Online gambling surge triggers helpline calls rise in Michigan
Michigan online gambling launched late January driving $42.7 million in first 10 days and total online gross receipts near $260 million from January to March. Helpline calls jumped in February to 563, over five times 2020 figures, with experts linking online access to rising problem gambling risk and urging education and preventive measures.
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Grand Rapids man Michael J. Mynard Dies at 65
Michael J. Mynard of Grand Rapids died April 26 2021 at age 65. He survived by his children Tena and Joe, partner Shari Ackerman, mother Patsy Mynard, sister Lori Neitzel, brother Tim Mynard and several nephews and nieces. A private family service is set for May 1 2021 at Cook Memorial Chapel Grandville with a 2 to 4 pm visiting period. memories and guestbook at cookcaresgrandville.com.
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Steve) Neitzel
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Tracy) Mynard
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Michigan secretary of state keeps appointments mandatory
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson said visits to state offices will require appointments permanently. She hailed online and mail options, noted 1 million+ appointment visits this year with average 20 minute waits, and proposed 10 percent more slots to serve about 35,000 more residents monthly. Benson urged bills for online testing, veteran CDL pathways, pop up offices, and funding for call centers. She seeks partnerships with banks and dealers to expand services and two year license renewals.
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