UP Gazette

Whitmer's promise of 'free' community college won't be free for everyone in Michigan

By Benjamin Kibbey | Feb 9, 2021

The Michigan Reconnect program, recently announced by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, is meant to increase the number of Michiganders with college degrees by covering in-district tuition at any of the state's community college districts.

Both liberals and conservatives call for end to post-election fraud claims and violent protests

By Benjamin Kibbey | Jan 15, 2021

A recent violent protest at the U.S. Capitol, in opposition to the confirmation of President-elect Joe Biden, has led to calls from both sides of the political aisle for President Donald Trump and his supporters to tone down their rhetoric regarding claims that the election was stolen through fraud.

LaFave accuses judge of ignoring the law in ruling to extend absentee ballot deadline

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 26, 2020

State Rep. Beau LaFave (R-Iron Mountain) recently weighed in on the decision issued by Court of Claims Judge Cynthia Stephens, which would extend the deadline for absentee ballots to be received in Michigan.

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.

Markkanen: Time for Michigan to stop stifling alternative energy in the UP

By Benjamin Kibbey | Jun 24, 2020

Rep. Greg Markkanen (R-Hancock), gave testimony recently before the House Energy Committee as he advocated for a plan to improve access to clean, affordable energy in the Upper Peninsula.

Census data shows drop in uninsured Michigan residents after implementation of ACA

By Benjamin Kibbey | Apr 21, 2020

Since the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), many counties across Michigan – even those with the highest number of insured residents – have seen a drop in uninsured residents.