South Michigan News

Both the Right and the Left demand Trump supporters take responsibility for violent protest

By Benjamin Kibbey | Jan 14, 2021

The recent protest-turned-riot at the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. have led those on both ends of the political spectrum to speak out against President Donald Trump’s continued assertion that the November election was stolen through fraud, demanding that Trump and his supporters take responsibility for a peaceful transition of power.

Alexander’s legislation ensuring that roads meet community needs becomes law

By Benjamin Kibbey | Oct 28, 2020

Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Julie Alexander (R-Hanover) that addresses asset management plans for local road agencies and encourages collaboration among state and local officials is now state law after being signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Hilsdale’s leaf collection efforts thwarted by bagging requirement

By Benjamin Kibbey | Oct 23, 2020

Leaf collection woes surrounding a mandate for Hillsdale residents to bag their leaves brought emotions to the surface at a recent meeting of the Hillsdale City Council.

Kahle to hold contest inviting Lenawee County fourth-grade students to create a new law

By Benjamin Kibbey | Oct 1, 2020

Rep. Bronna Kahle (R-Adrian) is encouraging Lenawee County fourth-graders to think about the legislative process and how it affects state residents with the “There Ought To Be A Law” contest she is sponsoring.

Shirkey: Judge’s order that belated absentee ballots must be counted will cause election disaster

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 28, 2020

After Michigan Court of Claims Judge Cynthia Stephens recently ordered clerks to count absentee ballots postmarked by Nov. 2, even if they are received up to two weeks after election day -- overturning the existing law that requires absentee ballots to be received by election day to be counted -- Republicans responded quickly by seeking to have the order overturned.

Shirkey addresses accusations he wants chaos on election night in November

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 26, 2020

Michigan Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey (R-Clarklake) recently appeared on WJR's "The Frank Beckmann Show" to address accusations that he is only lukewarm on legislation to permit county clerks to begin the count of mail-in ballots on Monday, Nov. 2, instead of waiting for election day.

From Shiawassee Times

Michigan school districts opt for a variety of options for fall reopening

By Benjamin Kibbey | 4 years ago

Bridge Michigan recently published a list detailing not only the reopening plans for local school districts across the state, but how those plans will progress into the coming year, with the promise to continue updating the information as it changes.

Michigan economic expert discusses Trump's recent executive actions

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 5, 2020

As Congress failed to come to an agreement regarding COVID-19-specific unemployment payments and other emergency benefits, President Donald Trump responded by taking action through executive order and presidential memoranda, but what do those actions really mean for the average American?

Kahle backs legislation to prevent low-level crimes from filling Michigan jails

By Benjamin Kibbey | Aug 1, 2020

Michigan Rep. Bronna Kahle (R-Adrian) recently added her support to a bipartisan plan aimed at reducing criminal recidivism by making it easier for those with a minor criminal history to become productive members of society.

Gun rights resolutions passing locally as state restrictions are advocated by Gov. Whitmer

By Benjamin Kibbey | Mar 28, 2020

Communities across Michigan are taking a stand in support of gun rights by passing local legislation – though mostly non-binding resolutions – and sending a message to elected state officials at the same time.