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VIDEO: Michigan is ‘Place to be’ for skilled trades jobs
@gandernewsroom Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (@gewhitmer) said building up Michigan’s skilled trades workforce will be critical to enticing more big-name companies to expand their operations—and create jobs—in Michigan. That’s why her latest budget includes plans to provide free preschool and community college for all Michiganders. It’s a move that will set future generations up for success,…
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VIDEO: Michigan lost over 200,000 jobs under Trump
@gandernewsroom At a rally in Detroit, Pat Delvin, the CEO of Michigan Building Trades, said that ex-President Donald Trump’s tax cuts did not go to working Michiganders, but instead to “yachts, vacation homes and expensive cars” for the ultra wealthy. #michigan #trump #jobs ♬ original sound – The Gander
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VIDEO: Ann Arbor Teachers Demand Answers About Layoffs
@gandernewsroom Teachers, staff, students, and parents flooded Huron High School in Ann Arbor this week, demanding administrators take steps to prevent layoffs planned at the school district. The Ann Arbor School District reportedly approved a series of layoffs last month as part of $25 million in budget cuts for the coming year—which was deemed necessary…
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5 of Michigan’s cleanest lakes and most pristine beaches to visit
There’s nothing like spending a day on Michigan’s shores.
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VIDEO: Michiganders Don’t Want to Live in a ‘Loser State’
@gandernewsroom Dr. Glenn Cerny, president of Schoolcraft College, said Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s budget plan is a “godsend” for southeast Michigan—namely because it would fund the first two years of community college for every Michigander. And if lawmakers approve the plan as it was proposed by Whitmer, it could save students an average of about $4,000…
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The 5 best restaurants in Grand Rapids, according to readers
We asked more than a thousand Grand Rapids locals to tell us their favorite restaurants. Here’s what they said.
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The 4 best new restaurants in Grand Rapids, according to readers
Great new restaurants are always popping up in Grand Rapids. Finding the best of them is a treasure hunt for local foodies. Luckily, our readers put together a treasure map! We asked them for their favorite spots that opened in 2023 or 2024, and four names stood out. 4. Rio Peruvian & Mexican Restaurant Embark…
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VIDEO: Attacks on reproductive rights make Michigan women ‘feel invisible’
@gandernewsroom Stephanie Jones felt “invisible” and “less than” when the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and the nationwide, constitutional right to access abortion care. Jones, the executive director of the Michigan Fertility Alliance, shared her story and underscored the urgency of protecting abortion rights during a recent press conference in Flint. #repro #reproductiverights…
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The 3 best burgers in Grand Rapids, according to our readers
If you’re a burger lover in Grand Rapids, you’re in for a treat! We asked our readers to vote for their favorite burger joints in the city, and the results are in. From juicy patties to mouthwatering toppings, these three establishments have been chosen as the best burger spots in town. 1. Stella’s Lounge The…
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VIDEO: Protecting Medicaid is ‘critical’ for West Michigan
@gandernewsroom Medicaid plays a big role in providing access to affordable healthcare coverage for more than 1.4 million Michiganders. And US Rep. Hillary Scholten (D-Michigan) is vowing to protect—and strengthen—the program amid ongoing attacks from Republican lawmakers in Congress. ♬ original sound – The Gander Medicaid plays a big role in providing access to affordable…
