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State Representative Jerry Neyer, a Republican from Shepherd, is organizing a roundtable discussion to address the recent Michigan Supreme Court ruling on restaurant tipping.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Clare County in week ending Sept. 14?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Clare County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

CMU launches new career platform for student job searches

Central Michigan University (CMU) has introduced Career Central, a new platform powered by 12twenty, to assist students in their job search. Launched in August 2024, the platform connects CMU students with a network of over 19,000 employers.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Clare County in week ending Sept. 14

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Clare County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Central Michigan University prepares for its fourth year at America's Thanksgiving Parade

America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner White is preparing for its 98th year in Detroit. The parade, a longstanding tradition for Michigan families, also draws millions of television viewers nationwide every Thanksgiving morning.

2 gas stations in cities throughout Isabella County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Sept. 7

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Isabella County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

CMU professor Jeffrey Weinstock receives awards and publishes multiple books

Central Michigan University Professor of English Jeffrey Weinstock experienced a summer marked by significant professional and academic achievements. Known for courses such as Monsters and Their Meanings, Fantasy and Science Fiction, Weinstock was recently honored with the Science Fiction Research Award and the Humanities Scholar of the Year award for his contributions to American Gothic and Horror studies.

Moolenaar emphasizes need to out-innovate Chinese Communist Party

WASHINGTON D.C. -- Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party delivered remarks this morning as the featured speaker at the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation's event "Can China Innovate in Advanced Industries?"

CMU hosts town hall on voting safeguards with state officials

On September 21, 2024, Central Michigan University (CMU) will host a Town Hall and Question & Answer event focusing on voting rights and election integrity. Organized by the Mary Ellen Brandell Volunteer Center in partnership with the Office of the Attorney General and the Department of State, the event will feature Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and Michigan Deputy Secretary of State Aghogho Edevbie. The discussion will highlight the steps Michigan is taking to ensure a free and fair election this November.

CMU Board of Trustees schedules September meeting

The Central Michigan University Board of Trustees will convene next week, with committee meetings scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, and a formal session on Thursday, September 26.

Lawmakers urge inclusion of Coast Guard facilities under CFIUS jurisdiction

WASHINGTON D.C. — Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party and Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (R-NC), have sent a letter urging United States Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen to include U.S. Coast Guard facilities and other sensitive sites under the jurisdiction of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). The letter also requests that CFIUS reviews be conducted retroactively when a site is newly added to CFIUS’s list of sensitive sites.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Clare County in week ending Sept. 7?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Clare County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Pete Souza to present on leadership and legacy at Central Michigan University

Pete Souza, former Chief Official White House Photographer for Presidents Ronald Reagan and Barack Obama, will give a presentation on leadership and legacy at Central Michigan University on Monday, September 30. Hosted by CMU’s School of Communication, Journalism, and Media, Souza’s talk will provide audiences with a behind-the-scenes look at life in the White House through the lens of his camera.

Mathematics Assistance Center provides support for CMU students

The Mathematics Assistance Center at Central Michigan University serves as a resource for students seeking help in mathematics or statistics across various disciplines. The MAC primarily assists those enrolled in 100- or 200-level math and introductory statistics courses but also supports students in more advanced classes and subjects such as science, business, and fashion merchandising.

Lawmakers introduce bipartisan bill aimed at reforming federal procurement

WASHINGTON D.C. — Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, alongside Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-KY) and Ranking Member Jamie Raskin (D-MD), introduced the Federal Acquisition Security Council (FASC) Improvement Act of 2024. This bill aims to enhance the Council’s ability to protect the federal supply chain from entities owned or controlled by foreign adversaries by excluding such...

Central Michigan University researcher aims to improve accuracy of over-the-counter hearing aids

Sarah Grinn will measure numerous ears over the next five years to enhance hearing aid effectiveness.

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Lenawee County Schools: Adrian High School welcomed most students in 2023-24 school year

In the 2023-24 school year, Adrian High School experienced the largest enrollment among Lenawee County schools.

General officer alumni event connects students with top-tier leaders

Major Gen. Darren Werner, a Central Michigan University (CMU) alumnus, will engage with students from the university's InSciTE program during the General Officer/Flag Officer Alumni Event on September 20-21. Werner, who joined CMU in 1985 as part of its ROTC program, reflects fondly on his upbringing in Michigan’s Thumb and his diverse military career that included deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and Korea.

Isabella County Education: Which school had most students enrolled in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, Mt. Pleasant Senior High School experienced the largest enrollment among Isabella County schools.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Isabella County in week ending Sept. 7