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News from February 2025

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Branding expert highlights importance of core identity over visuals for small businesses

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 11, 2025

In the world of small business, branding is often misunderstood as merely a visual endeavor.

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Attorney General Nessel warns of potential impact if CFPB operations are halted

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 11, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has expressed concern over the future of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) following a directive from the Trump administration to halt its operations.

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MDARD shares tips for keeping pets safe this Valentine's Day

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 11, 2025

As Valentine's Day approaches, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is urging pet owners to prioritize their animals' safety and well-being during the celebrations.

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Whitmer unveils $3 billion road funding plan with new corporate taxes

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 11, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has introduced a $3 billion road funding proposal aimed at addressing Michigan's infrastructure needs.

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Michigan AG warns against jury duty scam targeting residents

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 11, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reiterated her warning to residents about a scam involving impersonation of government entities.

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Public meeting set for M-46 project discussion in Muskegon

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 11, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will hold a public meeting on February 24 to discuss the planned reconstruction of M-46 (Apple Avenue) in Muskegon.

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Michigan urges vigilance against avian flu as spring bird migration begins

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 11, 2025

As spring migration for wild birds approaches, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is urging animal owners to stay vigilant against highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI).

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M-46 roadwork in Sanilac County begins February 17

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is set to commence the next phase of a significant infrastructure project in Sanilac County, involving an investment of $26.4 million.

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Small Business Briefing discusses Michigan road funding and tariffs

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

In a recent edition of the Small Business Briefing, hosts Brian Calley and Kelli Saunders addressed several pressing issues impacting Michigan.

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Michigan employers face increased immigration enforcement under new executive orders

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

On January 20, 2025, President Trump issued several executive orders on his first day in office to advance his immigration agenda.

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AG Nessel joins lawsuit against Deere & Company over repair monopoly allegations

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has aligned with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and attorneys general from four states in a lawsuit against Deere & Company.

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Jacy Weisbrod earns GLIAC Offensive Player of the Week honor again

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

Northern Michigan University's Jacy Weisbrod has been recognized as the GLIAC Offensive Player of the Week for the second time this season.

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Court orders restoration of federal funds halted by Trump administration

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

Today, a federal court has taken action on a motion filed by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, along with 23 other attorneys general.

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Kalamazoo man sentenced up to 50 years for cold-case sexual assault

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

Shawn Darnell Robinson Hopkins, a 39-year-old from Kalamazoo, was sentenced last week to 12-50 years in prison for the 2005 sexual assault of a minor.

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Nessel leads multi-state suit against Trump administration over NIH funding cuts

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has initiated a lawsuit against the Trump Administration, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) alongside 22 other attorneys general.

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Michigan highlights safe pesticide practices during National Pesticide Safety Education Month

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is using National Pesticide Safety Education Month this February to emphasize the importance of safe pesticide use in homes and businesses.

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NMU athletics prepare for busy week of competitions across multiple sports

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

Northern Michigan University (NMU) Athletics is gearing up for a busy week with several key matchups and events scheduled from February 13 to February 16, 2025.

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Court blocks NIH grant cuts challenged by 22 attorneys general

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 10, 2025

Judge Angel Kelley of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts has granted a Temporary Restraining Order in response to a request from Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

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Workplace learning needs urgent update amid rising employee concerns

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 9, 2025

Employees are increasingly concerned about the obsolescence of their job skills, as revealed by the TalentLMS Annual L&D Benchmark Report.

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Attorneys general challenge Trump administration’s deferred resignation offer for federal workers

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 9, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a group of 21 attorneys general in challenging the Trump administration's federal "buyout" plan, which affects federal employees.