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Why Michigan doesn’t have Michelin Stars (+ restaurants that deserve one)

2 weeks ago | gandernewsroom.com | Chaunie Brusie

Waitress preparing to serve a plated meal and white wine in a gourmet restaurant. (Jay Wennington /Unsplash) Michigan doesn’t have official Michelin star restaurants, but that doesn’t mean the Mitten State doesn’t boast restaurants worthy of them.
Michigan Republicans pass bill to carve out tax breaks for the wealthy atop health care cuts

1 month ago | gandernewsroom.com | Kyle Kaminski

Andrew Harnik/Getty Images Roughly 750,000 Michiganders are set to lose access to their healthcare coverage under Republican-led legislation approved Thursday morning in the US House.
What happens when Congress slashes Medicaid? Ask a Michigan mom.

1 month ago | gandernewsroom.com | Kyle Kaminski

Photo Illustration/Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images Republican lawmakers say they’re trimming the fat. But Michigan moms say Medicaid cuts could put their families at risk, close hospitals, and leave thousands without care. MICHIGAN—Taylor Johnson didn’t speak at last month’s packed town hall in Warren because she wanted to be in the spotlight. She spoke out because she didn’t feel like she had a choice.
Local advocates offer a message of hope for Michiganders using services at Planned Parenthood

1 month ago | gandernewsroom.com | Lucas Henkel

As every aspect of reproductive health care comes under attack from President Trump and his administration, Michiganders are fighting back. During a virtual town hall on May 1 hosted by Equality Michigan, a statewide LGBTQ+ advocacy organization, Dr. Sarah Wallett, chief medical officer for Planned Parenthood of Michigan (PPMI), said that while the Trump administration’s attacks on transgender and nonbinary communities have been relentless, they have not been unexpected.
‘It’s not patriotism. It’s cruelty’: Michigan workers fired by Trump and Musk speak out

2 months ago | gandernewsroom.com | Kyle Kaminski

A veteran, a scientist, and a housing specialist are warning Michigan lawmakers about the consequences of mass terminations by the Trump administration and Elon Musk’s so-called Department of Government Efficiency. LANSING—Andrew Lennox is a proud Marine, father, and public servant.
Whitmer signs new order to help more Michigan men afford college and job training

2 months ago | gandernewsroom.com | Kyle Kaminski

A new executive directive from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer aims to connect thousands of young men across Michigan with tuition-free college and career training—helping them land better jobs and closing a growing gender gap in education. LANSING—Too many young men across Michigan are missing out on tuition-free education and training programs that could help them land good-paying jobs, according to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. So, under a new executive directive, state officials are taking action to change that.
18 of the best senior discounts in Detroit

2 months ago | gandernewsroom.com | Chaunie Brusie

Michiganders of a certain age can take advantage of the 18 best senior discounts in Detroit, from Tigers games to zoo trips and restaurants. Enjoying family time together is so important, but it can also be costly. That’s why taking advantage of any discounts you are eligible for can be helpful. Every little bit counts, right? One strategy is to look into senior citizen discounts.
Michigan to lose multiple Planned Parenthood locations as Trump freezes Title X funds

2 months ago | gandernewsroom.com | Lucas Henkel

As cuts to federal funding run rampant, Planned Parenthood of Michigan announces reducing brick-and-mortar locations in Jackson, Petoskey, and Marquette, with more to come.
Trump administration withdraws education funding for nearly 100,000 Michigan students

2 months ago | gandernewsroom.com | Kyle Kaminski

President Donald Trump’s administration is reeling back tens of millions of dollars in federal education funding that was supposed to go to dozens of Michigan school districts. MICHIGAN—About two dozen Michigan school districts could soon be forced to tap into their reserves or abandon ongoing school improvement projects after President Donald Trump’s administration pulled the plug on more than $40 million in federal funding to help support them.
Republican congressman from Michigan won’t meet with voters—so Dems are doing it for him

Mar 28, 2025 | gandernewsroom.com | Kyle Kaminski

MICHIGAN—The Michigan Democratic Party is hosting a public town hall meeting on Saturday afternoon to discuss the “damaging effects” that President Donald Trump’s administration is having “on Michiganders and families across the country,” according to a press release. The event is set to begin at 2 p.m. at the UAW Region 1 headquarters in Warren. Those who would like to attend and ask questions are encouraged to RSVP, as capacity will be limited.