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TUESDAY, JULY 19, 2022

In today's newsletter, travel influencers share budget travel tips, Dan Campbell doesn't think Detroit will see the "same old Lions" and squirrel tables are not allowed in Ann Arbor.

The Freedom of Information Act is of vital importance for all of us.

Every citizen deserves access to information about what our public officials are doing. That's why the Freedom of Information Act is so important.

MLive teamed up with the Michigan Press Association yesterday to host a workshop on Michigan’s public records and open meetings laws, led by Attorney General Dana Nessel. It's part of a Michigan AG tradition that goes back 25 years.

“You should have the ability to know what’s going on with your tax dollars and inside the government bodies that represent you,” Nessel said during the workshop, which you can read all about here.

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Need a vacation? In today's newsletter, we have some tips on how to travel without the impacts of inflation blowing up your budget. Find the info under No. 3. (Photo by Joel Bissell | MLive.com)

Michigan has about 100 pregnancy resource centers. They are not 'fake clinics,' directors say.

What are pregnancy resource centers?Their faith-based missions are centered on women and children, but they help men too. Usually funded exclusively or mostly by donations, they offer free pregnancy tests and ultrasounds, counseling, parenting classes, support, and in some cases, prayer and spiritual guidance.

But they do not terminate pregnancies: They will refer clients for prenatal care and to adoption agencies and social service organizations or government programs, but never to abortion providers. You can read more about these centers here.

More kids in foster care? If Michigan's 1931 abortion ban is reinstated, some experts say more kids could land in the state's overburdened foster system.

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As the election inches closer, here are the latest headlines from the world of politics.

Trump endorsee vs. Meijer: John Gibbs wants Peter Meijer fired for something he did after just 10 days on the job as a congressman for Michigan’s 3rd district.That something was a vote to impeach former President Donald Trump.

Looking at the money: Data gathered from the most recent campaign finance quarter, which spans from April through the end of June, will be the last glimpse voters get into the spending and fundraising habits of candidates until after the primary. Take a look.

Rinke thinks business smarts set him apart: Kevin Rinke is a wealthy businessman new to politics. He jumped into the Michigan governor’s race out of dissatisfaction with the direction of the state.

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Michigan travel influencers share their budget tips to make trips inflation-proof.

Need a vacation?I mean, who doesn't? But maybe you are worried that inflation will keep a trip out of your price range. Luckily, we've got some hot tips from travel influencers on how to get away without feeling the pinch of the current economy.

A price rollercoaster: The consumer price index rose again in June but airfare and lodging away from home dropped after sharp inclines in May. The caveat is travel is still significantly more expensive than this time last year. So you'll definitely need these tips.

Travel trends:Earlier this year, we shared predictions for 2022 travel. Check it out.

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Same old Lions? Dan Campbell says hearing the mantra 'fuels our fire.'

A different den of Lions? The offseason hype surrounding the Detroit Lions doesn’t seem to be losing any steam, with the start of training camp still another week away. And coach Dan Campbell is optimistic. He really likes the roster.

Campbell told Peter King: "Every time we hear the S-O-L, same old Lions, and all the stuff, I think it fuels our fire. We love it. I think that’s how we all feel. That’s how we all talk. That’s how we all think. There’s nothing fake about it."

Elsewhere in Detroit: Attention Red Wings fans, we have a projection of Detroit's season-opening line combinations.

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Hey there, Ann Arbor. How about a look at some local stories?

Ann Arbor remains most-educated city: The Ann Arbor metro area remains the country’s most educated, a new study released by WalletHub says. The home of the University of Michigan topped the list by having the highest share of bachelor’s degree holders age 25 and older at 56.7%

No squirrel tables allowed: Residents who are screwing small wooden tables to street trees and putting bowls of sunflower seeds atop them for squirrels are doing so illegally, according to Ann Arbor officials. You aren't allowed to affix any items to public trees along city streets.

Want to try something new? These 5 places in Ann Arbor offer an opportunity to have a drink while enjoying a new activity. How about axe throwing?

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You're all caught up.

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Have a lovely Tuesday.

— Jessica Shepherd

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