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2009:			November - October - September - August - July - June - May - April - March - February - January
	November
		• 20 -	MPSC Issues Request for Proposal for up to $2 million in Michigan Energy Efficiency Grants
		• 20 -	UNEMPLOYED MICHIGAN WORKERS CAN CLAIM UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS THROUGHOUT THANKSGIVING WEEK
		• 20 -	Governor Granholm Announces $530,000 in Additional No Worker Left Behind Funds to Help Dislocated Workers in the Western Upper Peninsula
		• 20 -	Governor Granholm Announces $300,000 in Additional No Worker Left Behind Funds to Help Dislocated Workers in Northeast Michigan
		• 20 -	Governor Granholm Announces $1,000,000 in Additional No Worker Left Behind Funds to Help Dislocated Workers in West Central Michigan
		• 19 -	Arnold Center's two Manufacturing Facilities Receive SHARP Award for Workplace Safety & Health Excellence
		• 19 -	Michigan's Wage & Hour Division collects $2.3 million in unpaid workers' wages in FY 2009
		• 19 -	Governor and DELEG Director Announce $83,806 Recovery Act Grant for Michigan State University to Measure Wind Speed in Michigan
		• 19 -	U.S.DOL Awards $4 Million to Michigan, Indiana and Ohio Grant Will Research Green Economy Impact on the Auto Industry and Dislocated Auto Workers
		• 18 -	Michigan Communities Receive $181,000 in Local Licensing Fees From the Michigan Liquor Control Commission
		• 18 -	Michigan's October Jobless Rate Declines
		• 17 -	Arnold Center's two Manufacturing Facilities to Receive SHARP Award Recognition for Outstanding Workplace Safety & Health
		• 17 -	OFIR Orders End to Flint Man's Alleged Investment Scam
		• 16 -	Michigan's Homeless Coalition and MSHDA Team Up to End Homelessness in Michigan
		• 16 -	Country Fresh Grand Rapids Facility Receives State Awards for Outstanding Safety & Health Record and Ergonomic Innovation
		• 13 -	Michigan's Unemployment Insurance Agency to mail instructions for claiming federal extension starting next week
		• 13 -	OFIR's Tips for Seniors Purchasing Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage
		• 12 -	MPSC Authorizes Consumers Energy to Decrease Securitization Bond and Interest Surcharge, Increase Tax Surcharge
		• 12 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreements Reconciling Two Utilities' 2008 Power Supply Costs
		• 12 -	MPSC Authorizes Michigan Consolidated Gas Company to Implement 2009-2010 Gas Cost Recovery Factor
		• 12 -	More Than 100 Businesses Holding a Liquor License Pass Controlled Buys
		• 10 -	Granholm Proclaims November "Hire a Veteran" Month Highly-trained veterans are ready to work; services and incentives are available for employers who hire veterans
		• 10 -	Teens Speak out on Driving while Texting, Drunk Driving, and Other Driver Safety Issues on Insurance Advocate's Cable Show
		• 09 -	Michigan's Fire Safe Cigarette Law Takes Effect January 1, 2010 Manufacturers Required to Certify Self-Extinguishing Cigarettes with State
		• 06 -	Governor Granholm Proclaims November 8-14 Elevator Escalator Safety Awareness Week
		• 06 -	Grand Haven to Host Historic Preservation Workshop November 17
		• 05 -	DELEG Director Pruss Receives 2009 Guardian of the Great Lakes Award
		• 04 -	OFIR Schedules Public Hearing on Blue Care Network's Proposed Acquisition of Physicians Health Plan
		• 03 -	OFIR's Top Ten Investor Traps
		• 02 -	MPSC Directs Consumers Energy to Refund to Electric Customers Part of Its Self-Implemented Rate Increase
		• 02 -	UIA Warns Unemployment Recipients: Scammers Trying to Gain Access to Benefit Debit Cards
		• 02 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Center ? Big Rapids Facility Earns Steward Certification
		• 02 -	MSHDA seeking $290 million from feds for "New Michigan Urban Neighborhood" plan
	October
		• 30 -	Michigan's Renewable Energy Certification System Launched
		• 30 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Amway Grand Plaza Hotel Facility Earns Steward Certification
		• 30 -	State Fire Marshal Reminds Consumers: "Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery" Working Smoke Alarms Saves Lives in Escaping Home Fires
		• 29 -	MPSC Designates Community Access Line of the Lakeshore, Inc. as the 2-1-1 Community Resource Information and Referral Answering Point for Seven Exchanges in Manistee County
		• 29 -	MPSC Grants Licenses to Three Alternative Gas Suppliers
		• 29 -	MPSC Directs Upper Peninsula Power Company to File Electric Rates It Proposes to Self Implement
		• 29 -	MPSC Directs Michigan Gas Utilities Corporation to File Natural Gas Rates It Proposes to Self Implement
		• 29 -	MPSC to Hold Public Hearing to Receive Public Comments on the Effect of Wind Turbine Setback Requirements and Noise Limitations on Wind Energy Development
		• 29 -	State Fire Marshal Urges Families To Be Halloween Safe Costumes, Candles and Jack-O-Lanterns Pose Increased Fire Risk
		• 29 -	Michigan Commission on Spanish-Speaking Affairs to meet on Thursday, November 5, 2009
		• 27 -	Michigan Receives 2009 Interstate Renewable Energy Council Innovation Award
		• 22 -	September Unemployment Rates Edge Down Slightly in Most of Michigan's Regional Labor Markets
		• 20 -	OFIR Announces Participation in Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System
		• 15 -	MPSC Commissioner Highlights Role of Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs in Michigan's Energy Efficiency Revolution
		• 15 -	Wind Energy Resource Zone Board Submits Final Report Identifying Four Michigan Regions with Highest Wind Energy Potential
		• 14 -	Michigan Rehabilitation Services Employer Champions Honored by State Businesses Recognized by MRS and MCB as Role Models for Putting People with Disabilities to Work
		• 14 -	Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces $1.77 Million For Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Loans and Grants To 32 Michigan Projects
		• 14 -	Michigan's September Jobless Rate Increases
		• 13 -	MPSC Directs Consumers Energy Company to Show Cause Why It Should Not Refund Unspent Tree Trimming, Certain O & M Funds to Electric Customers
		• 13 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement that Enhances Customer Protections for Natural Gas Choice Customers
		• 13 -	Commissioner Martinez Elected Organization of MISO States Vice President
		• 13 -	MPSC Directs Consumers Energy Company to File Natural Gas Rates It Proposes to Self Implement
		• 13 -	MPSC Revises Schedule Dealing with Self-Implementation in Wisconsin Electric Power Company's Ongoing Electric Rate Case
		• 13 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Alpena Power Company to Increase its Electric Rates by $650,000
		• 13 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreements Reconciling the 2008 Power Supply Costs of Six Michigan Electric Utilities, Approves Rate Increase for One
		• 13 -	MPSC Highlights Efforts to Reconnect Utility Service for Senior Citizens No Questions Asked
		• 13 -	MIOSHA Cites Imperial Construction Company for Willful and Serious Violations in Fatal Trench Collapse and Proposes $131,600 in Penalties
		• 13 -	News Advisory - First Annual Michigan Rehabilitation Services Employer Champion Awards to be Presented Wednesday, October 14 at State Capitol
		• 12 -	Sadlak Sentencing Highlights OFIR's Partnership with Local Law Enforcement on Investment Crimes
		• 09 -	MPSC Issues Winter 2009/2010 Energy Appraisal
		• 09 -	OFIR Revokes Farmington Hills Man's Securities, Insurance Licenses
		• 08 -	OFIR Announces $480 Million Auction Rate Securities Settlement with JPMorgan Chase
		• 08 -	MSHDA and Department of Natural Resources Team Up on Oct. 10 for Archaeology Family Fun Day
		• 07 -	Recovery Act Expands Work Opportunity Tax Credit Employers must file by October 17
		• 07 -	Michigan Automobile and Home Insurance Consumer Advocate Urges Michigan Supreme Court to Ban Use of Credit Scores
		• 06 -	ADVISORY - Insurance Advocate Butch Hollowell will Hold Credit Scoring Press Conference Outside Michigan Hall of Justice
		• 06 -	Credit Scoring Ban Finally Before Michigan Supreme Court
		• 05 -	MPSC Commissioner Transeth Elected President of the Organization of PJM States, Inc. for 2010
		• 05 -	City of Marshall, Brooks Fountain Restoration Project Earns the Collaboration Award at the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference
		• 02 -	Governor Granholm Proclaims October 4-10 as Fire Prevention Week Stay Fire Smart! Don't Get Burned
		• 02 -	Huntington National Bank Acquires Deposits of Warren Bank
		• 02 -	Fire Prevention Week Kicks Off at State Capitol Rotunda, Monday, October 5
		• 02 -	DELEG Warns Consumers of Furnace Cleaning Scams Offers Do's and Don'ts of Winterizing Your Home Heating System
		• 02 -	Michigan Hispanic Caucus & Cesar E. Chavez Commission Recognizes Outstanding Hispanic Students, Entrepreneurs and Leaders
		• 01 -	MPSC Encourages Utility Customers to "Be WinterWise," Web Site Features Information on Energy Efficiency Tips, Energy Assistance Programs
		• 01 -	Advisory - Michigan Liquor Control Commission to Hold Public Meeting in Muskegon
		• 01 -	Advisory - DELEG, MSU to Graduate First Participants of Veterans to Agriculture Program an Innovative No Worker Left Behind Job Training Initiative
	September
		• 30 -	OFIR Hears Public Testimony on Uninsured Motorist Coverage
		• 29 -	MPSC Reaffirms Previous Order Denying Michigan Consolidated Gas Company Recovery of Control Premium in Rates
		• 29 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Michigan Gas Utilities Corporation to Implement Its 2009-2010 Gas Cost Recovery Factor
		• 29 -	MPSC Starts Proceeding on Direct Participation of Michigan Retail Customers into a Regional Transmission Organization Wholesale Market
		• 29 -	MPSC Merges Low-Income Resources Task Force with the Energy Optimization Low Income Work Group, Schedules First Meeting
		• 29 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing SEMCO Energy Gas Company's 2009-2010 Gas Cost Recovery Factor
		• 29 -	MPSC Approves Financial Incentive Mechanisms for Consumers Energy, Detroit Edison and Michigan Consolidated Gas Company When They Exceed Energy Optimization Targets
		• 29 -	MPSC Approves Procedures Dealing with the Administration and Allocation of Electric Load Served by Alternative Electric Suppliers
		• 29 -	Insurance Coverage and H1N1 Influenza
		• 28 -	Governor Granholm Proclaims October 2009 Investing in Abilities Month in Michigan
		• 28 -	Media Invited to Hispanic Celebration on Tues, Sept. 29 in Lansing
		• 28 -	Michigan Launches $17.4 Million Competitive Grant Program to Fund Energy Efficiency and Conservation Projects Communities Encouraged to Submit Proposals for Energy-Saving, Job-Creating Projects
		• 25 -	State of Michigan, MSU Partnering to Prepare Veterans for Agricultural Jobs Partners with Michigan State University for Innovative No Worker Left Behind Job Training Initiative
		• 25 -	Governor Granholm Announces $540,000 in Work Incentive Grants to Extend the Disability Program Navigator (DPN) Initiative to June 30, 2010
		• 25 -	OFIR Orders Insurance Agency Benefit Management Administrators to Stop Selling Fraudulent Health Policies
		• 24 -	Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission to Meet in Madison Heights on Friday, October 9
		• 24 -	August Unemployment Rates Decline Seasonally in All of Michigan's Regional Labor Markets
		• 22 -	MPSC Awarded Over $1 Million in ARRA Funds to Assist in Implementing Smart Grid Technology
		• 21 -	Community Invited to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage on Tuesday, Sept. 29th in Lansing Tickets Available for Hispanic Heritage Awards and Recognition Dinner
		• 21 -	Consumer's Corner Highlights Decoy Operations at the Michigan Liquor Control Commission
		• 17 -	OFIR Revokes Grand Blanc Mortgage Company's License
		• 16 -	MPSC Reminds Utility Customers to Protect Their Privacy to Prevent Utility Service Fraud
		• 16 -	City of Howell, Downtown Howell Pink Party Earns The Innovation Award at the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference
		• 16 -	Old Town Lansing, Old Town Medical Arts Center Earns The Redevelopment Award at the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference
		• 16 -	City of Holland, Mutual City Flats Hotel Project Earns the Downtown Green Project Award at the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference
		• 16 -	City of Lansing, Mutual Building Historic Rehabilitation Earns the Downtown Green Project ? Large Scale Award at the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference
		• 16 -	City of Clare, Coffee Talk 505 Project Earns the Downtown Façade Rehabilitation Award at the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference
		• 16 -	Michigan's August Jobless Rate Inches Upward
		• 16 -	OFIR Offers Advice to Schools and Local Governments Purchasing Employee Insurance
		• 16 -	Sault Saint Marie to get Affordable Family Housing Development
		• 16 -	Michigan State Housing Development Authorirty Authorizes Mortgage Loan for Two Developments in Frankfort
		• 16 -	Claumet Main Street, Joam LaRoche Earns Michigan Main Street Robert Busby Volunteer of the Year Award at the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference
		• 16 -	Downtown Howell Earns Michigan Main Street Program of the Year Award at the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference
		• 16 -	Marshall, Diane Larkin Earns Michigan Main Street Manager of the Year Award at the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference
		• 16 -	City of Niles, Hunter Ice Festival Earns The Main Street Four Points ? Promotion Award at the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference
		• 16 -	2009 Michigan Downtown Conference Begins in Lansing
		• 16 -	City of Grand Haven, Downtown Retention and Recruitment Strategy Earns The Main Street Four Points ? Economic Restructuring Award at the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference
		• 16 -	City of Clare, Clare Pride Day Earns The Main Street Four Points - Organization Award at the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference
		• 15 -	MPSC Approves $14 Million in Low-Income Energy Efficiency Grants
		• 15 -	MPSC Approves $1 Million in Michigan Efficiency Grants
		• 15 -	MPSC Approves $8.5 Million in Michigan Efficiency Grants
		• 15 -	MPSC Approves $4 Million in Michigan Efficiency Grants
		• 15 -	MPSC Approves $55 Million in Low-Income Energy Assistance Grants
		• 15 -	MPSC Designates HandsOn Battle Creek, Inc. as 2-1-1 Answering Point for Four Exchanges in Branch County
		• 15 -	MPSC Directs Detroit Edison Company Not to Implement Provisionally Approved Rate Realignment Adjustment
		• 15 -	MPSC Directs Regulated Electric Utilities to Submit 10-Year Fossil Fuel Generation Efficiency Plans Every Three Years
		• 15 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Reconciling Alpena Power Company's 2008 Power Supply Costs
		• 15 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Reconciling Presque Isle Electric & Gas Co-op's 2008 Power Supply Costs, Increasing Rates
		• 15 -	MPSC Approves Renewable Energy Purchase Agreement Between Indiana Michigan Power Company and Fowler Ridge II Wind Farm LLC
		• 15 -	MPSC Seeks Public Comments on Proposed Electric Interconnection Procedures and Forms
		• 15 -	MPSC Says Alger Delta Cooperative Electric Association Meets Requirements for Member Regulation
		• 15 -	MPSC Approves Renewable Energy Credit Sale Agreement Between Alpena Power Company and Consumers Energy Company
		• 15 -	MPSC Directs Detroit Edison and Consumers Energy Company to File Electric Reliability and Power Quality Information Annually
		• 15 -	MEDIA ADVISORY
		• 15 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Garden Grove Bed & Breakfast Facility Earns Partner Certification
		• 14 -	Live Audio Broadcasts of MPSC Commission Meetings Now Available on the Internet
		• 14 -	Insurance Advocate's Cable Show Explores Help for Consumers when Disaster Strikes: the Role of a Public Insurance Adjuster
		• 14 -	Herman Miller's Midwest Distribution Center Receives Renewed MIOSHA Recognition of their Workplace Safety and Health Excellence
		• 11 -	MIOSHA Program Recognized for Exemplary Workplace Practices The MIOSHA Program was Awarded the Prestigious Alfred P. Sloan Award Today in an Event Hosted by the First Gentleman, MEDC and the Detroit Regional Chamber
		• 09 -	OFIR's Health Insurance Advice for Small Business Owners
		• 08 -	MPSC Staff Submits Report Related to Consumers Energy's Proposed New Coal-Fired Plant to the DEQ
		• 08 -	MPSC Staff Submits Report Related to Wolverine Power Cooperative's Proposed New Coal-Fired Plant to the DEQ
		• 08 -	Michigan Hispanic Caucus Seeking Outstanding Hispanic Nominations
		• 08 -	MCB Board Meeting September 18 in Marquette Features Upper Peninsula Partners
		• 03 -	Michigan Commission on Spanish-Speaking Affairs to meet on Friday, September 11, 2009
		• 02 -	Michigan Great Lakes Wind Council Report Provides Roadmap for Offshore Wind Energy Development
		• 02 -	Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Set for Sept. 29 in Lansing
		• 02 -	DELEG's Energy Conservation Apprenticeship Readiness Program Starts in Eight Michigan Cities of Promise $1.4 Million in Recovery Act Funds Will Prepare Workers for Green Jobs as a part of the Michigan Energy Corps
		• 02 -	Occidental Chemical Corporation's Ludington Facility Receives Renewed MIOSHA Recognition of their Workplace Safety and Health Excellence
		• 01 -	Deadline to Apply for Michigan Home Heating Credit Approaches, Says MPSC
		• 01 -	MPSC Schedules Seven Consumer Forums around the State
		• 01 -	Unemployment Insurance Agency to hold free seminars for employers about Michigan's UI system
	August
		• 31 -	Baby on Board: OFIR's Insurance Tips for New Parents
		• 27 -	July Unemployment Rates Little Changed in Most of Michigan's Regional Labor Markets
		• 26 -	AICP Continuing Ed Credits and Student Rates Available for 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference Awards
		• 26 -	Online certification system for unemployment benefits is growing in popularity Use of MARVIN online more than triples
		• 25 -	MPSC's Energy Optimization Meeting to Feature ENERGY STAR Expert
		• 25 -	MPSC Approves Detroit Edison Company's RFP and Bid Evaluation Procedures for Its Renewable Energy Plan
		• 25 -	MPSC Authorizes Michigan Consolidated Gas Company to Collect $87 Million for 2008 Uncollectibles
		• 25 -	MPSC Schedules Meeting to Discuss Proposed Procedures for Electric Load Allocation Served by Electric Choice Suppliers
		• 20 -	Michigan Saves Advisory Group to Hold First Meeting, Public Invited to Provide Input into Energy Efficiency Program with No Up-Front Costs to Utility Customers
		• 20 -	MIOSHA Invites Employers to "Take a Stand" for Safety and Health
		• 20 -	Tekna of Kalamazoo Receives State Award for Outstanding Safety & Health Record
		• 19 -	Michigan's July Jobless Rate Declines Slightly
		• 19 -	Michigan Receives $1.1 Million for Energy Emergency Preparedness Recovery Act Funds Will Help Protet Businesses, Consumers by speeding recovery, limiting outages
		• 18 -	OFIR Orders Insurance Company to Stop Doing Business in State
		• 17 -	Wind Energy Resource Zone Board to Hold Public Hearing in Scottville
		• 17 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Days Hotel Downtown Grand Rapids Moving Up From Current Level, Facility Achieves Leader Status
		• 17 -	Michigan's Energy Future Today Explores Energy Efficiency
		• 14 -	Governor Announces Launch of Michigan Academy for Green Mobility to Train Engineers for Renewable Energy Jobs
		• 13 -	OFIR Orders National Mortgage Company to Stop Doing Business in Michigan
		• 12 -	Michigan Named Among Nation's Top Three States Favorable to Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses State Law Sets Goal of Awarding Them Five Percent of Procurement Dollars
		• 11 -	MPSC Grants Consumers Energy Company's Request for Rehearing in Case Dealing with Renewable and Energy Optimization Surcharges
		• 11 -	MPSC Seeking Public Comments on Consumers Energy Company's and Detroit Edison Company's Plans for Utilizing Dispatchable Customer-Owned Distributed Generation
		• 11 -	MPSC Directs Alger Delta Cooperative Electric Association to Make Certain Filings, Meet with MPSC Staff as It Transitions to a Member-Regulated Cooperative
		• 11 -	MPSC Approves Contract Designating APX, Inc. as the State's Renewable Energy Credit and Tracking Program Administrator
		• 11 -	MPSC Approves Contract Designating Michigan Community Action Agency Association as State's Energy Optimization Plan Administrator
		• 11 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Michigan Gas Utilities Corporation to Reconcile Its 2007-2008 Gas Cost Recovery Revenues and Expenses
		• 11 -	MPSC Approves Revised Stranded Cost Recovery Surcharges for Certain Consumers Energy Company Customers
		• 11 -	Wind Energy Resource Zone Board to Hold Public Hearing in Bad Axe
		• 11 -	MPSC Approves Procedures for Recovery of Certain Costs Related to Merchant Plants That Generate Electricity from Wood or Solid Wood Wastes
		• 05 -	Insurance Advocate's Cable Show Takes Consumers behind the Scenes
		• 04 -	Michigan Career and Technical Institute Fundraising Activity Benefits Green Gables Haven in Hastings Students Learn the Importance of Giving Back to the Community
		• 03 -	OFIR Charges Insurance Company, Agency with Selling Fraudulent Health Policies
	July
		• 31 -	Governor Granholm Announces an Additional $168,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds to Help Dislocated Workers in Northwest Michigan Council of Governments
		• 31 -	Governor Granholm Announces an Additional $1,000,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds to Help Dislocated Workers in the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance
		• 31 -	Unemployment Insurance Agency launches webcasts for the unemployed and employers
		• 29 -	OFIR Plays Major Role in SEC's Halting of $50 Million Ponzi Scheme in Detroit Area
		• 28 -	OFIR Releases Wellness Plan from Successful Rehabilitation
		• 28 -	NEWS ADVISORY - Michigan Liquor Control Commission to hold Public Hearing at Lansing General Office Building
		• 27 -	Governor Granholm and MSHDA Announce Over $10.1 Million In 34 Statewide Grants
		• 27 -	Governor Granholm Announces Four MSHDA Programs for First-Time Homebuyers Federal Funds to Encourage Homeownership and Revitalize Neighborhoods
		• 23 -	State of Michigan expands hours for automated telephone system to accept unemployment claims
		• 23 -	DELEG's Bureau of Energy Systems Announces Michigan Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant Workshop
		• 23 -	June Unemployment Rates Increase in All of Michigan's Regional Labor Markets
		• 22 -	DELEG's Bureau of Energy Systems Announces Michigan Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant Workshop
		• 22 -	OFIR Orders End to Detroiter's Alleged Investment Scam
		• 21 -	TWB Company, LLC, Monroe plant Receives State Award for Outstanding Safety & Health Record
		• 21 -	DELEG's Bureau of Energy Systems Announces Michigan Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant Workshop
		• 20 -	DELEG Offers Tips On Staying Safe While Using Generators
		• 20 -	DELEG's Bureau of Energy Systems Announces Michigan Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant Workshop
		• 17 -	ADVISORY - TWB Company Monroe Plant to Receive State Award for Outstanding Safety & Health Record
		• 17 -	DELEG Now Interacting with Citizens through Social Media on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube
		• 16 -	AMENDED: MPSC Directs Detroit Edison Company to Apply Specific Rate Design If It Chooses to Self Implement A Rate Increase, Notes Any Increase to be Off-Set by Reduction in PSCR Factor
		• 16 -	MPSC: Consumer Alert Provides Tips for Safe Use of a Portable Generator
		• 16 -	MPSC Says Cherryland Electric Cooperative Meets Requirements for Member Regulation
		• 16 -	Federal minimum wage increase to push up Michigan's sub-minimum wage
		• 15 -	Auto Insurance: Be Prepared for Your Summer Road Trip
		• 15 -	Michigan's June Jobless Rate Continues Upward
		• 14 -	Wixom Wastewater Treatment Plant Recognized for Exemplary Workplace Safety & Health Excellence
		• 09 -	Michigan Career and Technical Institute to Graduate 164 Students
		• 09 -	OFIR Posts 2008 Insurance Company Complaint Statistics
		• 08 -	State of Michigan and Michigan State University Sign Historic Letter of Agreement MSU to Host DELEG's King-Chavez-Parks Future Faculty Fellows Conference for Next Three Years
		• 08 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center Facility Earns Leader Certification
		• 08 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Cozy Koi Bed & Breakfast Facility Earns Partner Certification
		• 08 -	MSHDA Announces New Web Site to Assist Michigan Communities Downtown Efforts
		• 07 -	Michigan Commission for the Blind is Featured Senior Site Agency of the Month
		• 07 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Sunburst Inn Facility Earns Partner Certification
		• 01 -	MPSC Designates United Way 2-1-1: Midland Call Center as the 2-1-1 Answering Point for 31 Exchanges in Clare, Gladwin, Gratiot, Isabella and Midland Counties
		• 01 -	MPSC Designates Gryphon Place as the 2-1-1 Answering Point for 46 Exchanges in Allegan, Berrien, Cass and Van Buren Counties
		• 01 -	MPSC Approves Renewable Energy and Energy Optimization Plans for 40 Michigan Municipal Electric Utilities, Withholds Determination on One Utility's Plans
		• 01 -	MPSC Directs Glacial Energy of Michigan, Inc. to File its Renewable Energy Plan
		• 01 -	Protect MI Child Registry Marks Fourth Anniversary, Continues to Protect Thousands of Michigan Children
		• 01 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreements Authorizing Three Natural Gas Utilities to Reconcile Their 2007-2008 Gas Cost Recovery Revenues and Expenses
		• 01 -	DELEG Director Announces 3 Service Stations Will Receive Incentives for Ethanol (E85) Conversions
		• 01 -	Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth Accepting Applications for Workers' Compensation Board of Magistrates until August 28
		• 01 -	OFIR Announces $800 Million Auction Rate Securities Settlement with Merrill Lynch, Banc of America
	June
		• 30 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Holiday Inn West Moving Up From Current Level, Facility Achieves Steward Status
		• 30 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Cherry Tree Inn & Suites Facility Earns Steward Certification
		• 30 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Detroit Marriott Troy Facility Earns Partner Certification
		• 30 -	Insurance Advocate's Cable Show Explains Options for Insuring Recreational Vehicles
		• 30 -	Governor Granholm Announces an Additional $2,000,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funding to Help Dislocated Workers in Macomb/St. Clair Michigan Works! Area
		• 29 -	MPSC Chairman: Michigan Entering New Era of Energy Efficiency to Save Ratepayers Money
		• 29 -	Disaster Preparation Basics
		• 26 -	Hot Temperatures are Here, MPSC Offers "Beat the Heat and Save" Tips
		• 26 -	MPSC Grants Consumer Energy Company's Request to Lower Its Energy Optimization Surcharge for Certain Commercial Customers
		• 25 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for JW Marriott Grand Rapids Facility Earns Leader Certification
		• 25 -	The Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth's Bureau of Fire Services Warns: Be Safe This Fourth of July - Use Caution with Fireworks
		• 25 -	May Unemployment Rates Increase in Most of Michigan's Regional Labor Markets; Sluggish Overall Economy Dampens Seasonal Employment Hunt in Many Areas
		• 23 -	P.A. 222 of 2008 Requires Michigan Nonprofit Corporations To Have a Minimum of Three Directors Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth Bureau of Commercial Services Mailing 2009 Nonprofit Information Updates to Confirm Requirement
		• 23 -	Insurance Tips for Drivers Affected by Ionia Flood
		• 22 -	Top Utility Executives Scheduled to Attend Kick Off of MPSC's Energy Optimization Meeting
		• 22 -	2009 Michigan Downtown Conference Announces Keynote Speaker Tom Izzo
		• 22 -	Michigan Devotes $1 Million from Recovery Act to Sponsor 1,000 New Apprentices DELEG announces creation of the Michigan Registered Apprenticeship Pilot program
		• 18 -	SMS Millcraft Receives State Award for Outstanding Safety & Health Record
		• 18 -	Postsecondary Options for Blind Students is Featured Topic of June 26 MCB Board Meeting in Lansing
		• 18 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for The Dearborn Inn Facility Earns Partner Certification
		• 18 -	OFIR Offers Insurance Tips for Domestic Partners
		• 17 -	STATE OPENS TEMPORARY PROBLEM RESOLUTION OFFICE IN PONTIAC TODAY TO HELP THOSE WITH UNEMPLOYMENT CLAIMS
		• 17 -	MIOSHA and Precision Metalforming Association Sign Alliance to Protect Workers
		• 17 -	Michigan's May Jobless Rate Up Significantly
		• 15 -	State warns of websites that charge fees for filing jobless claims or ask the unemployed to directly deposit their benefits with them
		• 15 -	OFIR Gives Tips to Consumers on Long-Term Care Insurance
		• 12 -	Marathon's Detroit Refinery Recognized For Exemplary Workplace Safety & Health Excellence
		• 11 -	MPSC to Kick Off Energy Optimization Collaborative Designed to Maximize State's Energy Efficiency Efforts
		• 11 -	2009 Michigan Downtown Conference Announces Opening Keynote Speaker Daniel T. Kildee
		• 11 -	Statewide Forum Helps High School Students with Disabilities Reach Their Leadership Potential
		• 09 -	MPSC Seeks Public Comments on Wolverine Power Cooperative's Electric Generation Alternatives Analysis Related to Proposed New Coal-Fired Plant
		• 09 -	DELEG's Bureau of Energy Systems and the Michigan Municipal League Kickoff Michigan Green Communities Challenge
		• 09 -	OFIR Places Wixom Mortgage Servicer Northwestern Financial into Conservatorship
		• 05 -	MPSC Seeks Public Comments on Consumers Energy Company's Electric Generation Alternatives Analysis Related to Proposed New Coal-Fired Plant
		• 05 -	Michigan Conference on Affordable Housing Announces Duvernay Award Recipient at Annual Conference Awards Program
		• 05 -	On Behalf of Consumers, OFIR Staff Challenges BCBSM's Proposed Rate Increases
		• 04 -	Marshall Afterschool Arts Apprenticeship Program Chosen to Design the 2009 Michigan Downtown Conference Awards
		• 04 -	OFIR Protects Policyholders, Orders Insurers to File Home and Auto Insurance Contracts Prior to Use
		• 03 -	University of Michigan Latest Major Employer to Sign Up for Talent Bank to Find Qualified Job Applicants Award-winning website offers free postings for employers of all sizes to find the right candidates fast
		• 03 -	Governor Granholm Declares June Youth Employment Month in Michigan DELEG Offers Tips for Finding Employment and Staying Safe on the Job
		• 03 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Kettunen Center Moving Up From Current Level, Facility Achieves Steward Status
		• 03 -	Insurance Advocate's Cable Show Focuses on Health Care Coverage Provided Under Michigan No Fault Insurance
		• 02 -	MPSC Directs Cherryland Electric Cooperative to Make Certain Filings, Meet with MPSC Staff as it Transitions to a Member Regulated Cooperative
		• 02 -	MPSC Grants Alternative Electric Supplier License to Glacial Energy of Michigan, Inc.
		• 02 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing SEMCO Energy Gas Company's 2009-2010 Gas Cost Recovery Factor for Battle Creek Division
		• 02 -	MPSC Approves Modified Version of Detroit Edison's Renewable Energy and Energy Optimization Plans
		• 02 -	MPSC Issues 2008 Report on Status of Telecommunications Competition in Michigan, Showing Significant Increase in Competition-Owned Facilities
		• 02 -	MPSC Approves Modified Version of Michigan Consolidated Gas Company's Energy Optimization Plan
		• 02 -	Wind Energy Resource Zone Board Submits Proposed Report, Identifies Four Michigan Regions with Highest Wind Energy Potential
	May
		• 29 -	Michigan Commission on Spanish-Speaking Affairs to meet on Friday, June 5, 2009
		• 29 -	OFIR Re-accredited by National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors
		• 28 -	April Unemployment Rates Decrease Seasonally in Most of Michigan's Regional Labor Markets
		• 26 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement with Northern Michigan Pipeline Company, Company Fined $20,000
		• 26 -	MPSC Approves Renewable Energy Plan for UP Power Marketing LLC
		• 26 -	MPSC Formally Adopts Net Metering and Interconnection Rules for Small, Renewable Electric Generation Projects Onsite
		• 26 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Upper Peninsula Power Company to Implement Its Renewable Energy and Energy Optimization Plans
		• 26 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Wisconsin Public Service Corporation to Implement Its Renewable Energy and Energy Optimization Plans
		• 26 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Wisconsin Electric Power Company to Implement Its Renewable Energy and Energy Optimization Plans
		• 26 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Michigan Gas Utilities Corporation to Implement Its Energy Optimization Plan
		• 26 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Northern States Power Company's 2009-2010 Gas Cost Recovery Factor
		• 26 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Upper Peninsula Power Company to Implement Its 2009 Power Supply Cost Recovery Factor
		• 26 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing SEMCO Energy, Inc. to Implement Its Energy Optimization Plan
		• 26 -	MPSC Directs The Detroit Edison Company to File Tariffs that It Intends to Implement in Electric Rate Case
		• 26 -	CORRECTION: MPSC Approves Consumers Energy's Renewable Energy and Energy Optimization Plans
		• 26 -	Commission Offers Summer Programs for Youth Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
		• 22 -	Summer is Here -- It's Time to Enjoy Carnival & Amusement Parks Safely!
		• 20 -	Michigan's April Jobless Rate Increases
		• 19 -	MSHDA Awards $359,700 for Rental Rehabilitation in Adrian
		• 19 -	MSHDA Awards $365,100 Grant for Rental Rehabilitation in Imlay City
		• 19 -	MSHDA Awards $170,700 Grant for Rental Rehabilitation in Ironwood
		• 19 -	MSHDA Awards $256,100 for Rental Rehabilitation in Leslie
		• 19 -	MSHDA Awards $457,300 for Rental Rehabilitation in Menominee
		• 19 -	MSHDA Awards $256,100 Grant for Rental Rehabilitation in Scottville
		• 19 -	Michigan Teen (16-19) Job Outlook Summer 2009
		• 19 -	Michigan Packaging Company of Mason Receive SHARP Award for Workplace Safety & Health Excellence
		• 18 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Detroit Novi Courtyard by Marriott Facility Earns Steward Certification
		• 15 -	Michigan Packaging Company of Mason to Receive SHARP Award Recognition for Outstanding Workplace Safety & Health
		• 15 -	Chief Financial Federal Credit Union Acquires All Deposits of Rouge Employees Credit Union in Dearborn
		• 13 -	Dickinson County Granted $200,000 for Household Rehabilitation
		• 13 -	City of Monroe Granted $163,900 for Rental Rehabilitation
		• 13 -	Alpena Granted $250,000 for Rehabilitation
		• 13 -	City of Hancock Granted $305,500 for Rental Rehabilitation
		• 13 -	OFIR Orders End to Grosse Ile Woman's Alleged Investment Scam
		• 13 -	Houghton County Granted $222,200 for Downtown Rehabilitation
		• 12 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Indiana Michigan Power Company to Implement Its Renewable Energy and Energy Optimization Plans
		• 12 -	MPSC Seeks Public Comment on Rules Governing Application Process for Utility Mergers and Acquisitions
		• 12 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Edison Sault Electric Company to Implement its Renewable Energy and Energy Optimization Plans
		• 12 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Alpena Power Company to Implement Its Renewable Energy and Energy Optimization Plans
		• 12 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreements with Nine Electric Cooperatives Authorizing Them to Implement Their Renewable Energy, Energy Optimization Plans
		• 12 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Northern States Power Company to Implement Its Renewable Energy and Energy Optimization Plans
		• 12 -	MPSC Directs Consumers Energy to Off-Set Any Electric Rate Increase for Residential Customers with $36 Million in Proceeds from Palisades Nuclear Power Plant
		• 12 -	Michigan Wind Working Group Receives National Recognition Jennifer Alvarado, GLREA Executive Director,Named Outstanding Young Wind Advocate
		• 11 -	Michigan Supreme Court Will Hear OFIR's Credit Scoring Case
		• 08 -	MSHDA Awards $550,000 in NSP Funds to City of Farmington Hills
		• 08 -	MSHDA Awards $880,000 in NSP Funds to Dearborn Heights
		• 08 -	MPSC Issues Consumer Alert on Credits Available After Electric Outages
		• 07 -	2009 Michigan Downtown Conference Announced Lansing is Host City
		• 07 -	MIOSHA Launches Initiative to help Employers during Tough Economic Times Protecting Worker Safety & Health can Help Your Business Survive in Tough Economic Times
		• 07 -	2009 Michigan Downtown Conference Announces Keynote Speakers Daniel T. Kildee and Tom Izzo
		• 06 -	West Michigan Air Care Receives Renewed MIOSHA Recognition of their Workplace Safety and Health Excellence
		• 06 -	Michigan Commission on Spanish-Speaking Affairs Seeking Public Input by June 4 on Strategic Plan
		• 06 -	U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Hilda Solis Confirmed for May 11th "Green Today, Jobs Tomorrow" Conference in Lansing Conference Almost Sold Out -Three More Breakout Sessions Added to Meet Demand
		• 06 -	2009 Michigan Downtown Conference in Search of Michigan Artist to Design Awards
		• 05 -	Early Registration for Mid-America Regulatory Conference Extended
		• 05 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Candlelite Inn Facility Earns Partner Certification
		• 04 -	Building Safety: Where You Live, Work and Play
		• 04 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for The Inn at Bay Harbor Facility Earns Leader Certification
		• 01 -	MPSC Issues Summer 2009 Energy Appraisal
	April
		• 30 -	MPSC Seeks Public Comments on Power Quality Standards
		• 30 -	MPSC Establishes Procedures for Its Staff to Use in Working with the MDEQ on Proposed New Coal-Fired Electric Plants
		• 30 -	Fire Services, OFIR Put Focus on Problem of Arson for Profit
		• 29 -	Governor Granholm, MSHDA Announce Over $7.5 Million for 15 Michigan Entitlement Cities Two additional cities slated to receive funds for housing redevelopment, blight elimination.
		• 28 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Grand Hotel Facility Earns Partner Certification
		• 28 -	MIOSHA Calls for Increased Safety Diligence on "Workers Memorial Day"
		• 28 -	Recovery Act Allocates $136.2 Million in Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Funding To Michigan Works! Agencies
		• 28 -	2009 Adult Education Conference Focuses on Literacy and Employability of Adult Learners 4th Annual Event Draws Hundreds of Educators, Reaching Out ? Changing Lives
		• 24 -	NEWS ADVISORY - Michigan Commission on Spanish-Speaking Affairs to meet on Friday, May 1, 2009
		• 24 -	Level One Bank Acquires Deposits of Michigan Heritage Bank in Farmington Hills
		• 23 -	March Unemployment Rates Increase in All of Michigan's Regional Labor Markets
		• 23 -	OFIR Announces Free Mortgage Licensee Seminars
		• 22 -	MPSC Approves $5.5 Million in Michigan Energy Efficiency Grants
		• 22 -	MPSC Directs Consumers Energy Company to File Tariffs that It Intends to Implement in Electric Rate Case
		• 22 -	MPSC Approves Michigan Energy Efficiency Grant for Development of Michigan Saves System
		• 22 -	DELEG's Bureau of Energy Systems Celebrates Earth Day Every Day Aligns All of State's Energy Resources Making Michigan a Leader In the New Energy Economy
		• 22 -	Registration Nearing Sell Out for May 11th "Green Today, Jobs Tomorrow" Conference
		• 16 -	MPSC Modifies Procedures for Changing Telecommunications Service Providers
		• 16 -	MPSC Formally Adopts Gas Safety Standards
		• 16 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement in Formal Complaint Against Universal Gas & Electric Corporation
		• 16 -	MPSC Amends Standardized Form for Uniform Video Service Local Franchise Agreements, Issues Consumer Alert on Dispute Resolution Process
		• 16 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Indiana Michigan Power Company to Reconcile its 2007 Power Supply Costs
		• 16 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreements Authorizing 10 Electric Utilities to Implement 2009 Power Supply Cost Recovery Factors
		• 16 -	MPSC Approves Renewable Energy Plans for Eleven Alternative Electric Suppliers, Finds Three Others in Compliance with Michigan Law
		• 16 -	MPSC Keeps State 9-1-1 Charge and Distribution Percentages the Same
		• 16 -	OFIR Orders Vanguard Insurance Agency to Cease and Desist
		• 15 -	OFIR Announces $876 Million Auction Rate Securities Settlement with Citigroup, Wachovia
		• 15 -	Michigan's March Jobless Rate Tracks Upward
		• 15 -	Michigan Departments of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth and Natural Resources Join U.S. Department of Defense Region 5 Sustainability Network Sign Charter Promoting Environmental Stewardship, Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy
		• 14 -	Michigan's Energy Future Today - DELEG's Newest Cable Show Hits the Airwaves Statewide Keeping Consumers Informed About Michigan's New Energy Economy
		• 14 -	Insurance Advocate's Cable Show Features Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm as Guest
		• 14 -	NEWS ADVISORY - DELEG and DNR to Join Region 5 Sustainability Network, Sign Charter with U.S. Department of Defense On Wednesday, April 15 in Lansing
		• 13 -	MPSC Issues Request for Proposals for Michigan Energy Efficiency Grant
		• 13 -	Insurance Industry Credit Scoring Victory a Loss for Michigan Consumers
		• 10 -	ADVISORY - Michigan Commission on Spanish-Speaking Affairs to meet on Friday, April 17, 2009
		• 09 -	April is Alcohol Awareness Month
		• 09 -	OFIR Orders Another Fraudulent Credit Union Out of Business
		• 08 -	ADVISORY - Governor's Interagency Task Force on Employee Misclassification to Meet on April 16 in Detroit
		• 07 -	MIOSHA and the Three ASSE Michigan Chapters Sign Alliance to Improve Workplace Safety and Health
		• 07 -	MPSC Issues Request for Proposal for up to $8.5 million in Michigan Energy Efficiency Grants
		• 07 -	OFIR Challenging All New Home Insurance Filings Based on Credit Scoring
		• 02 -	MPSC Issues Three Requests for Proposal for Low-Income Energy Assistance, Low Income Energy Efficiency, and Michigan Energy Efficiency Grants
		• 02 -	OFIR Applauds House for Passing MCCA Reforms, Urges Senate to Enact Important Legislation
		• 01 -	Governor Granholm Announces $266,590 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Dislocated Workers in Central Michigan
		• 01 -	Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm and Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth Award Federal Grants to Five Builders to Construct Energy-Efficient Houses
	March
		• 31 -	MPSC Reminds Low-Income, Disabled and Unemployed Utility Customers that Shut-Off Protections Have Been Extended through April 30
		• 31 -	February Unemployment Rates Increase in Majority of Michigan's Regional Labor Markets
		• 31 -	News Advisory - DELEG to Present Builders with Federal Energy Star Home Grants On Wednesday, April 1 in East Lansing
		• 25 -	Michigan's February Jobless Rate Moves Upward
		• 24 -	OFIR Orders Fake Southfield Mortgage Company Out of Business
		• 23 -	Gardeners of All Ages & Skill Levels Needed to Help Revitalize Michigan's Urban Neighborhoods By Growing Green This Spring Urban Gardening Program encourages revitalization, expands access to fresh foods
		• 20 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for East Lansing Marriott Facility Earns Partner Certification
		• 20 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Livonia Courtyard by Marriott Facility Earns Steward Certification
		• 19 -	Extra $25 in jobless benefits to start appearing with payments issued on March 23
		• 19 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Comfort Inn & Suites of Lansing Facility Earns Steward Certification
		• 19 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Shanty Creek Resorts Facility Earns Steward Certification
		• 19 -	January Unemployment Rates Increase in All of Michigan's Regional Labor Markets
		• 18 -	Michigan Challenged to Remain in Top Five of "Change the World with ENERGY STAR" Contest, Pledges Taken until the End of March
		• 18 -	MPSC Establishes Statewide Net Metering Program, Approves Revised Rules
		• 18 -	MPSC Designates Michigan 2-1-1 as Statewide 2-1-1 Coordinating Agency for 2009-2010
		• 18 -	MPSC Establishes Low-Income Energy Resources Task Force, Seeks Interested Persons to Participate
		• 18 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Indiana Michigan Power Company's 2009 Power Supply Costs
		• 18 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Holiday Inn West Facility Earns Partner Certification
		• 18 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Interlochen Motel Facility Earns Steward Certification
		• 18 -	DELEG's Bureau of Energy Systems Announces Availability of Tax Credits to Convert and/or Install Biofuel Infrastructure
		• 18 -	DELEG's Fidelity Bonding Program Insures Employability for All No-cost Policy Benefits Employers and Job Seekers; Reduces Recidivism
		• 18 -	Country Fresh Receives State Award for Outstanding Safety & Health Record
		• 17 -	Still Time to Save Green with Early Registration for May 11th "Green Today, Jobs Tomorrow" Conference Early Registration Deadline Extended through March 31; Keynote Speaker Named White House Adviser
		• 16 -	OFIR Warns Detroit-Area Consumers of Fake Auto Insurance
		• 13 -	MLCC Reminds Citizens to Enjoy St. Patrick's Day in Good Health Keep Yourself and Friends Safe by Avoiding Binge Drinking
		• 13 -	DELEG Announces 2009-2011 WIA Title II Adult Education and Family Literacy Act Grant Application Process
		• 12 -	Online Registration is Available Now for the MARC 2009 Annual Conference
		• 12 -	Governor Granholm Announces $300,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Adult Education in Oakland County One of 10 regional partnerships sharing $2.5 million for statewide pilot project
		• 12 -	Governor Granholm Announces $300,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Adult Education in Monroe County One of 10 regional partnerships sharing $2.5 million for statewide pilot project
		• 12 -	Governor Granholm Announces $300,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Adult Education in the Central Upper Peninsula One of 10 regional partnerships sharing $2.5 million for statewide pilot project
		• 12 -	Governor Granholm Announces $250,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Adult Education in Washtenaw County One of 10 regional partnerships sharing $2.5 million for statewide pilot project
		• 12 -	Governor Granholm Announces $250,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Adult Education in St. Clair County One of 10 regional partnerships sharing $2.5 million for statewide pilot project
		• 12 -	Governor Granholm Announces $250,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Adult Education in Berrien, Cass and Van Buren Counties One of 10 regional partnerships sharing $2.5 million for statewide pilot project
		• 12 -	Governor Granholm Announces $250,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Adult Education in Calhoun County One of 10 regional partnerships sharing $2.5 million for statewide pilot project
		• 12 -	Governor Granholm Announces $150,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Adult Education in Northwest Michigan One of 10 regional partnerships sharing $2.5 million for statewide pilot project
		• 12 -	Governor Granholm Announces $150,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Adult Education in Genesee and Shiawassee Counties One of 10 regional partnerships sharing $2.5 million for statewide pilot project
		• 12 -	Wage & Hour Collections jump 43 percent in January 2009 Total collections for 2008 rise by 2 percent
		• 12 -	Governor Granholm Announces $300,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Adult Education in Kent and Allegan Counties One of 10 regional partnerships sharing $2.5 million for statewide pilot project
		• 11 -	OFIR Cracks Down on Fake Dearborn Credit Union
		• 10 -	GOVERNOR'S INTERAGENCY TASK FORCE ON EMPLOYEE MISCLASSIFICATION TO MEET ON MARCH 24 IN LANSING
		• 10 -	Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth Accepting Applications for Workers' Compensation Appellate Commission Until May 4
		• 10 -	Insurance Advocate's Cable Show Highlights Helpful Hints for Consumers to Save Money on Insurance
		• 10 -	OFIR Disapproves Auto Rates Based on Credit Scoring
		• 10 -	MCB Features Guest Speakers at March 20 Board Meeting in Lansing
		• 09 -	OFIR Meets with Japanese Officials to Discuss Auto Insurance
		• 06 -	MIOSHA and the Office of the State Employer Sign Alliance to Improve Workplace Safety and Health in State Government
		• 06 -	With OFIR's Assistance, SEC Halts $200 Million Real Estate Investment Fraud
		• 05 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing We Energies to Implement its 2009 Power Supply Cost Recovery Factor
		• 05 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Granting a Certificate for Construction of Two 138 Kilovolt Lines and Transmission Substation in Leelanau County
		• 05 -	MPSC Seeks Public Comments on Possible Changes to Procedures for Changing Telecommunication Providers
		• 05 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreements Reconciling 2008 Gas Cost Recovery Revenues and Expenses for Two Natural Gas Utilities
		• 05 -	MPSC Seeks Public Comments on State 9-1-1 Charge and Disbursement Percentages
		• 05 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Granting Michigan Consolidated Gas Company Authority to Sell Certain Natural Gas, Saving Customers $12 Million
		• 05 -	MPSC Directs The Detroit Edison Company and Consumers Energy Company to Make Improvements Following Investigation into Electric Outages Caused by Summer Storms
		• 05 -	MPSC: Seven Cell Phone Service Providers Now Offer Lifeline Discounts to Customers, in Addition to Landline Telephone Service Providers
		• 05 -	Michigan's January Jobless Rate Up Sharply Temporary Auto Layoffs Continue Due to Drop in Auto Sales
		• 04 -	DFCU-CapCom Merger Creates $2 Billion Michigan Credit Union
		• 03 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Boyne Mountain Resort Facility Earns Leader Certification
		• 02 -	MPSC to Make Available Remote Conferencing for Public Hearing on Proposed Revised Net Metering and Interconnection Rules
		• 02 -	MPSC Issues 2008 Annual Report
		• 02 -	OFIR Announces Auto Insurance Companies Pledging to Freeze Rate Increases
	February
		• 27 -	Michigan Commission on Spanish-Speaking Affairs to meet on Friday, March 6, 2009
		• 25 -	DELEG Corporation Division Invites Leaders to Register for Nonprofit Seminars
		• 24 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Sheraton Detroit Novi Facility Earns Steward Certification
		• 24 -	DELEG Seeking Exhibitors for "Green Today, Jobs Tomorrow" Conference on May 11th Conference Offers Low-Cost Option to Reach Up To 1,000 Green Leaders
		• 24 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Camp Arcadia Facility Earns Steward Certification
		• 23 -	ADVISORY - MCB Hosts Demo of Breakthrough DeafBlind Communicator in Lansing Feb. 24
		• 20 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Edison Sault Electric Company's 2009 Power Supply Cost Recovery Factor
		• 20 -	MPSC Directs Northern Michigan Pipeline Company, LC to Show Cause Why Its Authority to Construct and Operate Manistee County Pipeline Should Not be Revoked
		• 20 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Edison Sault Electric Company's 2009 Power Supply Cost Recovery Factor
		• 19 -	Governor Granholm Announces $107,500 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Dislocated Workers in Northwest Michigan
		• 19 -	Governor Granholm Announces $500,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Dislocated Workers in Ottawa County
		• 19 -	Governor Granholm Announces $200,000 in No Worker Left Behind Funds for Dislocated Workers in West Central Michigan
		• 19 -	GOVERNOR GRANHOLM APPLAUDS CONGRESS FOR HELPING UNEMPLOYED WORKERS BY PASSING THE AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT Announces plans for federal recovery funds
		• 18 -	Credit Card Registration Now Available Online for "Green Today, Jobs Tomorrow" Conference on May 11th Early Bird Registration Deadline Less Than A Month Away!
		• 17 -	UIA MAKES UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFIT INFORMATION AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC THROUGH LOCAL MICHIGAN WORKS! AGENCIES
		• 13 -	MPSC Issues Request for Proposals for up to $5.5 million in Michigan Energy Efficiency Grants
		• 13 -	MPSC Issues Request for Proposals for Michigan Energy Efficiency Grant
		• 13 -	Michigan Eligible to Pay Extended Unemployment Benefits State-Federal program pays up to 13 additional weeks of jobless benefits
		• 13 -	More Speakers and Breakout Session Topics Announced for "Green Today, Jobs Tomorrow" Conference on May 11th Deadline for Reduced Early Registration Rate of $110 is Fast Approaching!
		• 12 -	Michigan Career and Technical Institute to Graduate 133 Students
		• 12 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Holiday Inn Express Facility Earns Steward Certification
		• 09 -	Electric Generating Facility in L'Anse Nominated for Innovation Award
		• 05 -	MIOSHA and Macomb Community College Sign Alliance to Protect Workers The Alliance's MTI is the State's Premier Provider of Safety & Health Training
		• 04 -	MPSC Transmits Proposed Emergency Rules to Governor Granholm, Rules Will Establish Shut-Off and Service Limitation Protections for More People
		• 04 -	MPSC to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Revised Net Metering and Interconnection Rules
		• 04 -	State Insurance Advocate Releases Annual Report, Outlines Plan for Affordability and Industry Oversight
		• 03 -	MPSC Issues Two Orders Dealing with the Reconciliation of 2007 Power Supply Costs for Two Michigan Electric Utilities
		• 03 -	MPSC: Extremely Cold Temperatures Drive Heat Bills Up; Energy Assistance and Information Available to Help
		• 03 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Northern States Power Company's 2009 Power Supply Cost Recovery Factor
		• 03 -	MPSC Authorizes Detroit Edison to Increase Securitization and Tax Surcharges
		• 03 -	MPSC Authorizes Consumers Energy Company's 2008-2009 Gas Cost Recovery Factor
		• 03 -	Insurance Consumer Advocate to Release Annual Report, Recommendations for Achieving Affordable Insurance Rates at Press Roundtable on February 4 in Lansing
		• 03 -	MIOSHA and Macomb Community College to Sign Alliance Signing Ceremony Scheduled for Thursday, February 5th, in Warren
		• 02 -	MPSC: Home Heating Credits Now Being Processed
		• 02 -	State Insurance Advocate Announces Release of Cable Show "Insurance 101 with Butch Hollowell"
	January
		• 30 -	MPSC Issues Report on Video Services Competition in Michigan
		• 30 -	MPSC Releases Annual Electric Competition Report Showing 23 Percent Decrease in Choice Customers
		• 30 -	Michigan Commission on Spanish-Speaking Affairs to meet on Friday, February 6, 2009
		• 30 -	MIOSHA Reminds Employers to Post Job-Related Injuries and Illnesses
		• 29 -	December Unemployment Rates Increase in All of Michigan's Regional Labor Markets All Areas Record Notable Hikes in 2008 Jobless Rates
		• 28 -	OFIR Reminds Consumers of Right to Appeal Denial of Health Claims
		• 28 -	Unemployment Insurance Agency Expands Hours of Service
		• 28 -	DELEG Announces Green Lodging Certification for Park Place Hotel Facility Earns Steward Certification
		• 26 -	Nationally-Recognized Leaders from Green For All and Apollo Alliance to Speak at "Green Today, Jobs Tomorrow" on May 11th at Lansing Center Early Registration Fee Only $110 - Limited Space Available!
		• 23 -	MIOSHA Fines New Center Stamping of Detroit $102,060 for Failure to Protect Employees from Serious Safety Hazards
		• 21 -	Michigan's Unemployment Insurance Agency Now Offers MARVIN Online
		• 21 -	Michigan's December Jobless Rate Increases Annual Rate Moves Upward in 2008
		• 20 -	Early Registration Now Online for "Green Today, Jobs Tomorrow" to be Held May 11th at Lansing Center Early Registration Fee Only $110 - Limited Space Available!
		• 20 -	Commissioner Ross Applauds Governor for Protecting Michigan Consumers from Investment Fraud
		• 20 -	Michigan Commission for the Blind Director Selected as President of National Council of State Agencies for the Blind
		• 13 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Alpena Power Company's 2009 Power Supply Cost Recovery Factor
		• 13 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreement Authorizing Michigan Gas Utilities Corporation to Increase its Natural Gas Rates by $6 Million, 57 Percent Below What the Utility Requested
		• 13 -	MPSC Authorizes Detroit Edison's to Implement Power Supply Cost Recovery Factor for 2008
		• 13 -	MPSC Amends Procedures for Use of Funds from Low-Income and Energy Efficiency Fund to Include Contractual Services
		• 13 -	MPSC Approves Settlement Agreements Reconciling 2007 Power Supply Costs for Seven Electric Utility, Increasing Rates for Two
		• 13 -	MPSC Requires Electric Utilities to File Assessments of Their Ability to Meet Peak Summer Demand
		• 13 -	OFIR Consumer Protection Tops 2008 Accomplishments
		• 09 -	UIA OFFERS TIPS FOR CONTACTING THE AGENCY Agency also answers some commonly asked questions
		• 07 -	Unemployment Insurance Agency Taking Action to Handle Heavy Call Volumes
		• 07 -	OFIR Recovers a Record $17 Million for Michigan Consumers in 2008
		• 06 -	November Unemployment Rates Increase in Nearly All of Michigan's Regional Labor Markets Rates Up Significantly Over the Year in All Areas


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