DOE orders Michigan coal plant to remain available through November
A new DOE emergency order keeps Michigan’s 1,420-megawatt Campbell coal plant available through Nov. 14 amid MISO reliability concerns.
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Michigan says nine water systems reported cyberattack activity as FBI investigates
Nine Michigan water systems reported cyberattack-related activity after a July 22 federal alert. State officials said the systems continued operating safely, with no known public-health concern reported.
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Ithaca wins $250,000 state grant for Union Street project
Michigan approved a $250,000 Transportation Economic Development Fund grant for Ithaca’s Union Street project, with the city listing $686,100 in matching funds.
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Roscommon schools seek contractor to assess facilities and deferred maintenance
Roscommon Area Public Schools is seeking proposals for a district-wide facility assessment covering schools and transportation and maintenance buildings.
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Bellaire village names Jessie Fisher as new police chief
Deputy Jessie Fisher will become Bellaire’s police chief on June 4, 2026, after two applicants were interviewed by the Public Safety Committee.
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Livonia Requests $3.2 Million for New Police Headquarters
Livonia is seeking $3.2 million in state-directed spending for a new police headquarters at the Civic Center, replacing a station built in 1961.
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Freeland road work advances as W. Freeland Road project remains programmed and Garfield roundabout construction continues
A planned W. Freeland Road rehabilitation is listed for Freeland while a separate roundabout project at Freeland and Garfield roads remains tied to an eight-week construction schedule and detour.
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Dearborn Sets 2026-27 Window for City-Owned Development Sites
Dearborn plans competitive solicitations for city-owned redevelopment sites in late 2026 and early 2027 as it pursues a 10-year housing target.
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Midland Public Schools places facilities sinking-fund proposal on Nov. 3 ballot
Midland Public Schools approved ballot language for a proposed sinking fund focused on school safety, security and building needs. Voters will decide the measure Nov. 3, 2026.
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Lansing approves 182-day moratorium on new data centers
The Lansing City Council voted 7-1 to pause new data-center development for 182 days while the city drafts rules for future projects.
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Hesperia Community Schools receives $2.9 million state infrastructure grant
Hesperia Community Schools was awarded $2,913,040 through Michigan’s fiscal-year 2026 school-infrastructure grant program, part of a $224 million statewide investment.
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Cassopolis seeks $8.1 million for wastewater upgrades as projected bills rise 41%
Cassopolis is seeking state financing for wastewater improvements that could raise a typical residential monthly bill from $52.89 to $74.78 if the projected rate adjustment is adopted.
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Hemlock schools seek design-build proposals for elementary and early-childhood expansion
Hemlock Public School District is seeking a design-build team for a two-phase expansion and potential renovation project at Hemlock Elementary School and the Early Childhood Center.
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Dowagiac residents file federal class action over Alliance Cloud Services data-center noise
Lindy Valenzuela and John Valdes allege around-the-clock noise from a Dowagiac data center has interfered with nearby residents’ use of their homes.
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Ann Arbor Ends Local Tornado Emergency as Recovery Continues
Ann Arbor ended its local tornado emergency July 6 after the April 15 EF-1 tornado, but insurance claims remain for damage at two city facilities.
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Judge Clears Civil-Rights Case Over Patrick Lyoya’s Death to Proceed
A federal judge ruled that a jury may decide whether former Grand Rapids officer Christopher Schurr violated Patrick Lyoya’s civil rights.
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Utica begins 2026 roadway improvement program
Utica’s Engineering Department has launched the city’s 2026 Roadway Improvement Program, a broad effort focused on roadway conditions, public safety and the long-term life of local infrastructure.
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Edwardsburg plans request for homeowner repair funds, with 15-day objection period to follow
The Village of Edwardsburg plans to seek MSHDA CDBG funds for homeowner rehabilitation tied to income eligibility, local codes and state standards.
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Brownfield authority approves plan for 86-home Manistee Township development
The Manistee County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority unanimously approved the Kemmer Road plan for Allen Edwin Homes’ proposed 86-home residential development.
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Harrison opens bidding for paving on Isabella, Lakeview and Wilson streets
The City of Harrison is seeking contractor bids for a 2026 paving project on Isabella, Lakeview and Wilson streets. Bids are due July 30.
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Sterling Heights Begins First Comprehensive Police Department Review
Sterling Heights has launched its first comprehensive strategic review of the police department, with a possible focus on operations, leadership and staffing.
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Federal officials drop proposed ICE detention facility in Romulus
Federal officials said June 18 they were no longer pursuing an ICE detention facility at a 249,000-square-foot warehouse near Detroit Metropolitan Airport.