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The authors of a proposal to dramatically change Michigan's state government unveiled the results on Monday of an opinion poll showing that it would be favored by 70 percent of the likely voters in the Nov.

The authors of a proposal to dramatically change Michigan's state government unveiled the results on Monday of an opinion poll showing that it would be favored by 70 percent of the likely voters in the Nov.

ONONDAGA - Ingham County teen girls in the juvenile court system can now get help thanks to a new Highfields program that addresses at-risk behavior.

No one can accuse Brian Philson of lacking the gumption to tackle a difficult job.

ONONDAGA - Rhea May Bradford of East Lansing, a long-time supporter of Highfields Inc., has left the human services agency a $64,000 estate gift.

Police say three teens have been killed and another left hospitalized after the driver of a car carrying all four lost control and hit a tree in Jackson County's Rives Township.

"We're approaching the point where we become ineffective when it comes to providing services in emergencies," Ingham County Sheriff Gene Wriggelsworth said.

MASON - Sixteen-year old Chad Finley followed in his father Jeff and Uncle Doug's footsteps by scoring his first ever feature win in the Andrew's Chevrolet Super Late Model division at the Spartan Speedway on ... via Lansing State Journal

“I have been with the department for 37 years and very proud to have done so. I have had the privilege to work with amazing and truly dedicated staff who do everything they can for the students. To me this hasn't been work, it's been a privilege.”

Janice Ambs Receives 2008 Gikas Award - Presented to top support staff person in Michigan Department of Education Contact: Martin Ackley, Director of Communications 517-241-4395 Agency: Education May 14, 2008 ... via State of Michigan

“We are very proud of our graduates this year”

LANSING - Nineteen Lansing-area residents graduated from the Potter Park Zoological Society Docent training sessions on April 5. The students participated in eight weeks of intensive training in which they ... via Lansing State Journal

“I think it's important to encourage people to get outside”

MASON - It wasn't official Earth Day or Arbor Day , but local residents combined the two environmental days to clean up Sycamore Creek on April 26. via Lansing State Journal

Five Olivet College students were recognized for demonstrating outstanding dedication to service throughout their educational career at the Michigan Campus Compact Outstanding Student Service Awards ceremony ... via Battle Creek Enquirer

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Ingham County is now accepting homeowner applications for review. via Lansing State Journal

LANSING - State Representative Barb Byrum invites residents to meet with her and share their concerns during several coffee hours she will be holding in the district in the coming months. via Lansing State Journal

Several people escape a burning home in Onondaga. It happened on Byrum Road just after midnight. via WLNS-TV Lansing

The father of a newborn is in jail facing charges of possession in connection with a possible meth lab in his home. via WILX-TV Lansing

TOMPKINS TWP. - Fire destroyed a home and killed a family's dog late Friday. The Onondaga Township Fire Department assisted Rives-Tompkins firefighters with the blaze at 4965 Baseline Road, just over the line ... via Lansing State Journal

“It appears they lost every- thing”

Fire struck again Friday for the third time this week in Jackson County, destroying the Tompkins Township home of a family of seven. via MLive.com

“And I am pleased to be able to provide the first 30 people with a free book.”

LANSING - State Rep. Barb Byrum invites community children to join her at their local libraries in honor of March is Reading Month. via Lansing State Journal

The Chief Okemos Council and the National Eagle Scout Association are conducting the first-ever search to locate all Eagle Scouts. via Lansing State Journal