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LASATA: Let’s end surprise medical bills

The health care system in our country can often be confusing. When people have a medical issue, many are left wondering what procedures their health ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Friday, November 29, 2019 7:27 am

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LASATA: Let’s work together to resolve budget mess

Last month the governor cut almost $1 billion from the state’s new budget through 147 line-item vetoes and $600 million more from priorities through a ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, November 20, 2019 8:59 am

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LASATA: Shop locally this Christmas season

If you are like me, you have most likely already seen advertisements from online retailers for Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. According to the ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, November 13, 2019 8:47 am

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LASATA: Family caregivers are unsung heroes

November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and celebrate all who sacrifice to take care of those they love. According to AARP, ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:32 am

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LASATA: A tradition worth keeping

Michigan has a strong hunting heritage. From bear, deer, elk and small game to upland birds, turkey, waterfowl and many more, our state is cherished ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, October 30, 2019 8:17 am

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LASATA: Supporting Michigan’s licensed professional counselors

There are tens of thousands of licensed professional counselors throughout Michigan whose profession was recently threatened by a proposed rule change from the state Department ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, October 23, 2019 9:04 am

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LASATA: Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates program hit hard by governor’s games

During the last decade, Michigan was losing more people to other states than it was attracting new people to live and work here. Part of ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, October 16, 2019 8:29 am

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LASATA: Kim’s Coat Drive for Kids

Kim’s Coat Drive for Kids is off to a great start. With the generous support of our area’s public libraries and Harding’s Family Markets, there ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, October 9, 2019 8:44 am

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LASATA: National Fire Prevention Week

Oct. 6 to 12 is National Fire Prevention Week. The theme of this year’s campaign is “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, October 2, 2019 8:38 am

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LASATA: Stay vigilant to avoid getting scammed

Scams are on the rise and those who are seeking to defraud people are particularly targeting the elderly and vulnerable people throughout southwest Michigan, the ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, September 25, 2019 9:38 am

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LASATA: An update on the state’s budget

As lawmakers, we owe it to Michiganders, local governments and schools to provide them with a budget that is balanced and approved on time and ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, September 18, 2019 8:50 am

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LASATA: Library cards are a ticket to knowledge, discovery

September is Library Card Sign-up Month — a good reminder for parents and students that a library card is a great tool that can help ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, September 11, 2019 7:43 am

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LASATA: Grandparents’ Day a time to honor, remember

Sunday, Sept. 8, will be a grand time, because it is National Grandparents’ Day. Grandparents’ Day has been celebrated throughout our country on the first ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, September 4, 2019 9:14 am

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LASATA: Shining a light on suicide prevention

If you or someone you know is going through a hard time and having suicidal thoughts or considering harming themselves, please know that there is ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, August 28, 2019 9:04 am

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LASATA: Labor Day reminder: Drive sober or get pulled over

It is hard to believe we are just days away from the Labor Day holiday weekend, and with that, another national Drive Sober or Get ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, August 21, 2019 8:50 am

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LASATA: Enter the ‘Be a Senator for a Day’ essay contest

One of the joys I get out of serving as your state senator is to be able to connect with young students throughout southwest Michigan. ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, August 14, 2019 8:56 am

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LASATA: August is National Water Quality Month

Michigan is unique in that it is mostly defined by water. Thanks to the Great Lakes, our state enjoys the longest freshwater coastline in the ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, August 7, 2019 9:01 am

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LASATA: August is Family Fun Month

Family Fun Month is celebrated each year during the month of August. It is a great time to get out and experience new and exciting ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, July 31, 2019 9:37 am

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Why don’t we have toll roads in Michigan?

In the ongoing debate over whether and how to develop a long-term plan for Michigan’s roads, a common proposal from some is to establish a ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, July 24, 2019 8:29 am

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LA SATA: Farming is a force in southwest Michigan

The limited legislative session schedule in the summer affords me a great opportunity to spend more time in the district to visit with the wonderful ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, July 17, 2019 9:00 am

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LASATA: A more connected future

Michigan is known to many for many things, but perhaps the two most well-known aspects of our state are that it is home to the ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, July 10, 2019 8:56 am

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LA SATA: Giving hope, fostering futures

There are about 13,000 youth currently living in foster care in Michigan. As one can imagine, being in foster care during those formative years can ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, June 19, 2019 9:26 am

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LASATA: June is Internet Safety Month

It is hard to believe that the modern smartphone is slightly over a decade old. In that time, the prevalence of and reliance upon these ... Read more

by Kim LaSata, Wednesday, June 12, 2019 9:38 am

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