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Why leaders should prioritize integrity when hiring new employees

Hiring decisions can have a lasting impact on an organization’s culture and reputation.

By R. L. Long | Sep 9, 2025

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Small business leaders discuss collective advocacy on SBAM weekly podcast

By V. M. Crum | Sep 5, 2025

Adrian Hemond, CEO of Grassroots Midwest and a member of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) Board of Directors, discussed the challenges faced by small businesses in making their voices heard compared to large corporations. “The...

Powerball jackpot climbs to second highest ever at $1.8 billion

By R. L. Long | Sep 5, 2025

The Powerball jackpot has reached $1.8 billion, making it the second largest in both Powerball and U.S. lottery history.

NFIB supports Michigan bill aiming to reduce regulatory burden on small businesses

By V. M. Crum | Sep 4, 2025

NFIB Michigan Assistant State Director Tim Langholz appeared before the Michigan House Rules Committee to support House Bill 4160, which aims to reinstate a requirement that state departments justify why their administrative rules should be...

Eight men indicted for alleged role in high-end car theft ring

By R. L. Long | Sep 4, 2025

Eight men from Southeast Michigan have been indicted on charges related to a car theft and international smuggling operation, according to an announcement by United States Attorney Jerome F. Gorgon Jr.

Detroit player wins $2 million Powerball prize; third-largest jackpot up for grabs

By C. A. Pino | Sep 4, 2025

A Detroit resident has won a $2 million Powerball prize, marking the second significant win for Michigan players this week.

Restoration News: Gov. Whitmer delay in calling special election longest in modern history

By R. L. Long | Sep 3, 2025

Restoration News has reported that Governor Gretchen Whitmer is under scrutiny and facing a lawsuit for not calling a special election to fill Michigan's 35th State Senate seat.

Co-owner of Soderholm Bus & Mobility on BYD dispute: 'You can’t just cancel a dealer in Hawaii'

By M. H. Garcia | Sep 3, 2025

Erik Soderholm, co-owner of Soderholm Bus & Mobility, continues to operate a BYD electric vehicle in the United States following a unique dealer agreement and legal settlement.

Eaton County woman claims $150K Powerball win through Michigan Lottery online purchase

An Eaton County resident, Kaci Powers of Charlotte, won a $150,000 Powerball prize after purchasing her ticket online through the Michigan Lottery website.

Michigan Lottery announces September Bonus Draws for Daily 4 players

The Michigan Lottery will launch a Bonus Draws promotion for its Daily 4 game starting September 1.

Michigan Lottery offices to close for Labor Day; drawings remain scheduled

The Michigan Lottery announced that its headquarters in Lansing and all regional offices in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Livonia, Saginaw, and Sterling Heights will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.

Powerball jackpot reaches $815 million; tickets available until tonight

An $815 million Powerball jackpot is available in tonight’s drawing after no tickets matched all six numbers in Monday night’s game.

Powerball jackpot climbs to $1.4 billion ahead of tonight’s drawing

By R. L. Long | Sep 3, 2025

The Powerball jackpot for tonight's drawing has risen to $1.4 billion, with a cash option of $634.3 million available to the winner. “Michigan Lottery players have a shot at becoming a billionaire tonight with a $1.4 billion Powerball jackpot for...

Michigan House passes reduced state budget with major cuts to several departments

The Michigan House of Representatives passed a $54 billion omnibus budget bill on Tuesday, bringing the total state budget for the year to more than $78.5 billion when combined with earlier education budgets.

Sen. Nesbitt: Republicans passed a budget that 'cuts waste, fraud, and abuse'

Aric Nesbitt, a senator from Michigan, said that Republicans advanced a bipartisan budget aimed at reducing government waste and protecting family finances despite Democratic opposition.

Michigan GOP says tax cut is money straight into pockets of working families

The Michigan Republican Party (GOP) announced on the social media platform X that it is promoting a tax cut as direct relief for working families, highlighting that all named Democratic Senate candidates opposed it.

Michigan's Battle with 2025 Measles Outbreak: Numbers climb as of week ending Aug. 23

By A. N. Hart | Sep 2, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Michigan for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 10-49, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Aug. 16.

St. Joseph County man wins top prize in Michigan Lottery’s instant game

A St. Joseph County resident has claimed a $2 million prize after playing the Michigan Lottery’s $2,000,000 Lucky instant game.