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MDARD announces $3.8M grants to boost Michigan's agricultural projects

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 28, 2025

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has allocated more than $3.8 million in grants to support 51 projects across the state.

Attorney General warns of toll road smishing scam in Michigan

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 28, 2025

Michigan consumers are being alerted by Attorney General Dana Nessel about a new smishing scam targeting toll road users.

Karsrud secures fifth place for NMU at SuperTour Finals sprints

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 28, 2025

The Northern Michigan University men's nordic ski team concluded its participation in the SuperTour Finals sprints in Lake Placid, New York.

Michigan Supreme Court reinstates anti-terrorism law for further review

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 28, 2025

Today, the Michigan Supreme Court overturned a recent decision by the Michigan Court of Appeals, which had declared the state's anti-terrorism statute unconstitutional.

Attorneys general highlight conservation concerns on podcast

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 28, 2025

In a recent episode of the podcast "Pantsuits and Lawsuits," Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes addressed the ongoing environmental crisis in the United States.

Michigan to implement increased unemployment benefits from April 2, following 2025 legislation

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 28, 2025

Michigan's legislature approved measures to increase Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits last December, despite concerns from the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) and other business community members.

Michigan announces grant for nursing home quality-of-life projects

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 28, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Long Term Care Operations Section has released a Grant Funding Opportunity (GFO) intended to support quality-of-life improvement projects for nursing home residents.

Mega Millions unveils new game version with larger starting jackpots

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 27, 2025

Michiganders will soon experience an updated version of the Mega Millions lottery game.

VIP cleaning service firm emphasizes employee recognition and motivation

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 27, 2025

On the Small Business Association of Michigan's Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers interviews Lainie Buckles, the owner of Domestic Divas Cleaning Services.

Nessel and 30 AGs urge Congress for authorized prison cell phone jamming

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 27, 2025

Michigan's Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined 30 other attorneys general in urging Congress to enact federal legislation permitting states to implement cell phone jamming systems in prisons.

How many H-1B petitions made by Michigan employers were approved during 2024?

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 98.2% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in Michigan were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

NMU men’s nordic ski team competes in SuperTour Finals

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 26, 2025

The Northern Michigan University men's Nordic ski team began their participation in the SuperTour Finals with a 10 km Individual Start Freestyle race, held in Lake Placid, New York.

Macomb County woman wins big with Michigan Lottery's instant jackpot

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 26, 2025

A woman from Macomb County has won a $1 million prize playing the Michigan Lottery’s $1,000,000 Instant Jackpot instant game.

AGs urge resistance against alleged bullying by Trump administration

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 26, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, along with a coalition of 21 attorneys general, has issued an open letter to the legal community.

Michigan AG advises caution after 23andMe's bankruptcy filing

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 26, 2025

Following the recent Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing by genetic testing company 23andMe, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is advising account holders to take steps to safeguard their personal data.

NMU skiers finish Top-20 at SuperTour Finals' freestyle event

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 26, 2025

The NMU women's nordic ski team participated in the SuperTour Finals, beginning with the 10 km Individual Start Freestyle event.

Attorney General urges consumers to check eligibility for drug price compensation

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 26, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has called on consumers to verify their eligibility for compensation related to generic drug purchases.

Michigan: Government transfers accounted for 20.7% of total income in 2022, up from 8.1% in 1970

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 20.7% of income in Michigan. How does this compare to historical figures?

Economists predict slower growth for Michigan amid tariff impacts

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 25, 2025

Economists are anticipating a slowdown in Michigan's economic growth, influenced by the imposition of steel and aluminum tariffs and federal budget cuts.