St. Clair Today

Michigan Reconnect only provides free tuition to those living in a community college district

By Benjamin Kibbey | Feb 9, 2021

The word is out: Michigan is offering free tuition at community colleges -- but there are some fine-print details that could be dashing the hopes of some of the state’s residents who have the most to gain from a degree.

Michigan Legislature missed more votes in 2020 than three previous terms

By Benjamin Kibbey | Jan 18, 2021

Besides the rising numbers of COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations, Michigan recently experienced another spike. This spike came as lawmakers missed more roll call votes in the most recent term than in the previous three.

St. Clair County Health Department issues guidance due to increased positive tests

By Benjamin Kibbey | Nov 10, 2020

The St. Clair County Health Department recently shifted its focus in response to the perceived threat associated with an increase in the number of people who are reportedly testing positive for COVID-19.

Mackinac Center: The right sum for the next COVID-19 federal relief is $0

By Benjamin Kibbey | Oct 12, 2020

While President Donald Trump and Congressional leadership contend over the terms of another federal bailout that could range anywhere from $200 billion to $1 trillion, providing state and local governments with additional COVID-19 relief funds, critics argue that there shouldn't be another bailout at all.

Whitmer has issued five times more executive orders than Ohio's DeWine

By Benjamin Kibbey | Oct 2, 2020

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has issued her 180th executive order of the year -- the overwhelming majority of which she has issued since declaring a state of emergency almost seven months ago -- with her most recent decree specifying that youths participating in strenuous sports such as football are required to wear a face mask, even during outdoor competitions.

Betty Kearns Cancer Fund receives $25,000 contribution

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 29, 2020

The St. Clair County Community Foundation is offering expanded assistance to local residents battling cancer through the Betty Kearns Cancer Fund, thanks to a recent $25,000 contribution to the fund.

From Shiawassee Times

Michigan school districts opt for a variety of options for fall reopening

By Benjamin Kibbey | 4 years ago

Bridge Michigan recently published a list detailing not only the reopening plans for local school districts across the state, but how those plans will progress into the coming year, with the promise to continue updating the information as it changes.

FEMA grant will help provide behavioral health services across Michigan

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 8, 2020

The Michigan Department of Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Administration recently received a $1.9 million grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to assist with funding for a statewide expansion of behavioral health services during the COVID-19 crisis.

Potential COVID-19 violation at event Whitmer attended

By Benjamin Kibbey | Aug 19, 2020

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer may have violated her own executive orders and COVID-19 restrictions during a recent event she attended in the Traverse City area.

Unsolicited seed packets received by mail could be invasive species

By Benjamin Kibbey | Aug 3, 2020

Officials are saying unsolicited packages of seeds may be a scam that online sellers use to make sales and review numbers look better, but receiving one of these packages could indicate that the recipient’s personal information has been compromised and may also pose a threat to native plants.

Macomb business owner seeks Detroit Institute of Arts financials prior to millage vote

By Benjamin Kibbey | Mar 9, 2020

A local business owner in Macomb County is suing for the release of the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) financial information as the museum seeks renewal of a 10-year millage at the Tuesday, March 10, general vote.