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Michigan’s income tax filing dates will coincide with the federal income tax season which runs January 24th through April 18th. Employers must send all W-2 or 1099 forms to employees by January 31st so they can compile their income tax returns. The US Department of the Treasury advises people … [Read more...] about Michigan Income Tax Return Filing Starts January 24th

In both rural and more populated areas of Mid-Michigan coyotes have been spotted roaming near houses and neighborhoods.  According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, this is because it is their breeding season and they are searching for food and mates. Though coyotes are not trying … [Read more...] about Increased Coyote Sightings in Mid-Michigan

With the pandemic has come many supply shortages.  Here’s one you can help alleviate and possibly save a life in the process!  The nation’s blood supply is so dangerously low, that the Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis for the first time. The Red Cross has collected about 40% of the … [Read more...] about Save a Life, and Possibly Win Superbowl Tickets in the Process!

Flint residents will be drinking water completely supplied by Genesee County by the end of the week.  The transition is happening due to the water supply needing to be cut off from the Great Lakes Water Authority while work is completed on the control station valves.  The work is not possible unless … [Read more...] about Flint Temporarily Transitioning to Genesee County’s Water System

After Friday’s Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference on Friday, the Michigan Department of Treasury is anticipating $1.72 billion more in revenue this year and $1.4 billion next year. Twice a year, the group of government officials and state economists meet to determine how much revenue to expect. … [Read more...] about Michigan Tax Revenue Influx Expected

By May 9th, the Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association will be issuing a $400 per vehicle refund to insurers who had valid auto insurance policies on October 31st 2021.  This may lead to scammers trying to capitalize on the payments by preying on unsuspecting policy holders. The refunds will be … [Read more...] about Beware of Auto Insurance Refund Scammers!

Today is the first day that damage claims are being filed in the $626 million settlement for the Flint Water Crisis.  The Flint Water Legal Office is assisting claimants with filing before the deadline of May 12th, 2022. Part of the process is to make sure the information on the registration form is … [Read more...] about Affected by the Flint Water Crisis? Don’t Wait to File a Claim!

15,000 name suggestions were received for the Michigan Department of Transportation’s plow naming contest over the past year.  Now all 330 of snowplows have new names for this winter, showcasing Michigan residents’ sense of humor and wit. Some of the top names include: Alice Scooper Gordie … [Read more...] about MDOT’s Snow Plows Have New Names!

Flint area soccer fans have more to look forward to!  The Flint City Bucks have acquired the women’s team Corktown AFC and are rebranding it Flint City AFC.  Kettering’s Atwood Stadium will be the site of both the men’s and women’s home games. “This Flint City Bucks partnership will expand the … [Read more...] about Flint City Bucks Announce New Women’s Franchise

Due to continuing chip shortages and supply chain issues, both used and new car prices are likely to continue to remain high, or even increase further. "The computer chip shortage continues into 2022. It doesn't seem like it's getting better. There are reports out there that it might be getting a … [Read more...] about Auto Industry Likely to Follow 2021 Trends in 2022