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Muskegon Lumberjacks Unveil 2026-27 Schedule With Clark Cup Final Rematch Against Sioux Falls
The Muskegon Lumberjacks unveiled their 62-game 2026-27 USHL schedule with a January rematch against Clark Cup Final opponent Sioux Falls and a banner-raising home opener against the USHL National Development Team.
3d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - community
Muskegon Hosts Miss Michigan 2026 as Grace Hanke Wins Title and $11,000 in Scholarships
Grace Hanke, a 19-year-old engineering student from Hazel Park, was crowned Miss Michigan 2026 at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon. She earned $11,000 in scholarships and will compete at Miss America in Florida this September.
5d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
Two Critically Injured in Muskegon County Head-On Crash as Van Crosses Center Line
Two drivers were critically injured Tuesday after a head-on crash on Holton Road in Dalton Township, Muskegon County. Michigan State Police say a van crossed the center line and struck an oncoming vehicle.
June 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislation
Muskegon Waters at Stake as Michigan Lawmakers Debate Opening Walleye and Trout to Commercial Fishing
Michigan lawmakers are weighing bills that would allow commercial fishermen to harvest walleye and lake trout on the Great Lakes, a move that could reshape fishing access for Muskegon-area anglers and charter captains as whitefish populations collapse.
June 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Muskegon Democrats Lose Debate Stage as Jocelyn Benson Skips Fox 2 Gubernatorial Primary Clash
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson will skip Thursday's Fox 2 Democratic gubernatorial primary debate, leaving Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson to face questions alone. Muskegon voters will hear only one side of the primary clash.
June 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Muskegon Drivers Face Months of M-46 Closures as Michigan Invests $3.3 Million in Bridge Replacement
MDOT is spending $3.3 million to replace a 1959 M-46 bridge over Crockery Creek in Muskegon County, closing the road between Casnovia and Ravenna through October. The project is part of Michigan's $1 billion annual road funding boost.
May 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislation
Michigan House Passes Property Tax Overhaul That Would Reshape Muskegon Homeowner Bills and County Revenues
The Michigan House passed a party-line property tax package that would eliminate the state property tax, end the pop-up tax, and repeal the real estate transfer tax. Muskegon homeowners could save roughly $1,400 a year, but the House Fiscal Agency estimates $5.4 billion to $5.8 billion in annual revenue losses. The bills now head to the Democratic Senate.
May 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - budget
Michigan House Budget Would Shift Childcare Billing From Enrollment to Attendance, Putting Muskegon Families at Risk
The Michigan House budget would shift childcare subsidy billing from enrollment to attendance. Providers warn the change could cost Muskegon and rural families $50 to $100 a month and push children out of subsidized care.
May 25, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - sports
Linards Feldbergs Earns Second Clark Cup Final Shutout as Sioux Falls Stampede Defeat Muskegon Lumberjacks 3-0
Linards Feldbergs earned the second shutout in Clark Cup Final history as the Sioux Falls Stampede defeated the Muskegon Lumberjacks 3-0 in Game 2. The Herd now heads to Muskegon for Game 3 of the Clark Cup Final series.
May 18, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
Woman Escapes Muskegon Heights Police Car While Handcuffed, Later Recaptured After Break-In
A woman handcuffed in a Muskegon Heights police car escaped through a partially open window and was later recaptured after a break-in at a Peck Street residence.
May 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
State approves $481,000 grant to expand Muskegon farmers market, support local food businesses
State approved a $481,000 grant to expand Muskegon's farmers market, supporting 100+ local food businesses and driving foot traffic to downtown Muskegon. The funding will improve the indoor market and Kitchen 242 space.
May 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Muskegon Township Supervisor Jennifer Hodges Opposes State Zoning Preemption Bills
Muskegon Township supervisor Jennifer Hodges and other local officials oppose state zoning preemption bills that would override local authority on housing and development decisions.
May 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - business
Muskegon-area metal manufacturer files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with debts exceeding assets
Precision Manufacturing Group, a metal manufacturer near Muskegon, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with liabilities exceeding $3.5 million. The company continues to operate as it seeks reorganization.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislation
Muskegon Wins $730,200 State Grant for Hartshorn Park Expansion as Natural Resources Bill Advances Through Legislature
Muskegon is set to receive $730,200 from Michigan's Natural Resources Trust Fund for a Hartshorn Park expansion as Senate Bill 829 advances through the House. The $45 million bill passed the Senate 37-0.
May 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Muskegon’s Brianna Scott Leads MSU Board in Controversial Vote to Double President’s Pay, Impose New Ethics Gag Rule
Muskegon's Brianna Scott leads the MSU Board of Trustees through a Sunday night special meeting that nearly doubles the president's salary to $2 million and adopts a controversial ethics policy critics call a gag order.
May 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - fires
Four children escape injured from Muskegon Heights house fire
Four children escaped a house fire in Muskegon Heights Monday evening, but not without injury. One child suffered cuts from broken glass and three others had smoke inhalation from the kitchen fire that started after 8 p.m.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - crime
Four shot, two hit by vehicles at post-prom party in Muskegon County, police say
Police in Muskegon County are investigating a shooting and vehicle attacks at a post-prom party that left four people shot and two others injured Saturday night.
May 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - education
Muskegon voters face $37.1M school bond proposal to add classrooms and expand career learning
Muskegon Public Schools presents a $37.1M bond proposal on Tuesday to add classrooms and expand career learning spaces across elementary, middle and high schools. The plan would maintain the current tax debt rate with no net increase in taxes.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
MDOT Starts $7 Million Bridge Improvement Project at I-96, US-31 Interchange in Muskegon County
MDOT begins $7 million bridge improvement project at I-96, US-31 interchange in Muskegon County with partial deck replacement, new expansion joints, and substructure improvements starting April 6.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources