Septic Code Push: Michigan senators advanced SB 771 to create a statewide advisory path for a septic code, aiming to standardize inspections and long-term evaluations for failing onsite systems. Safe Routes Funding: Iron Mountain is set to build nearly a mile of new sidewalks and crosswalk upgrades with a $1.2M Safe Routes to School grant, with city engineering costs capped at $225,000. Local Food & Farming: The Pure Markette opens its third season June 10 in Baldwin, bringing weekly vendors, food trucks, and community programming through early September. EGLE Internship Win: EGLE earned a Grand Valley State University award for its paid internship program, highlighting a growing talent pipeline. Voting Access: Wexford County commissioners will consider moving early voting from the Lake Street Building to the courthouse foyer ahead of the August primary. Lake Erie Water Quality: Michigan released its annual Domestic Action Plan report for Western Lake Erie, tracking progress toward a 40% phosphorus reduction goal. Auto Supply Chain Labor: A UAW strike at GM axle supplier Dauch/American Axle continues with no talks reported yet, raising near-term production pressure for GM pickup supply. Energy & Rates: Michigan utilities’ summer peak electric rates are back, with households looking for ways to cut costs as bills rise. Food Safety Recall: Champion Foods recalled certain Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread batches due to possible Salmonella contamination. Data Center/Community Tension: Residents in Taylor, near proposed rezoning for light industrial use, are pushing back over potential cold storage development impacts. College Sports NIL Rules: Senators unveiled new regulations on college athletes’ NIL pay, adding another layer to an already shifting compensation landscape.