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Wednesday, March 5, 2025

News from March 2025

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Analysis: Michigan ranked 46th among U.S. states for psychiatric beds

By Great Lakes Wire reports | Mar 5, 2025

Michigan ranked 46th among 50 states plus the District of Columbia for the number of psychiatric beds per 100,000 people.

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NMU men's golf team starts spring season in fourth at Saddlebrook

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

The NMU men's golf team began its 2025 spring season at the Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel, Florida.

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Coalition files second motion against Trump Administration's alleged federal funding disruptions

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

On Friday, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, along with attorneys general from 22 other states, filed a second motion for enforcement in their lawsuit against the Trump Administration.

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Michigan AG highlights risks amid rising data breaches during National Consumer Protection Week

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

As part of National Consumer Protection Week, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued a consumer alert concerning data breaches.

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NMU women's nordic ski team competes at NCAA Championships

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

The NMU women's nordic ski team is set to compete in the 2025 NCAA Skiing Championships in Hanover, New Hampshire.

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Bipartisan deal reached on Earned Sick Time Act; effective immediately

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

Late in the evening of February 20, 2025, a bipartisan agreement was reached on the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA), with the new provisions taking effect on February 21.

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Whitmer emphasizes bipartisanship in State of the State address

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer delivered a State of the State address focusing on bipartisan solutions and relatable stories about Michigan residents' struggles.

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Northern Michigan wrestlers prepare for NCWWC National Championships

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

Three members of the Northern Michigan University women's wrestling team are set to compete in the NCWWC National Championships in Coralville, Iowa.

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Eaton County educator honored with Excellence in Education award from Michigan Lottery

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

Ryan Guimont, principal of Charlotte Middle School in Eaton County, has been awarded the Excellence in Education award by the Michigan Lottery.

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Deadline nears for unclaimed $250k Powerball prize

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

The deadline is approaching for the winner of a $250,000 Powerball prize to claim their reward.

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MDHHS discusses expanded investment in kinship care program under FY2026 budget

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Director Elizabeth Hertel recently met with kinship caregivers, advisory council members, and support staff at the MDHHS South Central Wayne Office in Detroit.

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Pietila leads NMU golf team at Saddlebrook Spring Kickoff

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's golf team commenced its 2025 spring season at the Saddlebrook Spring Kickoff held at the Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel, Florida.

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Governor Whitmer addresses licensing delays amid criticism from Republican leaders

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer addressed the issue of licensing and permitting delays in her State of the State speech, citing a case involving "Bethany from Lambertville," whose husband faced fines for working with an Ohio license in Michigan.

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Northern Michigan hosts Saginaw Valley in GLIAC quarterfinals

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

After finishing the regular season with a three-game winning streak, Northern Michigan University's women's basketball team is preparing to host a GLIAC quarterfinal game for the third consecutive year.

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Northern Michigan Wildcats face Grand Valley Lakers in GLIAC quarterfinals

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 4, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's basketball team is set to host Grand Valley State in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Quarterfinals.

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Michigan: Residents received $21.5 billion per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 3, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.8% of income in Michigan, providing an average of $2,143 per capita to residents.

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417 H-1B petitions filed by Finance and Insurance employers classified under the Finance and Insurance industry in Michigan in 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 3, 2025

In 2024, 417 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Finance and Insurance industry located in Michigan, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Attorney General Nessel backs Wayne County in appeal for anti-terrorism law reinstatement

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 3, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed an amicus brief supporting Wayne County Prosecutor's emergency application to the Michigan Supreme Court.

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Common Cause opposes HJR-B resolution citing voter suppression risks

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 3, 2025

In light of the House Election Integrity Committee's hearing on HJR-B, Suzanne Almeida, Vice President of State Operations for Common Cause, has issued a statement opposing the resolution.

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NMU women's golf team starts spring season at Saddlebrook Spring Kickoff

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 3, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's golf team is set to begin its 2025 spring season in Florida.