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As Congress prepares to vote on the issue of federal funding for public media, the most important voices that will influence the decisions of lawmakers are yours.
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Federal funding for public media is at risk – this is why we need to save it.
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Lansing’s new city hall building will be located at 425 South Grand Avenue across from the CATA Transportation Center.
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Dozens of mid-Michigan residents spoke to an empty chair Tuesday during a town hall that U.S. Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Charlotte, was invited to but did not attend.
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Topic: Whitmer/Trump Oval Office Meeting. Guest: Abdul El-Sayed,(D) U.S. Sen. Candidate.
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Michigan Poet Laureate Nandi Comer, Alise Alousi, and Charisma Holly.
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Anthony Ianni profile and the emergence of MSU gymnastics.
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Does this date have special meaning for you or a loved one? Day sponsorships may be available for this date next year. Contact ask@wkar.org to learn more.
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On this day in 1918: Henry Ford gifted his first Fordson Tractor to his friend, plant breeder Luther Burbank. Burbank was known for his experiments with plants and developing the Idaho Potato. On this day in 1954: Oscar-winning filmmaker Michael Moore was born in Davison, Michigan. Moore is known for his documentaries like "Bowling for Columbine" and "Roger & Me," highlighting political and social issues.
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Along with a slate of touring Broadway shows, the Michigan State University Wharton Center will bring classical music, jazz, theatre, ballet and more to East Lansing.
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