Colin Jankowski

6 days ago | fox47news.com | Colin Jankowski

HASLETT, Mich — Due to recent tariffs, a fresh bouquet of flowers might cost a bit more for Mother's Day shoppers. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, 80 percent of cut flowers sold in the U.S. are imported, making them subject to tariffs and increased prices. While prices on cut flowers may rise, experts say to look at hanging baskets and other live plants for a cheaper alternative this Mother's Day. Video shows perspective from one local flower shop in Haslett.

6 days ago | fox47news.com | Colin Jankowski

MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich — Meridian Township voters will decide if the new Senior Center will get funded as they head to the polls in August. The Meridian Township Senior Center is set to be demolished during renovations at Chippewa Middle School. Thursday, the Township Board voted on a new funding proposal that will be voted on by neighbors on August 5. Video shows perspective from neighbors, as well as township leaders.

1 week ago | fox47news.com | Colin Jankowski

EAST LANSING, Mich — Maintaining parks could soon cost neighbors in East Lansing a bit more as the city considers a parks millage to help get its budget back on track. The city currently has a projected deficit of around $3.1 million for its 2026 budget. One way the city may look to reduce it's budget is reallocating funds from the parks department, and asking neighbors to vote on a millage in August. Video shows perspective from the City Manager as well as neighbors enjoying one neighborhood park.

1 week ago | fox47news.com | Colin Jankowski

EAST LANSING, Mich. — President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order that requires funding to be pulled from public broadcasters, just like WKAR in East Lansing. President Trump ordered a halt in federal funding to public broadcasters NPR and PBS in a recent executive order. WKAR, which broadcasts PBS and NPR content here in our neighborhoods, says halts to funding would impact the work they do in the community.

1 week ago | fox47news.com | Colin Jankowski

New data from the State of Michigan projects that it may be difficult for teens to find jobs this summer. Steve Jenkins, the co-owner of Candy Cafe and Ice Cream in Williamston, says he's looking to help. Video shows perspective from Jenkins about how his business can assist teens in earning cash this summer. According to a new report from the state, teens in our neighborhoods might have a harder time finding jobs this summer. But a new business in Williamston might be able to help.