Five Things We’re Reading

Apr 25, 2023

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 of the articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do.

6 Stunning Images: Discover the Apennine Colossus – A Remarkable 1580 Sculpture Hidden within Italy’s Apennine Mountains – Why should you add this sculpture to your “must-see” list?

The Progressive City That Few Know – In addition to being known as a leader in clean energy in Europe, what makes this little-known city special?

A Fatal Bear Attack Fuels a Fight Over Rewilding – The politics surrounding rewilding is growing following the latest bear attack in Italy.

6 Memorable Moments in Detroit Tigers’ History – Starting in the 1930s, here are some of the most memorable moments for the Tigers.

UPS Flashes a Warning Sign About the Economy – What can the first quarter revenue from this major shipping company tell us about the state of the economy?

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