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Whitmer administration warns Michigan residents as state follows national COVID-19 trends

By Benjamin Kibbey | Dec 1, 2020

While the entire nation continues to see a rise in COVID-19 cases and deaths, officials within Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s administration are raising ongoing concerns regarding Michigan’s position in the larger national picture.

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Michigan school districts opt for a variety of options for fall reopening

By Benjamin Kibbey | 4 years ago

Bridge Michigan recently published a list detailing not only the reopening plans for local school districts across the state, but how those plans will progress into the coming year, with the promise to continue updating the information as it changes.

Legislature passes bill giving local administrators final say for education

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 9, 2020

The Michigan Legislature recently sent Gov. Gretchen Whitmer a bipartisan agreement designed to return Michigan students to school safely with local control over the process, and Rep. Jack O’Malley (R-Lake Ann) -- who is a member of the House Education Committee -- added his vote to those supporting the measure.

Chatfield: Whitmer vetoed worker protections out of petty, partisan politics

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 3, 2020

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently vetoed a bipartisan bill that was meant to extend legal protections for health care workers, which she had recently rescinded, despite her continued restrictions under the assertion that the COVID-19 crisis isn’t over.

Leland Superintendent's letter on race relations raises concerns

By Benjamin Kibbey | Aug 31, 2020

A recent letter from Leland Public Schools Superintendent Stephanie Long calling for students and parents to be active in the Black Lives Matter protest movement has raised questions in the community, following so closely after the elimination of all Spanish language education in a community that is 10% Hispanic.