Last Week on the MLC Blog

Nov 4, 2024

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…

In her first blog post, MLC client services manager Karli Zubek shared one of her fondest high school memories and how it has carried through to her post-school life.

At the one week before the election point, over 2 million Michigan residents had voted in the General Election.

Senator Darrin Camilleri introduced legislation to modernize Michigan’s hazardous waste management system and strengthen environmental protections.

Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Director Tim Boring announced the selection of Dr. Laura Johnson as the department’s Chief Science Officer within the newly created Office of Agricultural Science and Research.

During Fiscal Year 2024, Michigan added 27,000 according to data released by the Department of Technology, Management, and Budget.

In the latest in our spotlight series, we featured Senator Kevin Hertel, chair of the Health Policy Committee.

A look at the race in the 109th House District in the Upper Peninsula.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature we shared articles on the truth about the origins of Tortellini, why 60 degrees feels different during the spring and fall, and more.

A look at events during the week of November 2 – 8, 2024.

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