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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Benzie County in 2021

By North Michigan News | Mar 15, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Benzie County received $653,939 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Charlevoix County rise or fall in 2021?

By North Michigan News | Mar 14, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Charlevoix County received $353,590 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Rep. Cavitt blasts Whitmer plot to defund Auditor General

By North Michigan News | Mar 14, 2024

State Rep. Cam Cavitt has strongly criticized a recent proposal by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to significantly reduce funding for the Office of the Auditor General (OAG). Cavitt, R-Cheboygan, expressed concern over the implications of the budget cut, stating, “The Auditor General must remain fully funded. Their important work verifies the integrity of state agencies and uncovers mismanagement at all levels."Cavitt emphasized the importance of the OAG's work, highlighting how their audits have exposed deep-rooted problems within the Whitmer Administration and other areas of...

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Bergman Announces FEMA Window for Assistance to Firefighters Grant Applications

By North Michigan News | Mar 14, 2024

Rep. Bergman Announces FEMA Window for Assistance to Firefighters Grant ApplicationsMar 14, 2024Today, Rep. Bergman announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) window has opened for fire departments to submit applications for their Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program. "The application period for FEMA’s 2024 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program has opened and will close on April 12, 2024, at 5 p.m. ET," stated Rep. Bergman.Furthermore, Rep. Bergman has been actively supporting fire...

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Rep. Borton Criticizes Governor's Proposal to Cut Funding for Auditor General's Office

By North Michigan News | Mar 14, 2024

Rep. Ken Borton has criticized Governor Gretchen Whitmer for her proposal to cut funding for the Office of the Auditor General (OAG), calling it a move to undermine transparency in government. Borton, a Republican from Gaylord, expressed his concerns about the potential consequences of slashing the OAG's budget, which plays a crucial role in uncovering mismanagement and failures in state agencies and programs.“This proposed crippling of the OAG is a perfect example of the misguided leadership we’ve experienced under Gov. Whitmer,” said Rep. Borton. “Normal people in...

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Farm subsidies plummet in 2021 across cities in Cheboygan County

By North Michigan News | Mar 13, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Cheboygan County received $299,763 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Oscoda County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By North Michigan News | Mar 13, 2024

Farms in Oscoda County received $21,804 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Bergman Supports Bipartisan Legislation to Stop Foreign Adversaries from Owning Social Media Companies

By North Michigan News | Mar 13, 2024

Rep. Jack Bergman has voiced his support for the bipartisan legislation aimed at preventing foreign adversaries from owning social media companies. The legislation, known as the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, received an overwhelming bipartisan vote of 352-61-1.In a statement following the vote, Rep. Bergman emphasized the importance of keeping social media platforms free from influence by foreign adversaries. He stated, "It’s pretty simple - social media companies owned by the Communist Chinese Party should not be influencing our...

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Sen. Hoitenga to Host District Office Hour in West Branch on March 25

By North Michigan News | Mar 13, 2024

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Michele Hoitenga, R-Manton, has announced plans to hold a district office hour in West Branch on Monday, March 25, where she will engage with constituents and provide updates from the Legislature.The office hour session, scheduled from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Logger’s Depot, 314 W. Houghton Ave. in West Branch, is open to all residents of the 36th District. According to Sen. Hoitenga, attendees are encouraged to share their opinions, concerns about state governance, or seek assistance with state-related issues without the need for prior...

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Senate committee approves long-awaited bipartisan FOIA legislation

By North Michigan News | Mar 13, 2024

The Senate Oversight Committee has approved long-awaited bipartisan legislation aimed at expanding the application of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to the Michigan Legislature, the governor, and the lieutenant governor. Sponsored by Sens. Ed McBroom and Jeremy Moss, the bills have garnered support from various organizations and are seen as a significant step towards greater government transparency.Sen. McBroom emphasized the importance of transparency in government, stating, "Transparency in our government is a necessary and important step in growing and restoring...

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434 Presque Isle County farmers received agricultural subsidies in 2021

By North Michigan News | Mar 12, 2024

Farms in Presque Isle County received $1,287,104 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Amount of taxpayer-funded subsidies skyrocket in cities associated with Crawford County in 2021

By North Michigan News | Mar 12, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Crawford County received $41,877 more in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Ogemaw County receive in 2021?

By North Michigan News | Mar 11, 2024

Farms in Ogemaw County received $1,180,060 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Emmet County in 2021

By North Michigan News | Mar 11, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Emmet County received $281,684 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Grand Traverse County rise or fall in 2021?

By North Michigan News | Mar 10, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Grand Traverse County received $262,791 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Missaukee County farmers in 2021 reached $2,361,742

By North Michigan News | Mar 10, 2024

Farms in Missaukee County received $2,361,742 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Kalkaska County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By North Michigan News | Mar 9, 2024

Farms in Kalkaska County received $161,192 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Farm subsidies plummet in 2021 across cities in Iosco County

By North Michigan News | Mar 9, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Iosco County received $1.2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Rep. Friske: Governor suddenly remembers Taiwan is our ally, not China

By North Michigan News | Mar 8, 2024

State Rep. Neil Friske, R-Charlevoix, has criticized Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's recent announcement regarding the establishment of the new Michigan Taiwan Office. In a statement released following Whitmer's announcement during a trade mission to Taiwan and South Korea, Rep. Friske expressed concerns about the governor's actions.Friske pointed out the inconsistency in Whitmer's support for Taiwan while also providing substantial state incentives to a company with ties to the Chinese Communist Party. Friske stated, “Someone needs to tell the governor that if she truly wants to...

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Amount of taxpayer-funded subsidies plummet in cities associated with Kalkaska County in 2021

By North Michigan News | Mar 8, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Kalkaska County received $1.2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.