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    Dec 11, 2012 |Story| Petoskey News

  1. Free Press: Gov. Snyder signs Right-To-Work bill

    LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Gov. Rick Snyder signed legislation to make Michigan the 24th right-to-work state shortly after the bills were approved this afternoon, the Detroit Free Press reports. The Michigan Legislature gave final approval Tuesday to a...

    Tags: Freedom of the Press, Career and Workplace, Government, Labor Legislation, Employees

    2. Dec 11, 2012 |Story| Petoskey News

  2. 5 things to know about Michigan right-to-work bills

    LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Here are five things to know about right-to-work legislation moving through the Michigan Legislature: THE NAME IS MISLEADING It isn't about a right to work but rather a right for workers to choose whether they want to...

    Tags: Politics, Parties and Movements, Democratic Party, Career and Workplace, Republican Party

    3. Dec 7, 2012 |Story| Petoskey News

  3. Our View: Repeal personal property tax, but carefully consider local-level needs

    For Michigan policymakers eager to create a more business-friendly tax environment, repeal of the state’s tax on personal property recently has been a priority. By eliminating this tax — a rarity among Midwestern states — we also...

    Tags: Taxation, Politics, Economy, Business and Finance, Property Tax, Finance

    4. Oct 31, 2012 |Story| Petoskey News

  4. Prop. 2: Collective bargaining amendment draws national attention

    While Michiganders might be looking to the nation to see who will be president four the next for years, the nation is watching Michigan to determine the future of collective bargaining in the country.
    Staff Writer
    While Michiganders might be looking to the nation to see who will be president four the next for years, the nation is watching Michigan to determine the future of collective bargaining in the country. Michigan voters are set to decide Tuesday, Nov. 6,...

    Tags: NAACP, Labor Day, Career and Workplace, Government, Labor Legislation

    5. Oct 17, 2012 |Story| Petoskey News

  5. Letters to the editor

    <span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>How the federal debt would look in terms of a household</strong></span>
    How the federal debt would look in terms of a household Editor: The information below cuts thru political hype and helps put things into perspective. Let's remove eight zeros from the federal figures and pretend it's a household budget: U.S. Tax...

    Tags: Economy, Business and Finance, Federal Reserve, Alternative Energy, Income Tax, Wind Power

    6. Oct 16, 2012 |Story| Petoskey News

  6. Michigan Senate leader expects busy lame-duck session

    DETROIT (AP) &mdash; The Michigan Legislature is preparing for a heavy lame-duck session during which it could address medical marijuana regulations, no-fault auto insurance and an alternative to the state law that lets emergency managers take over local governments.
    DETROIT (AP) — The Michigan Legislature is preparing for a heavy lame-duck session during which it could address medical marijuana regulations, no-fault auto insurance and an alternative to the state law that lets emergency managers take over...

    Tags: Politics, Health Treatments, Elections, Medical Marijuana Therapy, Republican Party

    7. Sep 24, 2012 |Story| Petoskey News

  7. Wolf populations in the Lower Peninsula sparse, but up from decades ago

    While wolf sightings in Northern Lower Michigan are rare, there have been scattered reports and trail camera videos over the last decade. The gray wolf, the species that once flourished here, was effectively eliminated for almost 80 years because of over-hunting and habitat destruction.
    While wolf sightings in Northern Lower Michigan are rare, there have been scattered reports and trail camera videos over the last decade. The gray wolf, the species that once flourished here, was effectively eliminated for almost 80 years because of over-...

    Tags: Wildlife, Conservation, Biology, Environmental Issues, Science and Technology

    8. Sep 11, 2012 |Story| WXMI

  8. Gov. Snyder Announces Big Plans To Change Health Coverage

    Gov. Rick Snyder is proposing big changes on how Michigan's largest health insurance provider is regulated.
    FOX 17 Senior Web Producer
    Gov. Rick Snyder is proposing big changes on how Michigan's largest health insurance provider is regulated. Snyder wants Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to become a non-profit mutual insurance company regulated under the Michigan insurance code like...

    Tags: Politics, Economy, Business and Finance, Companies and Corporations, Executive Branch, Government

    9. Jul 16, 2012 |Story| Petoskey News

  9. Political tracker: Bills recently introduced into the Michigan House and Senate

    <strong>Lawmakers are on summer break, but that hasn't stopped the flow of new bills into the Michigan Legislature.&nbsp; Here are some of the most recent bills introduced.</strong>
    Lawmakers are on summer break, but that hasn't stopped the flow of new bills into the Michigan Legislature.  Here are some of the most recent bills introduced. Senate Bill 1110 and House Bill 5579: Require gross negligence for suits against emergency...
    10. Jul 17, 2012 |Story| WXMI

  10. Report: Rep. Schmidt Perpetrated Fraud, Did Not Violate Law

    After an investigation following a sudden party switch, Rep. Roy Schmidt has been cleared of any illegal activity, despite findings that indicate he was trying to "undermine the election."
    FOX 17 Web Producer
    After an investigation following a sudden party switch, Rep. Roy Schmidt has been cleared of any illegal activity, despite findings that indicate he was trying to "undermine the election." A call for an investigation came after Rep. Schmidt, an incumbent...

    Tags: Politics, Elections, Justice System, Crime, Law and Justice, Lawyers

    11. Jul 23, 2012 |Story| Petoskey News

  11. A 'Grand' celebration

    MACKINAC ISLAND -- Michigan's best known summer gathering spot for much statewide political conversations and deal making found itself the center of conversation and celebration with a week of receptions, a gala dinner, fireworks, champagne toasts and even a 125-foot birthday cake.
    MACKINAC ISLAND -- Michigan's best known summer gathering spot for much statewide political conversations and deal making found itself the center of conversation and celebration with a week of receptions, a gala dinner, fireworks, champagne toasts and...

    Tags: Music, Government, Hotel and Accommodation Industry, Corporate Officers, Rick Snyder

    12. Aug 14, 2012 |Story| Petoskey News

  12. Michigan Senate comes back, could end teacher health care after retirement

    DETROIT (AP) &mdash; Majority Republicans in the Michigan Legislature agree the weight of a $45 billion pension liability for public school employees will crush the system if left untended, but they differ on how to fix it.
    DETROIT (AP) — Majority Republicans in the Michigan Legislature agree the weight of a $45 billion pension liability for public school employees will crush the system if left untended, but they differ on how to fix it. The Senate is expected to...

    Tags: Politics, Interior Policy, Career and Workplace, Republican Party, Employment Opportunities

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