Ottawa County leads Michigan with 3.1 percent jobless rate
Ottawa County posts the state's lowest unemployment at 3.1 percent for June, with Kent 3.3 percent and Allegan 3.5 percent also among top rates. Michigan statewide June unemployment at 4.5 percent. national rate 4.0 percent.
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Gas prices rise 15 cents in Michigan survey
Michigan average for gasoline climbs to 2.98 per gallon in the last week per GasBuddy survey of nearly 5,000 stations. National prices gain 1.1 cents to 2.84 per gallon, with Michigan ranking 13th highest. Elzinga Volkers to host Stuff the Shoe drive for school supplies at 86 E Sixth St Holland.
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Trump says he would not block shutdown over border funds
President Trump told reporters he would have no problem shutting down the federal government this fall if Congress does not provide more border security funding. He pressed for a $25 billion wall plan, while Republican leaders warned a shutdown near the midterms may be avoided.
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Wildfires push toward Lakeport area in Northern California
Evacuations extended as two major wildfires threaten small lake towns around Clear Lake in Lake and Mendocino counties. Authorities face scrutiny over early warnings after a Shasta County resident recounts missing calls before a fatal blaze. Lakeport, a 4700 resident town, lies on the lake’s shore and attracts bass anglers and boaters.
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Fed Set To Leave Rates But Signal September Tightening
The Fed meets to assess a growing economy facing trade fights and Trump opposition to rate hikes. Markets expect no change this week, but a path toward tighter policy in September and December is anticipated after three increases in 2017 and one in 2016 and 2015. Mnuchin defends Fed independence while noting rates are likely to keep rising.
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