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Which high school alumni from South Michigan area will play in games during the week starting Monday, Sept. 15?

By T. C. Waller | Sep 12, 2025

The week beginning Monday, Sept. 15 will showcase these former South Michigan area high school standouts.

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How many Springport Public Schools students were considered ready for college in 2023-24 school year?

By M. I. Gordon | Sep 12, 2025

Springport Public Schools ranked the 195th lowest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

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Michigan House advances bill ensuring federal benefits reach youth aging out of foster care

By N. T. Bennett | Sep 11, 2025

State Representative Kathy Schmaltz and the Michigan House have approved legislation aimed at improving support for young people in the state’s foster care system as they transition into adulthood.

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Rep. Jenkins-Arno welcomes state police detective sergeant for annual 9/11 memorial ceremony

By V. E. Bishop | Sep 11, 2025

Rep. Nancy Jenkins-Arno hosted Michigan State Police Detective Sergeant Larry Rothman from Tecumseh at the Michigan State Capitol during the annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony organized by the Michigan House of Representatives.

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Northwest Community Schools students ranked the 206th lowest statewide in college readiness in 2023-24 school year

By M. I. Gordon | Sep 11, 2025

Northwest Community Schools ranked the 206th lowest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

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Rep. Bruck questions DHHS oversight after Monroe County child welfare failures

By T. C. Waller | Sep 10, 2025

State Rep. William Bruck raised concerns about the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) during a House Oversight Committee hearing on Tuesday.

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Chairman Walberg issues statement on death of Charlie Kirk

By N. T. Bennett | Sep 10, 2025

Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) released a statement following the death of Charlie Kirk, highlighting Kirk’s role in promoting free speech among students. “Today we lost a true champion of free speech.

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Walberg joins Secretary McMahon for school choice discussions on Michigan education tour

By N. T. Bennett | Sep 10, 2025

Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) participated in a roundtable discussion with Education Secretary Linda McMahon during her visit to Michigan.

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Tim Walberg addresses education policy, crime prevention, and permitting reform in recent posts

By N. T. Bennett | Sep 10, 2025

Rep. Tim Walberg shared views on educational priorities, public safety concerns following a crime involving Iryna Zarutska, and advocated for streamlined permitting processes in recent posts dated September 9-10, 2025.

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Lawmakers propose renaming East Lansing road after Magic Johnson

By N. T. Bennett | Sep 10, 2025

State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz and Sen.

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Which former South Michigan area high school stars will compete on Saturday, Sept. 13?

By E. M. Mitchell | Sep 10, 2025

These former South Michigan area high school standouts will be competing on Saturday, Sept. 13.

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Michigan senator backs measure tying state budget deadline to lawmakers' pay

By V. E. Bishop | Sep 9, 2025

Senator Roger Victory has announced his support for a proposed amendment to the Michigan Constitution that would stop pay for lawmakers and the governor if the state budget is not finished by July 1.

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Michigan House passes Jenkins-Arno’s bill targeting deceptive online ticket sales

By T. C. Waller | Sep 9, 2025

State Rep. Nancy Jenkins-Arno (R-Rollin Township) has announced that her proposed legislation to address deceptive online ticket sales has passed the Michigan House of Representatives. “This bill is about fairness and transparency,” said...

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Were Sand Creek Community Schools students in 2023-24 school year ready for college?

By M. I. Gordon | Sep 9, 2025

Sand Creek Community Schools ranked the 221st lowest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

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Walberg addresses sharp decline in U.S. student test performance

By N. T. Bennett | Sep 9, 2025

Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) responded to the latest National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) results, which show significant declines in student achievement across math, science, and reading. “Today’s...

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Tim Walberg highlights legislative efforts and education initiatives in recent posts

By T. C. Waller | Sep 9, 2025

U.S. Congressman Tim Walberg shared updates about tax legislation and educational priorities across several social media posts dated September 8-9, 2025.

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Higher college readiness rates among Napoleon Community Schools students in 2023-24 school year

By M. I. Gordon | Sep 8, 2025

Napoleon Community Schools ranked the 227th lowest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

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Onsted Community Schools students ranked the 242nd lowest statewide in college readiness in 2023-24 school year

By M. I. Gordon | Sep 7, 2025

Onsted Community Schools ranked the 242nd lowest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

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Entertainment events this week in South Michigan: Sept. 7-13

By L. L. Hudson | Sep 7, 2025

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in South Michigan this week.

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Addison Community Schools registered decline in college readiness in 2023-24 school year

By M. I. Gordon | Sep 6, 2025

Addison Community Schools ranked the 263rd lowest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.