Legislation has been introduced in Lansing to allow microbrewers to provide sample servings of beer at farmer’s markets in Michigan. The bill is similar to legislation approved last year that deals with wine tasting. State House Democrats Andy Schor of Lansing and Marcia Hovey-Wright of Muskegon say Michigan has the …

The so-called “Big Dance” got under way this weekend and police in Michigan are continuing a special campaign targeting drunk drivers leaving parties and bars after celebrating NCAA basketball victories. Lynn Sutfin, of the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning, says the federally-funded extra enforcement began just before St. Patrick’s …

Morning Sports for Monday, March 24th: Follow the links for more story details. In the N-H-L yesterday… the Red Wings lost to the Wild 4-3 in overtime. Gustav Nyquist scored twice for Detroit. The Wings skate at Columbus tomorrow night. Faceoff is at 7:30 on AM 1400, WCCY. In college …

Morning Sports for Sunday, March 23rd: Follow the links for more story details. In the N-H-L… Gustav Nyquist’s third period goal lifted the Red Wings to a 3-2 victory over the Wild Saturday afternoon. Brendan Smith and David Legwand each had a goal and an assist, and Jimmy Howard stopped …

Spring weight restriction will be temporarily modified to allow normal legal loads on county roads next week. The change will remain in effect from just after midnight on Monday March 24th until 8am on Wednesday March 26th, which is subject to change based on weather and road conditions. Full implementation …

After receiving some 700 complaints alleging unfair pricing and unfair business practices in the propane industry, Attorney General Bill Schuette says he has issued civil subpoenas as part of an investigation. The subpoenas were filed in Saginaw County Circuit Court and the court ordered Ferrellgas – which was the target …

The Michigan Department of Community Health says low-income adults can begin enrolling for health insurance in the state’s Healthy Michigan Plan starting April 1 under Michigan’s expansion of Medicaid. The plan expands eligibility to people between the ages of 19-64, not currently eligible for Medicaid, not eligible for or enrolled …

This year’s election is likely to be based on two primary issues: roads and K-12 education. That, according to political consultant TJ Bucholz of Lambert-Edwards and Associates. A new poll released by the firm shows that any state spending should be on K-12 education and roads. Bucholz says they offered …

The Michigan Senate Thursday approved a bill setting up a pilot program that would allow for suspicion-based drug test of welfare recipients. The Republican sponsored bill was approved along party lines, with Democrats opposing. Under the proposal, the program would be set up in three counties, although those counties have …

A battle could be brewing in Lansing, over phys-ed classes. Testimony began in a Michigan House Committee Wednesday, on a proposal to toughen phys ed requirements for schools, which affects students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Specifically, the bill requires a minimum amount of time each week dedicated to phys …