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Florida man sentenced for criminal enterprise across multiple Michigan counties

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 27, 2024

Juan Miguel Rodriguez-Venegas, 55, from Florida, has been sentenced to 2 to 20 years in prison by Judge Stephen P. Carras of the 42nd Circuit Court in Midland County. The sentencing follows his guilty plea to one count of Conducting a Criminal Enterprise in August. Rodriguez-Venegas was involved in stealing money orders and cash from drop boxes at apartment complexes and mobile home parks. He has also been ordered to pay restitution, with the amount not exceeding $36,235.

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Northern Michigan cross country to compete at Lucian Rosa Invite

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 27, 2024

The Northern Michigan University cross country team is set to compete at the Lucian Rosa Invite in Kenosha, Wisconsin, on Saturday, September 28. The Wildcats will participate in the 6K race hosted by the University of Wisconsin Parkside, starting at 11 a.m. ET.

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101,012 1st-grade students in Michigan schools in 2023-24 school year

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

Michigan schools registered 2,013 fewer 1st-grade students in the 2023-24 school year, according to reports from the Michigan Department of Education.

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Michigan sees inflation increase as of August 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

As of August 2024, Michigan experienced a 20.5% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.3% increase.

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Defense Credit Union Council: Proposed credit card bill could increase fraud risk for Michigan veterans

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) told Michigan's U.S. senators in May that proposed credit card regulations would “risk military financial readiness,” and the council is now saying the bill could “jeopardize veterans’ financial security.”

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FOIA Request Sent to Washtenaw County Regarding County Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

FOIA Request to Washtenaw County Regarding County Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024.

FOIA Request Sent to Presque Isle County Regarding Vendor Payments in 2024 on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

FOIA Request to Presque Isle County Regarding Vendor Payments in 2024 on September 26, 2024.

FOIA Request Sent to Osceola County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Osceola County, Michigan, regarding vendor payments on September 26, 2024. The request was made by Great Lakes Wire, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.

FOIA Request Sent to Iosco County Regarding Vendor Payments in 2024 on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

FOIA Request to Iosco County Regarding Vendor Payments in 2024 on September 26, 2024.

FOIA Request Sent to Sanilac County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Sanilac County on September 26, 2024. The request was made by Great Lakes Wire, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.

FOIA Request Sent to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Dekalb County on September 26, 2024. The request, sent by DeKalb Times, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, sought detailed information about the county's vendor payments.

FOIA Request Sent to Macomb County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

FOIA Request to Macomb County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024.

FOIA Request Sent to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Dekalb County in Illinois regarding vendor payments on September 26, 2024. The request was made by DeKalb Times, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.

FOIA Request Sent to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments in 2024 on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Dekalb County, Illinois, regarding vendor payments for the year 2024. The request was made on September 26, 2024.

FOIA Request Sent to Van Buren County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

FOIA Request to Van Buren County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024.

FOIA Request Sent to Ionia County Regarding Vendor Payments in 2024 on September 26th

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

FOIA Request to Ionia County Regarding Vendor Payments in 2024 on September 26th.

FOIA Request Sent to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

FOIA Request to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024.

FOIA Request Sent to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Dekalb County in Illinois on September 26, 2024. The request was made by DeKalb Times, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.

FOIA Request Sent to Leelanau County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Leelanau County, Michigan, on September 26, 2024. The request, submitted by Great Lakes Wire, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, sought detailed information about county vendor payments.

FOIA Request Sent to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 26, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Dekalb County, Illinois, regarding vendor payments on September 26, 2024. The request was made by DeKalb Times, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.