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Walberg Backed Farm Bill Passes U.S. House
(WASHINGTON D.C.) - U.S. Congressman Tim Walberg has voted in favor of legislation that would help farm programs. Walberg, a Republican who represents Michigan's 5th U.S. District cast a Yes vote for the Farm, Food And National Security Act. It authorizes farm programs for the n...
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Lakeland Announces Valedictorians For 2025-2026
(LAGRANGE) - Lakeland School Corporation is proud to announce the Valedictorians for the Class of 2026. This year's Valedictorians are Hayden Phillips, Shakthi Ramaschandran, Noah Tropp, Lana Vankoevering and Kabella Watkins. This group of exceptional students are being recogniz...
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Tabitha Wedge Presented With 41st Annual Liberty Bell Award
(CENTREVILLE) - A long time member of the St. Joseph County Courts has been presented with a special recognition.Thursday morning, the St. Joseph County Bar Association presented St Joseph County 3B District Court Administrator and Magistrate Tabitha Wedge with the 41st annual Liberty Bell Award....
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Wedemeyer Establishes Student Support Fund At Glen Oaks
(CENTREVILLE) - A new fund has been started to help out students at Glen Oaks Community College. Glen Oaks officials and the Glen Oaks Community College Foundation have announced that Dr. Richard Wedemeyer has established The Wedemeyer Student Support Fund with a $100,000 endowed...
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Michigan Unemployment Rate Unchanged In March
(LANSING) - Michigan's March seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged from February. The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget says the unemployment rate remained at 5% for the fifth consecutive month. Employment receded by 13,000 over the month, ...
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Coldwater Police Investigating Death Of Teen
(COLDWATER) - The Coldwater Department of Public Safety Police Division is investigating the death of a teenager who suffered a gunshot wound. Director of Public Safety Joseph Scheid says the 17 year old boy's mother returned home Thursday morning and called 911 after finding her...
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Sturgis Fire Department Responds To Early Morning Fire
(STURGIS) - It was an early start Thursday for the Sturgis Department of Public Safety Fire Division. Fire fighters responded to a residential structure fire at 511 Mechanic Street at 4:39 AM Thursday. Crews reported a fully involved garage fire that had extended to the home and t...
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Braun Launches AI Website Focusing On Jobs And Wages
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Governor Mike Braun has announced a new artificial intelligence initiative aimed at boosting jobs and wages across Indiana. State officials say the new "IN AI" website is designed to help businesses adopt AI tools, improve operations, and connect with workers. Th...
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SBA Offers Disaster Relief Following March 6 Tornadoes
(WASHINGTON) - Residents in Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana can apply for disaster relief following the March 6 tornadoes.The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced the availability of low interest Federal disaster loans for Michigan businesses, private nonprofits, and residents...
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The LaGrange County Sheriff's Office Receives New Equipment
(LAGRANGE) - The LaGrange County Sheriff's Office has received a new piece of equipment.Sheriff Tracy Harker says he and his office would like to extend their sincere appreciation to Formwright LLC, at 1195 South 250 West in LaGrange for their generous donation of a Roof Wrangler Ladder System to...
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