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Today's Weather Forecast
Plentiful sunshine eventually gives way to increasing clouds in the evening.
Highs continue to trend warmer, reaching the low to mid-60s this afternoon.
Pleasant SSE winds at 6-12 mph expected.
Three top local stories
Bipartisan Violence Prevention Plan
Lawmakers are discussing a bipartisan plan to create a Public Safety and Violence Prevention Trust Fund at 10:30 a.m. at the House Republican briefing room.
The trust fund would provide a portion of Michigan sales tax revenue to help stop violent crime in local communities.
After the discussion, the House Government Operations Committee will host a hearing and possibly vote on the proposal.
MSU Labor Unions Rally
Today is National Day of Action for higher education, and a trio of Michigan State University Unions are participating with a “Stand Up for Higher Education Rally”.
The rally takes place outside the Hannah Administration Building on MSU’s Campus at 3 p.m.
The three unions are joining a national movement of higher education professionals standing up for their rights and the rights of their students.
LCC Manufacturing Hiring Event
Are you looking for a manufacturing job?
LCC and Capital Area Michigan Works! are partnering to host a manufacturing hiring event from 10 a.m. to noon at LCC’s West Campus.
12 different confirmed employers are attending the event... with some having representatives on-site to conduct interviews and review resumes.
All neighbors are welcome at the event.
A look back at yesterday's top local story
Voters in Eaton County are at the center of a debate over taxes, staffing shortages, and accountability in county government.
Read the full article: Neighbors react to possible cuts as Eaton County considers public safety millage
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