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MSP to hold free defensive driving classes for teens

MARQUETTE — The Michigan State Police will offer its Teen Defensive Driving program at two Upper Peninsula locations in August, giving young drivers the opportunity to build safe driving skills through hands-on instruction with MSP troopers. The free sessions will be held Aug. 15 at the ...

MDOT invites public comment on non-metropolitan consultation plan

MARQUETTE — The Michigan Department of Transportation is seeking public comment on the non-metropolitan consultation plan from July 23 to Sept. 21. The plan outlines the consultation process for involving local officials in transportation planning activities in Michigan’s non-metropolitan areas, primarily for the statewide long-range transportation plan, also known as Michigan Mobility 2045 (MM2045) and the State Transportation Improvement Program. The STIP is updated every three years while MM2045 is reviewed or updated every five years. MM2045 is currently in the process ...