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Michigan State Representative Rachelle Smit (R-Hastings) provided explanations for her votes on several bills during the week of March 3.

The City of Ionia has released its March 2026 e-newsletter, providing residents with updates from the City Council, information about upcoming events, and community news.

The Ionia City Council has given its approval to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for fiscal years 2027 through 2032.

The City of Portland has announced a revised timeline for the Divine Highway Bridge project, with construction now scheduled to begin in 2027 instead of the previously planned 2026 season.

The Michigan House of Representatives has passed House Bill 5364, a measure sponsored by State Representative Gina Johnsen.

Voting records show 208 House members opposed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, a measure aimed at tightening voter eligibility requirements.

The Michigan House of Representatives has approved two bills aimed at reforming election laws, led by State Rep. Rachelle Smit.

State Representative Gina Johnsen has introduced new legislation aimed at limiting state agencies from imposing additional requirements on parents seeking vaccine exemptions for their children in Michigan.

The Ionia Theatre has announced its showtimes for the week of February 27 through March 5.

State Representative Gina Johnsen welcomed several West Michigan leaders to the House Floor for the governor’s annual State of the State address.

State Representative Gina Johnsen (R-Portland) responded to Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s State of the State address, voicing concerns about government spending and calling for more accountability in state programs. “Tonight, we…

The Match on Main program will open its application period for 2026 on March 1.

State Representative Gina Johnsen has announced that she will hold office hours for constituents on Saturday, February 28.

During the week of February 18, Michigan State Representative Rachelle M. Smit (R-Hastings) provided explanations for her votes on several bills in the state legislature. Rep. Smit supported a package…

The U.S. Department of Justice has begun investigations into three Michigan school districts following concerns raised by parents and lawmakers about recent changes to the state’s health education standards.

State Senator Thomas A. Albert said that ninety-three percent of Michigan’s prior surplus funds have been depleted under current leadership. The comments come amid ongoing debates over state spending practices…

A public hearing is scheduled for March 4, 2026, at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers of Ionia City Hall to discuss Ordinance No. 602.

The City of Ionia has scheduled a public hearing to discuss its proposed Six-Year Capital Improvement Program.

The City of Ionia has released its February 2026 E-Newsletter.

The City of Ionia has released its Winter 2025 quarterly newsletter.

The Owosso Police Department is investigating several vehicle break-ins overnight on W. Stewart Street and on N. Howell Street.

Peter Meijer has 71,470 Twitter followers as of March 2.

Peter Meijer has 71,470 Twitter followers as of March 1.

Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers and property owners of the City of Grand Ledge, Eaton County, Michigan