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3/28/24 - Working To Restart The Palisades Nuclear Power Plant
The federal government will provide a loan to help startup the nuclear power plant near South Haven in Covert Township.
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3/27/24 - Amway Plans For Major Expansion Project At Ada Facility
Amway plans to add 260 jobs as they invest $127 million to expand their location in Ada Township.
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3/25/24 - Holland Company To Get Extra Federal Funding
Kraft Heinz in Holland will receive money for upgrades that are meant to help slash emissions.
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3/21/24 - MDOT Holds Construction Project Update Meeting
MDOT will hold an updated meeting tonight on the upcoming spring/summer construction season.
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3/21/24 - Boil Water Advisory Lifted For Grand Rapids
A water main break on Sunday, brought a "Boil Water Advisory" for some 20,000 in NE Grand Rapids. That was finally lifted on Wednesday.
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3/19/24 - Colleges Begin Evaluating Tuition Adjustments
GRCC says they'll increase tuition rates by 3%.
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3/18/24 - "Boil Water" Advisory Issues For Several In Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Water customers East of US 131 and North of Hall Street should NOT drink the tap water without boiling it first.
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3/14/24 - Police Look For Pickup That Hit Amish Buggy
Three Amish girls are recovering after their buggy was hit by a pickup truck near Carson City.
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3/13/24 - Cornerstone University To Host Wisdom Conversations
Cornerstone University will host national guests on March 14, as they discuss how Christians, and the church, play a vital role to bringing healing to the nations and America.
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3/12/24 - GRPS Looks To Build New Elementary School
Grand Rapids could get a new elementary school to house Aberdeen and Palmer students.
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3/11/24 - Kent County Residents To Get Help From FEMA
A Disaster Recovery Center will open this week in Kent County to help those impacted by the storm from last August.
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3/6/24 - LaughFest Kicks Off To Raise Money For Gilda's Club
The LaughFest comedy of laughter will raise money for those locally dealing with cancer and grief.
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3/5/24 - Small Businesses Impacted By Warm Winter Could Get Help
Gov. Whitmer urges small businesses impacted by the lack of snow to apply for available federal funding.
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3/4/24 - Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Again Voted #1
The USA TODAY's "Readers ' Choice 10 Best" again recognizes the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.
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3/1/24 - Walmart Settles Fruit Lawsuit
A lawsuit claims Walmart falsely inflated product weight and customers who qualify could benefit.
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2/29/24 - West Michigan Home & Garden Show This Weekend
A taste of Spring comes to the DeVos Place downtown Grand Rapids this weekend. The show opens Thursday afternoon and runs through Sunday.
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2/27/24 - President Of Calvin University Stepping Down
Calvin University President Wiebe Boer handed in his resignation.
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2/22/24 - Numerous Cell Phone Service Providers Experience Outages
Thousands of cell phone users have been unable to place calls or text this morning due to outages in major U.S. cities.
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2/20/24 - DeVos Family Foundation Donates To Local Pediatric Care Facilities
More children will benefit, after the DeVos Family Foundation donates to three pediatric care facilities in metro Grand Rapids.
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2/16/24 - FEMA Says Help Is Available For Summer Storm Victims
FEMA wants to make sure that victims of the August 2023 storms in West Michigan could be eligible for disaster assistance.
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2/15/24 - Rep. Pete Hoekstra Recognized As Michigan GOP Chair
The Michigan GOP says Kristina Karamo is out and Pete Hoekstra will serve as chairman.
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2/14/24 - Grand Rapids Boat Show Opens At DeVos Place
The Grand Rapids Boat Show will feature over 30 dealers with more than 400 boats from over 80 manufacturers.
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2/12/24 - Disability Resource Symposium Coming To Grand Rapids, Feb. 24,2024
A free event for parents and guardians of someone with disabilities will provide information and resources.
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2/12/24 - Local Marine Lost Life In Training Exercise
Capt. Miguel Nava was one of five Marines who lost their lives when a helicopter crashed during a training exercise in California.
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2/9/24 - More Affordable Housing Coming To The Lakeshore
Ground was broken for a new affordable housing project that will be located in Spring Lake.
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2/2/24 - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital To Open Pediatric Medical Psychiatric Unit
The state's first pediatric medical psychiatric unit will be added to the Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids.
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2/1/24 - MDOT Wants Drivers To Take "Gas Tax" Survey
Michigan residents are being asking if the state should change the gas tax for a road usage charge.
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1/26/24 - Appeals Court Rules Enough Evidence For Schurr Trial
The Appeals Court says there is enough evidence to send Christopher Schurr to trial for the murder of Patrick Lyoya.
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1/24/24 - 2024 LaughFest Lineup Announced
LaughFest returns to Grand Rapids March 6-10, 2024, to encourage those locally dealing with cancer and grief.
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1/18/24 - Grand Rapids Welcomes Camper, Travel, & RV Show
The biggest RV show in the state of Michigan takes place at DeVos Place this weekend and kicks off Thursday and runs through Sunday.
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1/17/24 - Consumers Offers Tips To Save On Heating Bills
The cold temperatures and icy roads have resulted in closings and more are staying home. Consumers Energy offers tips on helping to save on heating bills.
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1/12/24 - Michigan Gets Ready For Next Storm System
Some parts of West Michigan could get up to a foot of new lake effect snow from a storm system that arrives Friday morning and continues into Saturday.
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1/5/24 - Attorney General Announces Arrest In Meijer mPerks Theft
A Grand Haven man faces theft charges and is accused of stealing from the Meijer mPerks program.
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1/4/24 - January Is National Radon Action Month
Health Departments are offering free radon test kits. Next to smoking, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S.
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12/27/23 - Second Corewell Health Data Breach Impacts 1 Million Patients
The Attorney General reports a second data breach that may impact thousands of patients of Corewell Health.
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12/12/23 - Gov. Whitmer Signs Another Bill Impacting Abortions
Governor Whitmer signs the final measure of the "Reproductive Health Act"
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12/11/23 - Deadline Approaches for Christmas Deliveries
U.S. Postal Service announces deadlines for holiday deliveries. Other carriers have their own holiday deadline schedules.
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12/8/23 - The Right Place Reports On Our Local Economy
The Right Place says the West Michigan area has rebounded from the COVID pandemic.
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12/7/23 - Gov. Signs Bills To Help Protect Health Care Workers
Violence against health care workers has been on the increase since the start of COVID.
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12/6/23 - New Local Housing Shelter & Senior Center Cut The Ribbon
Local groups cut the ribbon on new facilities meant to help the homeless and support seniors in the Grand Rapids area.
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12/4/23 - New Coffee Shop Supported By Area Veterans
HAS HEART is a Veteran operated coffee shop at Veterans Memorial Park in Grand Rapids.
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12/1/23 - Michigan Launches New Strategy To Curb Lead Exposure
The state "Get Ahead of Lead" campaign helps residents determine and prevent lead exposure.
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11/30/23 - "Make A Veteran Smile" Campaign Is Underway
Michigan Veteran Homes' 'Make a Veteran Smile Campaign' brings joy to veteran members around the Christmas holiday period.
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11/29/23 - Governor Whitmer Signs Energy Related Bills
The Governor signed a series of bills that she says, will allow the state to deliver 100% clean energy by 2040.
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11/20/23 - GRPS Wants Input From The Public
The Grand Rapids Public School District is considering changes that will impact their future and want input from the public.
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11/17/23 - Train Derailment Will Impact Travel On Amtrak
An Amtrak train hit an empty vehicle and derailed near New Buffalo, Michigan.
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11/14/23 - Many Organizations & Groups Get Ready To Serve Holiday Dinners
As Thanksgiving gets closer, many local groups want to make sure meals are available for those who many need the extra encouragement.
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11/13/23 - AAA Preparing For Thanksgiving Holiday Period
Gas prices are expected to be less expensive compared to last Thanksgiving travel season.
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11/9/23 - Ottawa County Could Spend $4 Million To End Case
There are reports that Ottawa County will pay Health Officer Adeline Hambley to settle her lawsuit.
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11/7/23 - Governor Signs Bills Impacting Victims of Abuse
Governor Whitmer signs bills expanding resources for victims of crimes, addressing nursing shortage, other legislation.
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11/6/23 - Grand Rapids Veteran & Former Congressman Announces Run For Senate
Peter Meijer announces that he plans to run for the U.S. Senate seat that would replace Debbie Stabenow.
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11/3/23 - Pfizer Evaluates And Makes Some Changes
Pfizer says they will be laying off some 200 workers at their plant in Portage.
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11/1/23 - Snow Storm Brings Power Outages, Accidents, School Closings
It was a record setting snowy October 31st and the heavy snow brought down branches and power lines and closed a number of schools along the lakeshore.
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10/27/23 - Ford International Airport Extends Flights To Nashville
Next summer the Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids welcomes new Southwest Airlines service to Nashville.
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10/26/23 - Local Missionaries Killed In Traffic Crash In Kenya
Three missionaries from West Michigan, serving with Kenya Hope, were involved in a deadly car crash in Kenya.
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10/20/23 - Cornerstone University Will Reduce Tuition 22%
Cornerstone University believes that an outstanding private Christain education should be attainable for all students and families.
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10/18/23 - Grand Rapids Breaks Ground For New Affordable Housing Project
The Breton Grove community project will bring more affordable housing options and help those struggling to find a place to live.
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10/9/23 - UAW Decides Not To Expand Strike
Negotiations continue with the UAW and the Big Three automakers but no new strikes were ordered at their factories.
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10/4/23 - Pastor Appreciation Day Ideas
October is Pastor Appreciation Month, but this Sunday is Pastor Appreciation Day.
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9/29/23 - Police Called to Large Crime Scene In Grand Rapids
Several people and several guns were part of a deadly crime scene early this morning in Grand Rapids.
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9/27/23 - UPS Prepares For Holiday Rush
Many companies are gearing up for a busy holiday season, including UPS.
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9/25/23 - Consumers Energy Shares New "Reliability Roadmap"
Consumers Energy shares new long-term goals that will shorten power outages and impact fewer customers.
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9/22/23 - UAW Presidents Brings Update on Strike
UAW President Shawn Fain says the union will expand their strike to more plants.
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9/21/23 - Proposed Options Would Expand Programs To Help Lower Energy Costs
Consumers Energy proposes renewable energy offerings that would provide greater access and affordability for their customers in Michigan.
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9/20/23 - More Michigan Students Will Be Eligible for Guaranteed Admission To Universities
High schoolers who graduate with a 3.0 or higher grade point average have guaranteed admission to most state public universities.
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9/18/23 - Confluence Festival Comes To Grand Rapids This Weekend
Rosa Parks Circle will host an innovation festival that connects the worlds of art, music, science, and technology.
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9/14/23 - ArtPrize 2023 Kicks Off Tonight Downtown Grand Rapids
Over 800 artists have entered ArtPrize. The event runs Sept. 14 - Oct. 1, 2023 in downtown Grand Rapids.
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9/12/23 - Ford Airport Faces Lawsuit From The State
Michigan's Attorney General is suing the Ford International Airport for reportedly failing to properly address PFAS contamination.
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9/11/23 - Remembering 9/11
Today is the 22nd anniversary of 9/11 when terrorists hijacked 4 planes and hundreds of lives were lost.
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9/7/23 - Local Airport In Running For Best Small Airport
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport has been named one of the top best small airports by USA TODAY. The public is encouraged to vote in the latest Reader's Choice Awards.
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9/6/23 - Protesters Want Changes To Help Renters
Several gathered in Lansing to protest high rent and lack of affordable housing in Michigan.
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9/5/23 - Court Of Appeals Considers Schurr's Case
Former Grand Rapids Police Officer Christopher Schurr will have his case considered by the Michigan Court of Appeals
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9/4/23 - Jim Dreyer Sets Out to Cross Lake Michigan Solo
'The Shark' will try again after an earlier attempt in August was hampered by poor weather conditions.
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9/1/23 - Last Weekend Holiday Of The Summer
Many Americans will head out of town to celebrate the Labor Day weekend. The Mackinac Bridge Walk on Monday will attract hundreds and the bridge will be closed 6:30 a.m. - Noon.
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8/30/23 - Governor Unveils Plans for Final Stretch of 2023
Governor Whitmer outlines the areas she sees as crucial to Michigan moving forward.
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8/29/23 - Judge Dismisses G.R. City As Defendant In Lawsuit
Patrick Lyoya lawsuit against former G.R. police officer is moving forward, but with some adjustments.
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8/25/23 - Power Outages Affecting Close to 200-Thousand
Storms with high winds knocked down power lines across the state.
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8/24/23 - Kids Count Data Shows Poverty Rate For Kids Is Down
The latest Kids Count data shows fewer kids in Michigan live in poverty, but many expect those numbers to rise as COVID-era policies expire.
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8/23/23 - GR Police Department To Get Drones
GR Police Department says the new drones will help with safety, crime solving and prevention.
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8/18/23 - The Choose Kindness Project Focuses On Parents, Teachers and Coaches
The Chose Kindness Project provides resources aimed at adults to help children dealing with bullying and other mental health issues.
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8/17/23 - Consumers Energy Adds Extra Processing Fee
Consumers Energy says those who wish to continue using their credit or debit card will be charged a processing fee of $2.99.
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8/16/23 - Affordable Housing Coming to Holland And Hudsonville
Gov. Whitmer announces a new "Make it in Michigan" investment to build affordable house and support businesses.
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8/16/23 - Local Organization Works To Help Pets In Maui
Bissell Pet Foundation will send a team to Maui to help with displaced animals.
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8/14/23 - Warnings Over Several Medical Testing Devices
The FDA identified these testing products may not be safe or effective.
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8/10/23 - Oldest Local Child Welfare Nonprofit aims to Improve Efficiency
D.A. Blodgett-St. John's opens their transformative headquarters facility in Grand Rapids and improve their campus integration plan.
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8/4/23 - Trinity Grand Haven Health Care Workers on Strike
The one day strike was authorized after talks between the union and system broke down.
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8/2/23 - Damage Forces Lake Michigan Car Ferry To Shut Down '23 Season
Damage to the vessel's ramp system has forced the company to conclude their season earlier than anticipated.
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7/31/23 - Gas Prices Spike As Heat Wave Continues
Analysts suggest high temperatures across the country may have an affect on gasoline prices.
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8/7/23 - Primary Election Day On Tuesday
Tuesday is Primary Election day in Michigan. You'll find a link to information on voting locations, issues, and ballots here.
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7/31/23 - MSC Strikes Down Changes to Car Insurance Law
The State's Supreme Court says changes enacted by the 2019 law were not intended to apply to those who were already covered.
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6/16/23 - Cybersecurity Issues Plague an Estimated 6 Million Americans
Data breaches have led to millions of Americans vulnerable to having their data stolen.
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4/10/23 - 10k Grants Help Women Entrepreneurs in Michigan
The Foundation named after the owner of Olga's Kitchen wants to help other women business owners.
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3/21/23 - Recall Issued For Some Gerber Powered Infant Formula
Perrigo announces a voluntary recall of limited quantity of Gerber® Good Start® SootheProTM Powdered Infant Formula.
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2/22/23 - Power Outage Safety Procedures
While the loss of power to our homes can be frustrating and troublesome, they don't need to be any more of a problem than they are. These tips can help you before, during, and after a power outage.
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2/14/23 - Resources To Help Deal With Mental Health Questions Following Tragedy at MSU
Following such tragic situations like the one in East Lansing, mental health resources become extremely valuable in helping people cope with such traumatic incidents. There are resources available for help.
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1/13/23 - Michigan Launches Initiative To Address Workplace Mental Health
The Workplace Mental Health Hub has been launched in Michigan and it's intended to provide more resources to build mental health strategies.
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