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Indiana Senate Narrowly Passes Casino Bill For Northeast Indiana
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The Indiana Senate narrowly approved legislation that could bring a new casino to northeast Indiana, passing the measure by a single vote on Tuesday.House Bill 1038 cleared the chamber 26-22 after extensive debate over its economic impact and lack of a required public referendum....
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Coldwater Customers Forced to Cover Coal Plant Losses After Federal Order
(COLDWATER) - Electric customers in Coldwater and several other south-central Michigan communities are being hit with new charges after a federal order forced a coal-fired power plant to remain open beyond its planned shutdown.According to The Coldwater Daily Reporter, the Coldwater Board of Publ...
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Gov. Whitmer to Deliver Final State of the State Address Tonight
(LANSING) - Governor Gretchen Whitmer will deliver her final State of the State address Tuesday night, outlining her priorities for the year ahead.The speech begins at 7 p.m. Feb. 25 inside the Michigan House Chamber, where Whitmer will speak before a joint session of the Michigan House and Senat...
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New Poll Shows Tight Three-Way Race For Michigan Governor
(DETROIT) - A new statewide poll indicates the race to become Michigan's next governor is effectively a dead heat among three leading candidates.The February survey conducted by the Glengariff Group for the Detroit Regional Chamber shows independent candidate and former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan ...
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Indianapolis Airport Named Best In North America For 14th Straight Year
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indianapolis International Airport has once again been ranked the best airport in North America, marking the 14th consecutive year it has earned the top honor.The recognition comes from Airports Council International World's Airport Service Quality Customer Experience Awards, bas...
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Michigan Testing New Technologies To Fight Potholes And Strengthen Roads
(DETROIT) - Engineers and transportation officials across Michigan are developing new materials and construction methods aimed at reducing potholes and improving long-term road durability.At Ferris State University, instructors are training inspectors to evaluate the stone and concrete mixtures u...
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Indiana Michigan Power Proposes Base Rate Reduction For Customers
(FORT WAYNE) - Indiana Michigan Power says customers could soon see lower electric bills after the utility announced plans to reduce base rates -- the largest portion of most monthly charges.The company said the proposed decrease is driven by increased electricity demand and revenue from large in...
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INDOT Launches "Project Greenlight" To Boost Work Zone Safety
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced a new initiative aimed at improving safety for highway workers in construction zones.The program, called Project Greenlight, equips crews with wearable devices that emit flashing green lights, making workers more visible to m...
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Residents Push Back at Angola-Pleasant Township Fire Territory Meeting
(ANGOLA) - A proposed plan to create a joint fire territory between the City of Angola and Pleasant Township drew sharp criticism during a packed second public hearing, with many residents warning of steep tax increases and questioning whether the expanded service is necessary.If approved, the pl...
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Indiana Senate Set For Final Vote On Casino Bill Targeting Northeast Indiana
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The Indiana State Senate is scheduled to take a final vote today on legislation that could pave the way for a new casino in northeast Indiana, according to reporting by the Indiana Capital Chronicle.House Bill 1038 has cleared the Senate in a heavily amended form that designates ...
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