West Central Michigan News

If Michigan officials keep classrooms closed, public schools may lose thousands in enrollment

By James Ledbetter | Jan 29, 2021

The Mackinac Center for Public Policy says that if Michigan leaders keep classrooms closed in favor of remote learning, the public schools may lose thousands in enrollment for years to come.

Data from Michigan suggests that nearly 90% of COVID-related deaths are people age 65 and over

By James Ledbetter | Nov 28, 2020

The state of Michigan has revealed that close to 90% of the COVID-related deaths in the state in October have turned out to be people age 65 and over, according to data provided by Michigan.gov.

Whitmer walks back 'defund the police' statement she made in June

By James Ledbetter | Oct 27, 2020

Back in June, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer told a prominent anti-police website that she supports the “spirit” of defunding local police departments, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.

Bumstead supports bill to help fund education during COVID-19 crisis

By James Ledbetter | Jul 29, 2020

Sen. Jon Bumstead (R-Newaygo) recently supported supplemental budget bills to resolve a $2.2 billion state debt through spending cuts, hiring freezes and using part of the rainy day fund that the state has set aside for emergency funding, according to MiSenateGOP.

Michigan House introduces plan to keep kids safe during upcoming school year

By James Ledbetter | Jul 29, 2020

The Michigan House recently approved a project that is spearheaded by Rep. Annette Glenn (R-Midland), who says the plan will ensure the safety of students as they return to class in the fall, according to the Michigan House Republicans website.