Last Week on the MLC Blog

Aug 24, 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.

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog…

Democratic gubernatorial candidate and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced her pick for Lieutenant Governor, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks.

Michigan’s major tax collections for July 2026 totaled $3,078.3 million, an increase of $165.8 million from the prior year.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced three appointments to the 3rd Circuit Court in Wayne County.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature we shared articles on sounding more confident, the rise of fine-dining burgers in Detroit, and more.

A look at events during the week of August 22-28, 2026.

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