The owner of a medical marijuana dispensary in Lansing was charged with violating the Michigan Election Law for allegedly giving some of her product to people who agreed to register to vote. According to a press release from the Attorney General’s office, if convicted the dispensary owner, Shekina Pena, would face a $500 fine and 90 days in jail.
Detroit And Wayne County Are Closer To Merging Services
June 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The City of Detroit is moving closer to merging some services with Wayne County as a way of saving money.
New International Trade Crossing Still A Tough Sell For Some Lawmakers
June 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Building a second span across the Detroit River between Canada and the United States has gained support in recent weeks but is still a tough sell for some state lawmakers.
Does Benton Harbor’s Historic Blight Invite Emergency Management?
May 16, 2011 By 1 Comment
The debate over whether former Governor Jennifer Granholm should have appointed an emergency financial manager to pull Benton Harbor out of its chronic mismanagement is in full swing.
Higher Gas Prices Spare Not Even The Good Samaritan
May 16, 2011 By 1 Comment
Regardless of their good intentions, volunteers who help the needy are also subject to the high price of gas.
“Essential Air Service” Program Faces Uncertain Future
May 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Federal subsidies for rural airports face an uncertain future as budgets tighten.
Ann Arbor Living Wage Increases For Some Businesses
May 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Ann Arbor is increasing its minimum wage for businesses that have contracts with the city.
Benton Harbor Could Be Bellwether For Cities Across America
May 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Since April, 2010, when he was appointed by former Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Benton Harbor’s emergency Financial Manager has been reshaping the city’s finances, and possibly writing a new chapter in urban renewal.
Auto Jobs Starting To Return
May 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Big 3 could hire as many as 35,000 in the next few years.
