West Central Michigan News

Vanderwall approves of 'Return to Learn' plan for Michigan schools

By Kimberly James | Aug 24, 2020

Sen. Curt VanderWall (R-Ludington) supported a bipartisan effort to ensure Michigan students' safety as they return to school this fall.

VanderWall: Too many COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes

By Kimberly James | Jul 13, 2020

The state of Michigan has not been spared from the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, and those most at risk in nursing homes are still in a vulnerable position.

Peterson Farms awarded $135,000 grant to help with expansion projects

By Kimberly James | Feb 12, 2020

A $135,000 performance-based Food and Agriculture Investment fund grant has been awarded by the Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development to Peterson Farms in Shelby.

Sen. VanderWall's remote pharmacy bill signed by governor

By Kimberly James | Feb 4, 2020

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill sponsored by Sen. Curt VanderWall (R-Ludington) that allows pharmacists to oversee multiple locations using telecommunication, bringing health care to rural and underserved areas in Michigan.