State’s New “Gag Order” Law Irks Clerks; Courts to Decide Its Fate
A new law that prohibits city clerks from sending residents certain information related to ballot issues is expected to be...
Amy is a 30-year veteran journalist and news anchor. Over the years she has worked in both public and commercial radio. She has held many positions including regional news director for CoastAlaska, a group of five public stations along Alaska's panhandle and corporate news director for a group of 8 commercial stations in Missouri. Amy has also been a talk show host, DJ, Music Director and Program Director. She has written articles for various magazines including Alaska Business Monthly, Alaska Fishermans Journal and Pacific Fishing. Her editorials have appeared in Metro Times and the Missourian. She loves to be on the water and spend time with friends and her family.
Michigan Government Tight Lipped on Transparency
An advocacy group says Michigan is one of the nation’s least transparent states when it comes to government activities. The...
Should Michigan Privatize Mental Health Care?
Governor Rick Snyder’s proposed budget for community mental health services is proving to be quite controversial. The governor wants to...
Growing Maritime Industry is Ready for Diversity
For some people the “Blessing of the Fleet” church service signifies the arrival of Spring. The annual event marks the...
The Evolution of a Toxic Dump in the Middle of the Detroit River
A contaminated waste dump in the middle of the Detroit River is expected to get some attention this month. Representatives...
Wisconsin Town with Bad Water Wants 10 Million Gallons a Day From Lake Michigan
The water crisis in Flint is bringing to light the issues related to fresh water systems across the country, issues...
Dance Dance Dance!
The DIA is preparing for its next special exhibit. The effort celebrates Dance in American art. Jane Dini is the...
Proposed State Budget At Odds With New Roads Funding Goal
A new plan to fund road repairs across Michigan passed the legislature late last year but analysis of Governor Snyder’s...
Michigan’s Automation Alley Wants to Go Head to Head With Silicon Valley
Southeast Michigan’s Automation Alley is beefing up its efforts to compete with California’s Silicon Valley. Automation Alley is a consortium...
Loonies Lost Value in Global Marketplace
A drop in oil prices is having a serious impact on the value of the Canadian dollar. The Loonie has been...
Enbridge Defends Integrity of Pipeline Under Straits of Mackinac
Conservationists across Michigan are pushing legislators to shut down the 63-year old Enbridge pipeline that runs under the Straits of...
Are Cities Getting Short Changed in Proposed State Budget?
State lawmakers are mulling over next year’s proposed budget. Governor Snyder released his funding priorities and other expenditures last week....