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Roundabout planned for crossroads intersection

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SANDS — The Michigan Department of Transportation has announced that it is partnering with Marquette County on a roundabout installation at the intersection of M-533 and County Road 480 at the crossroads. The project, which is scheduled for 2029, will cost approximately $2.8 million, and ...

New Michigan tax system sparks confusion for 27,000 taxpayers

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As Michigan rolls out a new online tax system meant to modernize filing and improve security, the state is acknowledging that it sent at least 27,000 taxpayers incorrect notices claiming they owed taxes already paid or had to repay unexpected refund checks. As of last week, the state had sent ...

Today in History: 1862, Lincoln signs Homestead Act

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Today is Wednesday, May 20, the 140th day of 2026. There are 225 days left in the year. Today in history: On May 20, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Homestead Act, which was intended to encourage settlement west of the Mississippi River by making federal land available for private ...