Snyder lameduck agenda hinges on him and Walker contrast
Lame duck fights in Michigan hinge on Governor Rick Snyder with a centrist record who may resist party line moves. He faces a Republican legislature seeking to dilute Democrats' power, unlike Wisconsin's Scott Walker who swiftly backs GOP bills. Snyder recently signed limits on minimum wage and paid sick leave, angering Democrats while keeping options open on broader legislation.
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Holland police grant helps 19 families in Christmas aid
Holland Police Department distributed holiday funds to 19 needy families over Monday and Tuesday in Holland. A $5,000 grant from Meijer plus a separate anonymous donation funded the effort nominated by local schools to aid families in need during Christmas.
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Tulip Time report eyed at Holland City Council meeting
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Huizenga not optimistic about House Dem majority
U.S. Rep Bill Huizenga of Zeeland says productive work in the minority is possible but he is not optimistic about the next two years as Democrats take control in January. He spoke at a Michigan West Coast Chamber event to about 500 attendees, noting partisan rhetoric remains heated and outlining plans to operate under a new majority.
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