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Traverse City Light and Power buys power from Heritage Sustainable Energy's solar array on M-72 in Traverse City. Aug. 2, 2023.
Izzy Ross
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Solar power surging in Michigan, Midwest as renewables rapidly gain ground
Sarah Cwiek
A new report finds that despite Trump administration efforts to push coal and natural gas, renewables are still gaining market share at a “blistering” pace — especially in Michigan and the Midwest.
An image of an empty hallway at Plainwell Community Schools, lined with lockers with an emergency exit at the far end. The ceiling is very high, with exposed pipes and electrical systems.
Plainwell Community Schools
Audit finds concerns with Michigan's school services program
Colin Jackson
The Banks Township Board of Trustees meeting drew a crowd large enough that the meeting was moved to the gym at Ellsworth High School. (Photo courtesy of Julie Waterman)
Courtesy of Julie Waterman
IPR News
At a packed meeting in Ellsworth, Banks Township board keeps zoning laws in place
Austin Rowlader
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