the Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's basketball team has advanced in the NCAA Tournament.

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First measles case of 2025 confirmed in Michigan's Oakland County

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 14, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Oakland County Health Division have confirmed the first measles case in Michigan for 2025.

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Saginaw officials face trial over alleged election law violations

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 14, 2025

Saginaw City Council member Monique Lamar-Silvia and former council candidate Eric Eggleston are set to stand trial in Saginaw County's 10th Circuit Court.

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Gift card scam leads to arrests at Metro Detroit Meijer stores

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 14, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced the arrest of two Chinese nationals, Guangji Zhang and Huachao Sun, on March 5 in connection with an alleged gift card scam targeting Meijer stores in Metro Detroit.

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Chelsea Plank Flooring emphasizes customer feedback in operations

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 14, 2025

Frame Industries, Inc., also known as Chelsea Plank Flooring, is a company that has been in operation for three decades.

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Speaker urged to advance FOIA reforms during Sunshine Week

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 14, 2025

Common Cause Michigan is urging House Speaker Matt Hall to advance significant changes to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) in the Michigan House.

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Task masking emerges as a concern for HR amid return-to-office mandates

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 14, 2025

As companies implement return-to-office mandates, a new trend called task masking is emerging.

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NMU men's swim team wins silver at NCAA Championship

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 14, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's swim and dive team concluded the fourth day of the NCAA Championships with a silver medal and several All-America honors.

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Attorney General Nessel joins effort against Trump's bid to remove NLRB member

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 13, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief opposing President Donald Trump's attempt to remove Gwynne Wilcox from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).

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Northern Michigan men's golf heads to SVSU Spring Invitational in Kentucky

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 13, 2025

The Northern Michigan University men's golf team is set to participate in the SVSU Spring Invitational in Lexington, Kentucky.

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Seven Northern Michigan wrestlers earn NWCA Scholar All-American honors

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 13, 2025

The National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) has announced the 2025 NCAA Women's Scholar All-American Awards.

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ADA compliance ensures fair treatment for disabled workers

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 13, 2025

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a crucial law aimed at preventing discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment.

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Michigan launches new tool for public health insights by legislative districts

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 13, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has introduced the Michigan Public Health Data Dashboard.

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Attorneys general sue Trump administration over Department of Education cuts

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 13, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has taken legal action against the Trump administration in response to its plan to significantly reduce the workforce of the Department of Education (DOE).

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Leaders testify on social enterprise development in Senate subcommittee

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 13, 2025

SBAM President & CEO Brian Calley and Incompass Michigan President & CEO Todd Culver recently presented their testimony before the Senate Appropriations LEO and MEDC Subcommittee.

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NMU men's swim team secures multiple All-American honors at NCAA Championship

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 13, 2025

The NMU men's swim and dive team concluded their participation in the 2025 NCAA National Championships, securing several All-American honors.

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NMU women's ski team shines at national championships with podium finishes

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 13, 2025

The NMU women's alpine ski team had a notable performance at the National Championships in Bend, Oregon.

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NMU men's alpine team secures third place at USCSA National Championship

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 13, 2025

The NMU men's alpine team secured a third-place finish at the USCSA National Championship in Bend, Oregon, showcasing strong performances from its athletes.