This year will be decisive for the buildout of transformative energy infrastructure in Michigan. Most Michiganders may be unaware, but billions of dollars in lower energy costs are at play with the future of two new transmission lines soon to be proposed by the electric transmission utility, ITC. The projects are Michigan’s portion of a […]
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Michiganders are pivotal this election. We’re watching voters in these 8 counties.
Michigan, once again, is a pivotal state in this year’s presidential election. As the race heats up, the Free Press is focused on delivering coverage that encapsulates Michigan’s voters and the issues they’re most concerned about, both at the local level and ones debated on the national stage. In order to highlight how important Michigan […]
Michiganders can check status of Medicaid, food assistance benefits through new tracker
Michiganders waiting for updates on applications for Medicaid, food assistance or other benefits can now keep tabs through a new online tracker. On Monday, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) launched the function on the MI Bridges website to allow applicants to monitor their benefits status, instead of having to wait for […]
Michiganders would get first dibs on state campgrounds under bill
As Michigan’s state parks and forests have ballooned in popularity in recent years, reserving a campsite can be a tough ticket. But a proposal recently put forward in the Michigan House of Representatives aims to give state residents a small boost over out-of-staters when it comes to securing a spot. House Bill 5597, introduced by […]