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Average VA home loan amount in Alabama for Q1 totals $258,335

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 31, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Michigan during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $258,335, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Michigan collects $1.6 billion in property tax revenue in Q4

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 30, 2024

Michigan collected $1.6 billion in property taxes during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Michigan collects $530 million in license tax revenue in Q4

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 30, 2024

Michigan collected $530 million in license taxes during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Michigan’s combined tax revenues up 2.1% in Q4 compared to same quarter of the previous year

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 29, 2024

Michigan collected $10.5 billion in combined tax revenues, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Owner, Employees of Detroit Health Clinic Charged with Criminal Enterprise and Drug Offenses

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 29, 2024

LANSING – Yesterday, Salahuddin Ahmad, owner of Managing Health Pain Clinic on 8 Mile Road in Detroit, faced charges related to alleged criminal activities at his clinic, as announced by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Ahmad was arraigned in the 36th District Court in Wayne County for allegedly running a "pill mill" from his clinic.According to the Michigan Attorney General's office, Ahmad, along with three of his employees, have been charged for their involvement in the alleged enterprise. The clinic is accused of providing prescriptions for "Norcos," a highly...

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AG Nessel Amplifies 5 Consumer Alerts as Debt Awareness Week Ends

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 29, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued five debt-related alerts as Debt Awareness Week draws to a close, aiming to educate residents on managing their debt and protecting themselves from financial exploitation. Nessel emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, "Debt Awareness Week is a time for us to reassess our budgetary wellness and chart a path for a healthy financial future."The Attorney General's focus on consumer protection was evident as she highlighted the prevalence of scams targeting individuals facing tax debt issues, urging caution...

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Michigan’s property tax revenues up 8% in Q4 compared to same quarter of the previous year

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 28, 2024

Michigan collected $1.6 billion in property tax revenues, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Attorney General Nessel opposes new DTE Electric rate hike proposal

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 28, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced her intervention in DTE Electric's latest rate case before the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). The utility company is seeking an annual increase of over $450 million, which would take effect in January 2025 if approved. This request follows a recent rate hike of $368 million, impacting residential customers by at least $100 annually. In total, DTE aims to raise its rates by more than $800 million within 13 months.

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Attorney General Nessel seeks stricter penalties for Texas man violating robocall bans

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 28, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has requested the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas to take stricter measures against John Caldwell Spiller II for violating permanent bans on robocalls and telemarketing. This action follows a judgment from March 2023, which involved seven other state attorneys general who were part of the original case against Spiller. The lawsuit accused him of directing billions of illegal robocalls nationwide, with Michigan alone receiving over 42 million in 2019.

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Michigan’s sales and gross receipts tax revenue up 26.5% in Q4 compared to previous quarter

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 27, 2024

Michigan collected $4.5 billion in sales and gross receipts taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Former brewery owner pleads guilty to financial misconduct

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 27, 2024

Aaron Morse, the former owner of Dark Horse Brewery in Marshall, Michigan, has pled guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise. The plea was entered in the 37th Circuit Court in Calhoun County and involves charges related to withholding employee retirement contributions and healthcare premiums for personal use. This offense is classified as a 20-year felony.

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Northern Michigan athletes earn academic honors from College Sports Communicators

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 27, 2024

Three members of the Northern Michigan men's basketball team have been recognized with College Sports Communicators (CSC) All-District honors. The announcement was made on Tuesday, acknowledging the achievements of Max Weisbrod, Carson Smith, and Sam Privet.

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AG Nessel launches website for opioid settlement information

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 27, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has launched a new website to provide information on opioid settlement distributions. The site aims to assist residents and local governments by offering resources for addiction help, links to settlement documents, an opioid settlement payment estimator, and connections to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) for state grants.

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Lansing man charged for operating alleged retail crime ring targeting home improvement stores

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 27, 2024

Eric Tanner, a Lansing resident, has been charged with multiple counts of organized retail crime and conducting a criminal enterprise. The charges were announced by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel following Tanner's arraignment in Eaton County's 56A District Court.

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Maya Hunter named GLIAC Golfer of the Week after strong performance

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 27, 2024

The Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) has recognized Maya Hunter from Northern Michigan University (NMU) as the Golfer of the Week. This announcement follows an impressive performance by Hunter and her team at the Klash in Kentucky event.

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Michigan’s sales and gross receipts tax revenue up 41.3% in Q4 compared to same quarter of the previous year

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 26, 2024

Michigan collected $4.5 billion in sales and gross receipts taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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NMU men's nordic ski team concludes season at SuperTour Finals

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 26, 2024

The NMU men's nordic ski team wrapped up its 2023/24 season with the 40km Mass Start at the SuperTour Finals in Duluth, Minnesota. Luke Fricker and Kristoffer Karsrud led the team, finishing first and second among their teammates. Fricker completed the race in 1:53:09.1, while Karsrud followed closely with a time of 1:53:40.9. They placed 12th and 13th collegiately, and were ranked 34th and 35th overall.

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NMU women's nordic team finishes season strong at SuperTour Finals

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 26, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's nordic skiing team concluded their 2023/24 season at the SuperTour Finals with a 40km mass start event. The race took place in Duluth, Minnesota, where athletes Pearl Harvey, Kolibri Drobish, and Victoria Dybwad led the team's efforts.

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AG Nessel warns against post-storm scams amid severe weather forecasts

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 26, 2024

In anticipation of severe weather conditions forecasted to impact the Midwest, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued alerts on disaster-related scams and government imposters. The alerts aim to caution residents about potential scams that often follow storms.

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Weisbrod and Kuehl honored by D2CCA and NABC

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 25, 2024

Northern Michigan University's men's basketball players, Max Weisbrod and Dylan Kuehl, have received regional honors for their performances in the recent season. Sophomore guard Weisbrod was named to both the Division II Conference Commissioner's Association (D2CCA) All-Midwest Region First Team and the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) All-District First Team. Redshirt sophomore Kuehl earned a spot on the NABC All-District Second Team.