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2 weeks ago | 
abc12.com | David Sackrider
GRAND BLANC, Mich. (WJRT) - New legislation working its way through the state Senate would exempt anyone over the age of 70 from paying property taxes. Senate Bill 292 was introduced by State Senator Michele Hoitenga earlier this week. Seniors ABC12 spoke with in Grand Blanc were ecstatic about the idea that their taxes could get a little cheaper. "I'm 79. Let's get rid of it!" said Judy Chapman. Navigating rising costs can be difficult for those on a fixed income like Judy Chapman.
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3 weeks ago | 
abc12.com | David Sackrider
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - After a nearly six hour meeting, the Mott Community College Board of Trustees were unable to finalize a contract with interim President Shaunda Richardson-Snell. The decision to make Richardson-Snell the next permanent President of the college has been controversial among the campus community. Members of the Mott faculty union even protested outside beforehand, calling for more transparency.
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3 weeks ago | 
abc12.com | David Sackrider
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3 weeks ago | 
abc12.com | David Sackrider
SAGINAW, Mich. (WJRT) - Saginaw's Mexican American Council and several other organizations partnered Saturday afternoon to host the 2025 Latino Resource Fair. The free event was held at the Saginaw Success Academy on Tuscola Street. It focuses each year on heart disease and stroke prevention within the Latino community.
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3 weeks ago | 
abc12.com | David Sackrider
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - It's motorcycle season again, and to show riders their community cares, Bethel United Methodist Church in Flint hosted its second-annual "Blessing of the Bikes" Saturday. Bikers, their loved ones, and those looking out for them on the road, all gathered at the church on Ballenger Highway. Organizer Reverend Naylo Hopkins say the "Blessing of the Bikes" helps remind all motorists hitting the road as the weather warms up to be extra safe during motorcycle season.
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3 weeks ago | 
abc12.com | David Sackrider
ALBEE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJRT) - A 53-year-old woman is dead after a hit-and-run in Saginaw County early Saturday morning. According to the Saginaw County Sheriff's office, deputies were called to the area of Fergus Road near Bishop Road in Albee Township just before 3:30 a.m. after a report of a woman being hit by an unidentified vehicle. The woman has been identified by police as 53-year-old Melissa Spitler from Bryant.
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4 weeks ago | 
abc12.com | David Sackrider
MIDLAND, Mich. (WJRT) - Voters overwhelmingly turned down a $285 million bond proposal for Midland Public Schools Tuesday. 10,940 people voted against the proposal, which is more than double the 5,157 voters who cast their ballot in support. At a time when people are dealing with rising costs for a variety of issues, ABC12 spoke with many voters who said they just couldn't afford the increase.
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4 weeks ago | 
abc12.com | David Sackrider
BIRCH RUN, Mich. (WJRT) - The Birch Run Area School District is asking voters to approve an over $41 million bond proposal Tuesday. It's one of two different proposals on the ballot for those living in the district. The other is a regularly scheduled renewal of their operating millage, which is not levied on a homeowner's primary residence. Administrators say the bond proposal is needed to make much needed improvements across the district.
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1 month ago | 
abc12.com | David Sackrider
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (WJRT) - University of Michigan President Santa Ono has been chosen as the sole finalist for the University of Florida presidency. Ono announced his selection Sunday evening and expects to assume the role later this summer, pending approval by the University of Florida's Board of Governors. He emphasized in a letter addressed to the university community that his decision was not made lightly. "The University of Michigan — and the State of Michigan — have forever captured my heart.
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1 month ago | 
abc12.com | David Sackrider
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - Studio 42 Tattoo on Pierson Road hosted a charity tattoo event Sunday to support the Mt. Morris Township Fire Department. The event celebrates both National Firefighters Day and Star Wars Day and featured a variety of tattoos with custom Star Wars and firefighter themed designs. 60 percent of the tattoo sales go to help the fire department.
