Tag: Michigan
After sexual assault allegation, protesters call for Hentschel’s resignation
A group of about 30 protesters gathered Wednesday morning at the Governmental Center in downtown Traverse City ahead of the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners meeting. They were calling for the resignation of Board Chair Rob Hentschel after allegations of sexual assault surfaced.
Michigan lame-duck Legislature: House ends day early without any votes
The clock is ticking on Michiganâs Lame-duck Legislature. Hereâs the latest….
Michigan lawmakers finalize $247M in state subsidies, minus copper mine money
Michigan Senators Wednesday approved nearly $250 million in project incentives, leaving money for a UP mine on the table in the process….
Wolves could expand across the eastern U.S. — but they might need help
This article was republished here with permission from Great Lakes Echo.
By Ruth Thornton, Great Lakes Echo
Gray wolves could thrive in the eastern United States well beyond their current range in the Great Lakes region, but they might have a hard time reaching other suitable habitats without human intervention, researchers say.
Michigan-based group reframes dementia: There’s life after diagnosis
Words such as âdementiaâ or âAlzheimerâsâ can conjure images of confusion and solitude. A growing group of people with dementia say thereâs still a lot of living and laughter….
MillerKnoll to eliminate PFAS from North American products
MillerKnoll, a West Michigan office furniture manufacturer, has committed to eliminating PFAS from most of its products by next year. The company said all North American products will be free […]
Lake Michigan town getting over $800K in parks improvement grants
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources recently awarded Park Township, a town located on the Lake Michigan shoreline near Holland, Michigan, two grants totaling $826,700 to fund improvements. The grants […]
Michigan Senate moves pollution cleanup reforms in overnight session
In the early hours on Friday, Dec. 13, the Michigan Senate passed five bills that would, together, overhaul Michigan’s environmental remediation program to prioritize physical removal over allowing pollution to […]
Detroit Diesel Gets $285 Million Investment To Boost Electric Powertrains
Detroit Diesel is putting the finishing touches on a new purpose-built electric powertrain for Class 8 tractors.
The post Detroit Diesel Gets $285 Million Investment To Boost Electric Powertrains appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Michigan lame-duck Legislature: Infighting, drama delay votes again
The clock is ticking on Michiganâs Lame-duck Legislature. Hereâs the latest….