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National Tax Freedom Day: Runestad calls on Democrats to stop raising taxes

By East Michigan News | Apr 18, 2024

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Jim Runestad paid tribute to National Tax Freedom Day on Thursday by calling on Michigan Democrats to stop raising taxes on hardworking Michiganders."Today is a day when we should be celebrating tax relief to help Michiganders keep more of their own money," said Runestad, R-White Lake. Since taking control of the Legislature in January 2023, Michigan Democrats have raised the state’s income tax, voted against tax relief for seniors and working families, and voted to raise taxes or fees over 20 times. Runestad expressed his concern by stating,...

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Gotion Parent Company Hosted Iranian Officials

By East Michigan News | Apr 18, 2024

Congressman John Moolenaar voted for legislation condemning the Iranian regime for its unprecedented attack on Israel last weekend. The resolution passed the House of Representatives with bipartisan support in a vote of 404 to 14.Regarding the connection between Iran and Gotion, Moolenaar expressed his concerns, stating, “Iran is the largest sponsor of terrorism in the world, an avowed enemy of the United States, and on April 13 it launched an unprecedented attack on Israel. For state and local officials to give Gotion millions of dollars, knowing Gotion will send its...

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Moolenaar Questions Labor Secretary on Policies that Hurt Michigan Farmers

By East Michigan News | Apr 17, 2024

Congressman John Moolenaar questioned Acting Secretary of Labor, Julie Su, in a hearing of the Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education today. Moolenaar pressed Su on department policies that have hurt farmers in Michigan, specifically addressing the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) for farm laborers in the state.Moolenaar expressed his concerns, stating, "Acting Secretary Su’s indifference to rural America has harmed Michigan farmers and their hope for a prosperous future. I have heard fifth and sixth-generation farmers in...

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Frost: Precinct Frost Township 00001

By East Michigan News | Apr 17, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 505 voters in Central Township of Frost: Precinct Frost Township 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Freeman: Precinct Freeman Township 00001

By East Michigan News | Apr 16, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 603 voters in Central Township of Freeman: Precinct Freeman Township 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Gladwin County Education: 88 Hispanic students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By East Michigan News | Apr 16, 2024

There were 88 Hispanic students enrolled in Gladwin County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Isabella County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 13

By East Michigan News | Apr 16, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Isabella County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Franklin: Precinct Franklin Township 00001

By East Michigan News | Apr 15, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 387 voters in Central Township of Franklin: Precinct Franklin Township 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Clare County schools in 2022-23 school year?

By East Michigan News | Apr 15, 2024

There were 148 Hispanic students enrolled in Clare County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Isabella County in week ending Apr. 13?

By East Michigan News | Apr 15, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Isabella County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Moolenaar Leads Michigan Colleagues in Calling on DOJ to Investigate “Death to America” Chants in Dearborn

By East Michigan News | Apr 15, 2024

Congressman John Moolenaar and four of his Republican colleagues in the Michigan delegation have urged Attorney General Merrick Garland to investigate the International Al-Quds Day rally in Dearborn. The rally, which took place on April 5, saw individuals chanting "Death to America," and "Death to Israel." This event is part of a concerning trend of anti-Semitic activities in the United States following the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel in October 2023.In a letter signed by Representatives Jack Bergman, Tim Walberg, John James, and Lisa McClain, alongside Moolenaar,...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Clare County in week ending Apr. 13?

By East Michigan News | Apr 14, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Clare County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Isabella County schools in 2022-23 school year?

By East Michigan News | Apr 14, 2024

There were 372 Hispanic students enrolled in Isabella County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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How did Central City of Clare: Precinct Clare City 00001 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Michigan News | Apr 14, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,188 voters in Central City of Clare: Precinct Clare City 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Which former East Michigan News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?

By East Michigan News | Apr 14, 2024

These former East Michigan News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15.

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East Michigan News area weekly mass times

By East Michigan News | Apr 13, 2024

The following parishes in the East Michigan News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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How did Central Township of Arthur: Precinct Arthur Township 00001 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By East Michigan News | Apr 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 341 voters in Central Township of Arthur: Precinct Arthur Township 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Grant: Precinct Grant Township 00001

By East Michigan News | Apr 12, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, an East Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,554 voters in Central Township of Grant: Precinct Grant Township 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Moolenaar Votes to Protect Americans’ Constitutional Rights

By East Michigan News | Apr 12, 2024

Congressman John Moolenaar voted in favor of an amendment that would require the Department of Justice to have a warrant before using surveillance to collect information on American citizens.“The requirement for a warrant makes our country stronger by protecting the civil liberties all Americans cherish. I will always stand for the Constitutional rights of Americans so all citizens can live freely in a safe and secure America,” said Moolenaar.The amendment was rejected by the House of Representatives in a 212-212 tie.

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Hauck renews calls for transparency, action to shield Michigan from border crisis

By East Michigan News | Apr 12, 2024

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Roger Hauck has reiterated his concerns about the lack of transparency from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer regarding the impact of the migrant crisis at the southern border on Michigan. Hauck called on Democratic leadership in the Senate to address legislation aimed at mitigating the repercussions of President Joe Biden's policies.Hauck emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating, "Federal intelligence agencies have acknowledged that known terrorists have taken advantage of the wide-open border, and the Department of Homeland Security recently warned...