Five Things We’re Reading

Mar 3, 2026

by Liz Gullett

As MLC’s Communications and Social Media Manager, Liz Gullett keeps clients informed and up-to-date on the goings on in Lansing and the Capitol.

Below are some articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading over the past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do.

Americans’ Complicated Relationship with News – What does the latest data tell us about how Americans feel about the news, why it’s important, and the accuracy of what they’re consuming, among other key factors.

Alex Honnold’s Latest Adventure Has Nothing to Do with Skyscrapers – Following his Netflix special, what is this renowned climber turning to, and how is he finding a work-life balance?

Oil Prices Surge, but No Panic Yet, as Iran War Continues – How are oil prices responding to the conflict in the Middle East, and how is the industry responding?

Childhood Obesity Hits Record: CDC – What does the latest report say about the state of health, and why are experts extremely concerned?

The Michigan Governor’s Race Is a Toss-Up. These Three Things Could Decide the Outcome. – Without an incumbent on the ballot, this gubernatorial election cycle has a lot of eyes on it. Here are the key factors that could determine the outcome this November.

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