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Trump’s 36% Approval Rating is a Warning Sign for Michigan Republicans
February 17, 2026 Press Release Lansing, Mich. — Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped to 36% — a clear warning sign for Michigan Republicans rubber stamping his MAGA agenda and the economic chaos that comes with it. Nearly 3 out of 4 Americans say the economy is “fair or poor,” and 59% disapprove of Trump’s handling of the economy as…
Michigan Legislative Black Caucus Mourns Passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson
Press Release LANSING, Mich., Feb. 17, 2026 — The Michigan Legislative Black Caucus (MLBC) today honors the life of Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson, a towering civil rights leader whose life’s work advanced justice, strengthened democracy and left an enduring mark on communities across Michigan and the nation. The MLBC issued the following statement in remembrance: “The Michigan Legislative Black Caucus…
Sextortion Investigation Leads to Arrest of North Carolina Man
February 13, 2026 Press Release A sextortion investigation that began with a Calhoun County Sheriff’s Deputy initial response in Michigan, has resulted in the arrest of a North Carolina man now facing more than 25 felony sex crime charges. On January 2, 2026, the Sampson County Sheriff’s Office received a complaint from the Calhoun County…
Calhoun County 2026 Seasonal Weight Restrictions
February 11, 2026 Press Release In accordance with Public Act 300 of 1949, the Calhoun County Road Department (CCRD) is enacting Seasonal Weight Restrictions beginning at 6 a.m., Tuesday, February 17, 2026. When roads have been frozen all winter, they begin to thaw from the surface downward, melting snow and ice, saturating the softened ground.…
Michigan House Republicans Back Trump’s Threat to Block Gordie Howe International Bridge, Putting Michigan’s Economy Further at Risk
February 11, 2026 BREAKING: Press Release LANSING, Mich. — After Donald Trump threatened to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge Monday— a project he previously called a “vital economic link” between the U.S. and Canada — Michigan Republicans are backing his threat. Today, Republican Speaker Matt Hall said he was “supportive of the president’s…
Applications Available for 2026 Local Mowing Program
Press Release February 9, 2026 Open to Local Non-Profit and Community Groups Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Neighborhood Mow & Maintenance (NMM) Program in Calhoun County. Offered annually by the Calhoun County Land Bank Authority (CCLBA), this program supports the upkeep of vacant Land Bank–owned properties in the cities of Battle Creek and Albion…
Acrylic Paint Workshop
Press Release February 9, 2026
Chinese Ink Painting Workshop
Press Release
GOP Leader Matt Hall Cuts Help to Michigan Needy
Albion State Rep Frisbee Votes to Cut Support for Moms and Babies Matt Hall Talks “Lower Costs” as His Own GOP Budget Would Have Cut Healthcare and Food Assistance for Working Families LANSING, Mich. — Today, House Speaker Matt Hall claimed Republicans are “lowering costs” for Michigan families — even as House Republicans voted for a…
Multi Cultural Exhibit
Albion Art Center February 3, 2026 The art exhibit is open Thursdays through Sunday, 5 pm – 7 pm and will run from February 13 through March 13, 2026. Come enjoy.
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