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April

MPSC order denies bid to revisit public need for existing portions of Line 5, but permits arguments about potential impacts of greenhouse gas emissions related to tunnel application

MRA's Social Equity Program Announces April Business Resource Workshop, Featuring Sensi Connects

Southeast Michigan Nurse Summarily Suspended

MPSC approves orders involving NEXUS pipeline contract costs for DTE Electric Co., DTE Gas Co.

Kalamazoo County Child Care Group Home License Summarily Suspended

10-digit dialing will soon be required for all calls in Michigan's 616, 810, 906 and 989 area codes

Governor Whitmer, MPSC mark Safe Digging Month, urge Michiganders to call MISS DIG 811 before digging

April is Alcohol Awareness Month - keep alcohol in check as consumption and binge drinking increases

Michigan Residents Reminded to Take Preventative Measures During Carbon Monoxide Safety and Awareness Month

March

Kalamazoo County Adult Foster Care Small Group Home License Summarily Suspended

MPSC urges preparedness, outlines actions to strengthen energy reliability to mark Severe Weather Awareness Week

MPSC approves next phase of DTE Electric's electric vehicle pilot program

State of Michigan announces the MI Propane Security Plan to protect consumers and Michigan's energy supply

MRA's Social Equity Program Announces March Business Resource Workshop, Featuring Calyxeum

Bars, Restaurants, and Patrons Reminded of COVID-19 Regulations, Never Drink and Drive St. Patrick's Day Weekend

Change Your Clocks and Smoke Alarm Batteries this Weekend

State's Liquor Licensees Benefit from New Online Liquor Ordering System

Liquor License and Permits Suspended for Greek Islands Eatery in Plymouth for Violations of MDHHS Emergency Order

MRA's Social Equity Program Announces March Education and Outreach Session, Featuring the MRA Enforcement Division

MPSC approves amended power purchase agreement, dispute settlement between Consumers Energy and major electricity supplier

MPSC annual report marks a year focused on ensuring reliability and customer assistance during global pandemic

February

MRA Reminds Applicants of Upcoming License Eligibility Changes

MPSC initiatives to tackle issues of customer engagement, equity as state's energy transition moves ahead

MPSC urges Michiganders to clear snow from chimneys, vents and utility meters for safety

Michigan Liquor Control Commission to hold Semi-Annual Public Hearing March 17, at 1:00 p.m. via Zoom

MRA's Social Equity Program Announces February Business Resource Workshop, Featuring Our Cannabis

Liquor Licenses and Permits Suspended for the Wooden Nickel in Marquette for Violations of MDHHS Emergency Order

Energy waste reduction saves Michigan customers nearly $1.2B; wind continues to dominate as renewable energy source

MPSC, EGLE join 11 other states to examine planning for power grid amid transition to clean, distributed energy sources

MPSC offers tips for staying safe and warm during cold snap

MPSC establishes new MI Power Grid workgroup on rate designs for distributed energy resources

Liquor Licensees and Fans Urged to Make Super Bowl Sunday Super Safe

Liquor License and Permits Suspended for Businesses in Southfield and Oxford for Violations of MDHHS Emergency Order

MRA Takes Next Step Towards Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by Posting Adult-Use Marijuana Licensees' Social Equity Plans

LARA Director Orlene Hawks Encourages Safety on the Slopes in Michigan

MPSC report: COVID-19 pandemic leads to decline in participation, consumption in electric choice program in 2020

MPSC report: Number of cable operators, subscribers continued to decline in 2020

January

MRA's Social Equity Program Announces February Business Resource Workshop, Featuring Cresco Labs

MPSC releases guidance on implementation of PURPA after Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Order 872

Marijuana Regulatory Agency Announces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Workgroup

LARA Director and State Fire Marshal Urge Fire Safety During National Community Risk Reduction Week

Liquor License and Permits Suspended for Businesses in Mt. Pleasant, Plymouth and Bitely for Violations of MDHHS Emergency Order - Bringing Total to 37 Since September

Marijuana Regulatory Agency Issues Final Recommendations of the Racial Equity Advisory Workgroup

Iosco County Child Care Group Home License Summarily Suspended

Liquor License and Permits Suspended for Businesses in Battle Creek, Detroit, and Flint for Violations of MDHHS Emergency Order

Gov. Whitmer, AG Nessel, State Officials Commend Bar and Restaurant Owners for Compliance with COVID-19 Emergency Health Orders

MRA's Social Equity Program Announces January Education and Outreach Session, Featuring Maurice Morton