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President Donald Trump made his first visit of the year to Michigan on Thursday, touring a Warren auto parts supplier before speaking to a crowd of workers. His comments included a focus on his recent signing of the Unites States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, which replaces the often-criticized NAFTA. He called finding a solution for workers "probably the biggest reason I ran for office." Employees of the supplier, Dana Inc., were allowed to take the microphone, thanking Trump for creating a positive economic environment. MORE
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With Whitmer's finance piece in place, road funding issue remains

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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer got approval Thursday to issue $3.5 billion in bonds to finance road work. While it will help with current needs on state roadways, the plan isn't a longterm solution for Michigan's road problems, Whitmer said. Republican legislators agree, saying they worry the public will see this as an ultimate solution. MORE
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With this mild weather, will Michigan see an early spring?

Will we see flowers blooming and grass growing earlier than usual this year? Since we have a lack of Great Lakes ice coverage this winter, MLive Chief Meteorologist Mark Torregrossa decided to see if that has any effect on when spring will land in Michigan. On average, we have been 6 to 7 degrees warmer than average for the past two months. Does this all lead us to premature springtime? MORE
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Muskegon, Detroit Cass Tech to clash in football for the first time

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It will be a battle of east vs. west when the Big Reds take on the Technicians for the first time ever this fall. The two powerhouse football programs have signed on for a two-year series, set for week two during both seasons. While Muskegon is the winningest program in Michigan, Cass Tech has seen a lot of recent success, taking three state championships in the past decade. So, who will win when they meet? MORE
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Which state is seen as Michigan's partner in crime?

Some states just go together, like New York and New Jersey; Arizona and New Mexico; North Dakota and South Dakota. Here in Michigan, things are a little different. We are kind of on our own, surrounded on most sides by the Great Lakes. So, which state is our partner in crime? Take a look. MORE
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