A federal appeals court blocks enforcement of Michigan’s conversion therapy ban, citing First Amendment concerns. A judge also halts Michigan’s effort to shut down the Line 5 pipeline beneath the Straits of Mackinac, keeping the long-running legal battle alive. Rural communities across the state receive more than $500,000 in grants aimed at housing, infrastructure, and workforce development. We also spotlight a Michigan veteran honored with a national volunteer award and a heartwarming holiday giving event in Manistee that brought the community together.

0:28 - Federal Appeals Court Blocks Michigan Conversion Therapy Ban (WTOP)

1:31 - Judge Blocks Michigan’s Attempt to Shut Down Line 5 Pipeline (Michigan Advance)

2:34 - Rural Michigan Communities Receive Over $500,000 in State Grants (Michigan.gov)

3:30 - Michigan Veteran Earns National Guard Volunteer Award (American Legion)

4:24 - “Stuff a Blue Goose” Holiday Drive in Manistee (Manistee News)

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