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Press Releases

Michigan DIFS: Federal flood insurance now less expensive, easier to buy

LANSING — The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is informing Michiganders of new federal flood insurance cost reductions and other consumer benefits available now available under the National Flood Insurance Program’s (NFIP) new Risk Rating 2.0 program. ...

Huron Island Lighthouse Preservation Association holds successful fundraiser

L’ANSE — The Huron Island Lighthouse Preservation Association, a volunteer group working in cooperation with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service in Seney, held a fundraiser at the Landmark Inn in Marquette on Sept. 25. HILPA depends on donations of money, supplies and labor for projects ...

MDARD announces grant opportunity for rural areas

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is offering a competitive grant program to promote the sustainability of land-based industries and support infrastructure benefiting rural communities in Michigan. “Investing and supporting our rural ...

Michiganders who get food assistance will have more buying power

LANSING – Michiganders who receive food assistance will see a permanent increase of approximately 6.8% in their monthly benefits beginning in October, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced. Due to a larger-than-normal annual increase in benefits from federal ...