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Sen. Hertel Hosts Roundtable Discussion on e-Bikes with Local Officials and Public Safety Officers
As concerns about young people riding motorized bikes and scooters become more widespread, Hertel sits down to discuss potential solutions GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. (June 22, 2026) — Last week, Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) hosted a roundtable with local...
Kicking Off Summer with Community Connections
Dear Neighbor, The summer season is finally upon us! I hope you are your family are able to enjoy the sunshine and spend time taking advantage of all the fun summer activities our state offers. While summer break is here for our youngest Michiganders, our team is...
Democratic Legislators Aim to Hold Large-Scale Data Centers Accountable, Protect Michiganders and Environment
Legislation would shield Michigan workers, consumers, and natural resources from impact of data center projectsLANSING, Mich. (June 18, 2026) — As the growing data center industry sparks concerns for consumers, environmentalists, and communities across the...
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The smog couldn’t stop us from breaking ground on an exciting project up in Chesterfield this morning!
Thanks to a strong partnership with Supervisor Kersten and funding we secured in the state budget, Chesterfield will soon have a brand new safety facility at Brandenburg Park. Combined with another investment we secured this year to build a new boat hoist and dock, these projects will help our Fire and Police Departments improve efficiency and public safety response along the waterfront. ... See MoreSee Less
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Thanks to the Rx Kids program, newborn deaths have dropped by 50% in Flint! That’s because when moms and babies have the financial resources to go to the doctor, put food on the table, and keep a roof over their heads, their health improves.
Since the program first launched in Flint in 2023, we’ve been able to expand it to nearly 50 other communities thanks to state funding — including Mount Clemens. I look forward to seeing all the good it does for our local families!
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Study finds fewer Flint newborns died after Rx Kids started
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Since 2024, pregnant moms in Flint have been able to get $7,500 through the Rx Kids program. New research shows what happened next.3 CommentsComment on Facebook
All of Team Hertel would like to give our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Carol Bendure, who passed away recently.
Carol was deeply involved in helping make our lakeshore community a better place for future generations. She was a familiar and welcome face at our coffee hours and town halls, and I always appreciated the chance to chat with her. Carol will be greatly missed — not only by our team, but by the many people whose lives she touched through her kindness and generosity. ... See MoreSee Less
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