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

Farms throughout cities in Lake County received $30,029 more in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

By West Central Michigan News | Mar 3, 2024

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

Farms throughout cities in Mecosta County received $2.2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

By West Central Michigan News | Mar 2, 2024

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Farm subsidies plummet in 2021 across cities in Mason County

By West Central Michigan News | Mar 1, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Mason County received $3 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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

By West Central Michigan News | Feb 29, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Oceana County received $5 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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

By West Central Michigan News | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Newaygo County received $47,077 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 Newaygo County farmers in 2021 reached $482,256

By West Central Michigan News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms in Newaygo County received $482,256 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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

By West Central Michigan News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Osceola County received $1.3 million 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 Oceana County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By West Central Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

Farms in Oceana County received $1,105,367 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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481 Osceola County farmers received agricultural subsidies in 2021

By West Central Michigan News | Feb 25, 2024

Farms in Osceola County received $1,381,258 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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

By West Central Michigan News | Feb 24, 2024

Farms in Mason County received $1,317,126 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Mecosta County farmers in 2021 reached $914,927

By West Central Michigan News | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Mecosta County received $914,927 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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

By West Central Michigan News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Lake County received $61,760 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Outman sponsors Blue Star Mothers resolution in state Senate

By West Central Michigan News | Feb 1, 2024

State Senator Rick Outman, representing Six Lakes, Michigan, has sponsored Senate Resolution 89 to honor the Blue Star Mothers of America and their invaluable contributions to our nation's veterans. The resolution designates February 1, 2024, as Blue Star Mother's Day in the state of Michigan and has received unanimous approval from the state Senate.In his remarks, Senator Outman expressed his admiration for the Blue Star Mothers and their tireless efforts in honoring and caring for those who have served our country. He commended their commitment to honoring fallen...

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Rep. VanderWall: Governor claims to save taxpayers money while touting cost-raising policies

By West Central Michigan News | Jan 25, 2024

State Representative Curt VanderWall, a Republican from Ludington, has criticized Governor Gretchen Whitmer's State of the State Address, accusing her of promoting policies that increase costs for taxpayers. VanderWall expressed his concerns about the governor's economic development plan and her approach to childcare, healthcare, and workforce housing.VanderWall highlighted Governor Whitmer's claim to be working towards lowering costs for Michiganders but argued that her touted policies were actually increasing costs. He stated, "Her economic development plan has been...

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Northern Michigan Reps praise Public Service Commission for Line 5 Decision

By West Central Michigan News | Dec 2, 2023

A group of state Representatives from Northern Michigan, including Reps. Cam Cavitt, Neil Friske, Greg Markkanen, Dave Prestin, and Curt VanderWall, have expressed their satisfaction with the Michigan Public Service Commission's approval of a key permit for Enbridge to replace and improve Line 5, a crucial passageway for the region. Representative VanderWall, of Ludington, emphasized the significance of Line 5 for Northern Michigan, stating, "Line 5 is crucial to our region given the number of people who heat their homes with fuel that comes directly from the pipeline....

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Belding awarded grant funding for local road repair project

By West Central Michigan News | Nov 30, 2023

LANSING, Mich. - The city of Belding has been awarded grant funding for a local road repair project, receiving praise from State Sen. Rick Outman. The grant program aims to address and fund critical infrastructure projects across the state."It is important that we make these long-term investments toward maintaining and improving our local infrastructure," said Sen. Outman. "The grant program is a good opportunity for the state and local governments to work together."The specific project in Belding involves the resurfacing of Bridge Street from State Street (M-44) to...

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Detroit Housing for the Future Fund helps preserve another 22 units of affordable housing near Boston Edison

By West Central Michigan News Reports | Mar 18, 2023

Local Initiatives Support Corporation’s Detroit office (LISC Detroit) and developers Tom Anderton and Adam Noel announced today that renovations have been completed on The Shirley in Detroit’s Gateway neighborhood, preserving another 22 units of affordable housing in the city thanks to the Detroit Housing for the Future Fund (DHFF).

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More than just a place to wash clothes: Motor City Match winner Our Community Laundromat doubles as a neighborhood resource center

By West Central Michigan News Reports | Mar 18, 2023

Our Community Laundromat, LLC is more than a place to wash clothes.

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View the draft plan for federal funds to benefit homeless populations

By West Central Michigan News Reports | Mar 15, 2023

City of Flint seeks public input on federal funding to benefit homeless and vulnerable populations

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Share Master Plan Input at Live Oak Pop-up Session

By West Central Michigan News Reports | Mar 14, 2023

Add “provide input on the Master Plan” to your St. Patrick’s Day festivities on March 17 by visiting Live Oak Coffeehouse in Midtown for a beverage and a chat with City of Midland staff.