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06/05/2026

In the summer of 1878, workers began installing 976 pieces of glass into the new Capitol’s iron rotunda floor frame. Damage led to the replacement of nearly two-thirds of the glass tiles over time, with the biggest effort following the 1931 fire in the ground floor’s east wing and rotunda. The Capitol has partnered with Lucid Glass Studio of Providence, RI, to cut 685 new tiles, which will be replaced in five stages. https://capitol.michigan.gov/history/preservation-projects #2025-Present

06/05/2026

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reissuing her Travel Tips alert to help consumers avoid common travel scams and stay informed about their rights while vacationing. With many Michiganders planning trips during the warmer months, Attorney General Nessel also released a video last year urging travelers to remain vigilant when booking and taking vacations.

AG Nessel Reissues Summer Travel Tips

06/05/2026

Explore Michigan Career & Technical Education programs on Pathfinder, Michigan’s free online career exploration tool. ➡️ Pathfinder.MiTalent.org.

Youth and adult learners in Career & Technical Education programs are more engaged, graduate from high school at higher rates, earn industry-recognized credentials, and have rewarding and family-sustaining careers.

Explore CTE programs on Pathfinder, Michigan’s free online career exploration tool. ➡️ Pathfinder.MiTalent.org.

06/05/2026

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is encouraging school districts, with support from local automotive manufacturers, to apply for a share of $150,000 in funding to develop, coordinate and manage regional partnerships that help connect classroom learning to real-world applications.

06/05/2026

Preservation activities will continue at two historic Michigan lighthouses with the help of $120,000 in Michigan Lighthouse Assistance Program (MLAP) grants from the Michigan State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced today. The properties receiving grants are the Grand Haven Entrance Light in Grand Haven and the Keepers Quarters at Whitefish Point Light Station in Chippewa County. https://www.michiganbusiness.org/press-releases/2026/06/historic-michigan-lighthouses-awarded-preservation-grants/

06/04/2026

Fire danger levels are currently EXTREME across the majority of the Upper Peninsula and VERY HIGH across the northern Lower Peninsula. Learn more at https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/managing-resources/forestry/fire/burn-permit.

⚠️ CRITICAL FIRE DANGER THIS WEEK ⚠️

Fire danger levels are currently EXTREME across the majority of the Upper Peninsula and VERY HIGH across the northern Lower Peninsula. Today and tomorrow are absolutely not the days to burn.

The Michigan DNR has officially closed burn permits until we receive sufficient rain. To everyone living in or visiting these areas, please pause and take these critical precautions:

☑️ Hold off on yard work: Leave yard waste piled for a later day.

☑️ Watch the sparks: Be incredibly careful with power equipment, off-road vehicles, and trailer chains. A single spark or hot engine parked on dry grass can ignite a massive wildfire.

☑️ Be mindful of storm debris: In the northern Lower Peninsula, downed wood from last year's March 2025 ice storm is completely dry and poses an extra risk for hotter, faster-burning fires.

☑️ Never leave a campfire unattended: If you are cooking or camping, contain your fire in a pit or ring. When you are done, douse it with water, stir the ashes, and douse it again. It must be completely out.

☑️ Know who to call: If a backyard fire does get away from you, call 911 immediately. Please do not try to put it out yourself before calling authorities.

With temperatures in the 80s, low humidity, and heavy wind gusts expected, embers can fly far and wide, spreading fire instantly.

A massive thank you to our fire crews with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, and every first responder staying on high alert. We hope everyone joins in to do their part and make sure wildfires stay at a minimum. Please stay safe, stay vigilant, and let's protect Michigan together.

Burn permit and wildfire prevention information can be found in the comments.

06/04/2026

The Michigan Poverty Task Force (PTF) released its 2026 Poverty Task Force Report to highlight the scope of poverty’s impact across the state, and provide recommendations to lift Michiganders out of poverty, connect families in every corner of Michigan with economic opportunity, improve quality of life, improve outcomes and create real change. Read more at https://www.michigan.gov/leo/news/2026/06/03/gov-whitmer-unveils-new-anti-poverty-strategies-and-policy-recommendations.

MiSTEM convenes a statewide network of leaders in education, business and local communities to empower the next generation of innovators.

06/04/2026

With the school year wrapping up and warmer temperatures setting in, Michigan’s waters are calling. But before you pack your beach bags and head to a state park, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources reminds residents and visitors of two vital beach safety systems that help keep everyone safe while swimming and soaking up the sun.

Beach plans? Know these vital beach safety systems at state parks Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 06/03/2026 11:58 AM EDT Share or view as webpage | Update preferences DNR News June 3, 2026Contact: Pat Whalen, 269-838-1196 Keep these two vital beach safety systems in m...

06/04/2026

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06/04/2026

Did you know Michigan ranks sixth in the nation for total milk production? We do! Michigan is home to more than 400,000 dairy cows across approximately 900 dairy farms and Michigan’s dairy farms contribute an impressive $15.7 billion to the state’s economy every year.​ For more fun food and agriculture facts be sure to follow the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development - MDARD.

FACT! Michigan ranks sixth in the nation for total milk production.​

Michigan milk is "udderly" amazing with an incredible dairy community and the hardworking farmers who keep it thriving.​

Did you know?​
🥛Our state is home to more than 400,000 dairy cows across approximately 900 dairy farms.​
🥛 Michigan’s dairy farms contribute an impressive $15.7 billion to the state’s economy every year.​

Here’s to the dairy farmers, processors, and partners who support this essential industry and help nourish our communities every day!