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School Millages On The Ballot

Updated: 05/06/2013 - If at first you don't succeed, try try again. That seems to be the strategy among school districts when it comes to millages. Nearly a dozen of them in Ingham, Eaton, Clinton and Jackson Counties are asking voters for more money on Tuesday's ballot. While some of the millages were voted down in November -- some districts are hoping voters will have a change of heart this time around.

High Water Leads To Evacuations

Posted: 04/12/2013 - If the water gets much higher, the road into one Mid-Michigan town will be gone. The city of Alma is experiencing serious flooding. It's so bad that 180 people have been evacuated. School was canceled. News Ten's Brian Johnson reports it's the worst flooding the city has had in nearly three decades.

Construction Season Starting at MSU

Updated: 04/12/2013 - April showers bring May construction--at least they on campus. MSU is gearing up for a busy season with several projects in the works. News 10's Brian Johnson reports while the upgrades are welcomed, not everyone is excited to see a piece of history disappear.

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