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The House of Representatives approved of a plan setting up a structure for when the State can make withdrawals from the budget stabilization fund.

The Michigan Community Service Commission is seeking nominations for the annual Governor’s Service Award.

Lt. Governor Brian Calley traveled to Washington D.C. to participate in the Manufacturing USA Congressional Briefing.

Five individuals are being inducted into the Michigan Hall of Honor for their contributions to developing Michigan’s network of highways, roads, streets, transit systems, railroads, airports, and waterways.

In a few weeks two candidates, one with a career in education the other in law enforcement, are going head-to-head to represent the 51^st House District in Genesee & Oakland Counties.

Representative Donna Lasinski is hoping for a second term in this lean Dem district, but has to best Teri Aiuto in November.

Representative Bronna Kahle is hoping to continue to represent the residents of the 57^th House District in Lenawee County, but first faces Amber Pedersen this November.

In one of the top races this year, Incumbent Brandt Iden is running for a third term in the 61^st House District, but faces first time candidate Alberta Griffin on the November ballot.

After a close loss in 2016, Democratic candidate Jim Haadsma is taking on Republican candidate Dave Morgan in the 62^nd House District.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature, we shared articles on why telecommuting is increasing, three state elections that may play a role in which party is in control of Congress next year, plus more.

A look at events during the week of October 13 – 19, 2018.

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