Lucas Henkel is a Reporter and Strategic Communications Producer for COURIER based in mid-Michigan, covering community stories and public policies across the country.
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Why Gen-Z medical students are helping their peers become registered voters
This Michigander’s passion for a healthy community is driving her to the polls this year—and inspiring others to do the same.
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Volunteers needed to mentor youth at UP State Fair in Escanaba
This year, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) needs help staffing their Pocket Park during the August 12-18 UP State Fair in Escanaba.
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Livingston County volunteer honored as Hunter Education Instructor of the Year
After receiving nominations from fellow volunteer hunter education instructors, Stuart Kenewell of Gregory has been honored as the recipient of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) 2023 Hunter Education Instructor of the Year.
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More Michigan families are able to feed their kids this summer, thanks to 3 new programs
Families now have more options for saving money on groceries during the summer months—including free meals for Michigan kids 18 and under.
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Kids are more successful when they have a library—here’s how former teachers plan to bring more to Michigan
Local librarians rejoice as Michigan Democrats make a plan to put libraries in more public schools.
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Our top 10 favorite submissions to Michigan’s first-ever “I Voted” sticker contest
Michiganders can vote online until the end of July to help choose the final designs for the state’s official 2024 Presidential Election “I Voted” sticker.
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Judge blocks Michigan’s abortion waiting period—Democratic lawmakers rejoice
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Attorney General Dana Nessel released statements on the reproductive law case, Northland v. Nessel.
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How Michigan families can benefit from these 20 state health programs this summer
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is hosting two free virtual baby fairs in July for new or expecting families—here’s what you need to know.
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A therapist and a scientist talk about how gender-affirming care impacts LGBTQ+ youth in Michigan
Republicans want to restrict access to gender-affirming care for LGBTQ+ youth in Michigan. Here’s what they have wrong—and how you can help make Michigan a safe place for everyone.
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Everything we know about the Rochester Hills shooting
Community organizations in Rochester Hills are helping residents recover from the splash pad shooting over the weekend. Here’s what you need to know.
