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Lisa McClain criticizes Democrats over government shutdown votes

By P. P. Cantu | Oct 1, 2025

U.S. Representative Lisa McClain used social media posts on September 30 and October 1, 2025 to criticize Democratic lawmakers for actions related to an impending government shutdown.

Matt Maddock comments on transparency and political events in recent social media posts

By P. P. Cantu | Oct 1, 2025

Matt Maddock posted several updates between September 29 and October 1, 2025, including remarks about political spending and participation at a Utah State Turning Point event.

Lisa McClain highlights GOP stance on government funding in October press conference tweets

By F. K. Mobley | Oct 1, 2025

Representative Lisa McClain used social media on October 1, 2025 to announce Republican leadership press conferences and comment on congressional votes related to keeping the federal government open.

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Who from City of Pontiac area’s former high school standouts will be active on Saturday, Oct. 4?

By G. D. Samuel | Oct 1, 2025

On Saturday, Oct. 4, these former City of Pontiac area high school standouts will be in action.

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Percentage of Hispanic students ready for college falls in Rochester Community School District in 2023-24 school year compared to previous school year

By J. J. Payne | Sep 30, 2025

Hispanic students' college readiness declined in Rochester Community School District during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

Matt Maddock highlights Michigan state budget decisions in recent posts

By B. S. Reid | Sep 27, 2025

Michigan State Representative Matt Maddock posted about recent state budget developments between September 25 and September 27, crediting colleagues for their efforts to avoid increasing spending.

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Which former high school stars from City of Pontiac area will be in action for the week of Monday, Sept. 29?

By I. L. Ocampo | Sep 26, 2025

These ex-City of Pontiac area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Sept. 29.

How many H-2A petitions made by Pontiac Times publication area employers were approved during 2024?

By J. C. Connors | Sep 25, 2025

In 2024, all of the H-2A petitions filed by an employer in the Pontiac Times publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

Matt Maddock raises concerns over Michigan SNAP fraud and local government waste

By F. K. Mobley | Sep 25, 2025

Michigan legislator Matt Maddock posted on September 25, 2025 about possible financial repercussions from alleged SNAP fraud and invited constituents to report examples of local government waste.

Matt Maddock alleges outside influence in Michigan politics amid budget standoff

By B. S. Reid | Sep 24, 2025

Michigan lawmaker Matt Maddock posted claims about outside influence on state politics and criticized Democratic leaders during ongoing budget talks.

Matt Maddock highlights changes in Michigan’s milk delivery and EBT fast food policies

By P. P. Cantu | Sep 24, 2025

Michigan State Representative Matt Maddock tweeted on September 24, 2025 about new opportunities for farm-fresh whole milk delivery and expanded EBT use for fast food purchases.

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Who are the ex-high school stars from City of Pontiac area competing on Saturday, Sept. 27?

By G. D. Samuel | Sep 24, 2025

These former City of Pontiac area high school standouts will be active on Saturday, Sept. 27.

Matt Maddock questions Michigan’s regulatory burden and foreign spending on ballot proposals

By P. P. Cantu | Sep 23, 2025

Michigan State Representative Matt Maddock posted several tweets on September 22-23, 2025 questioning Michigan’s high level of regulation and its status as a top recipient for foreign spending on ballot proposals.

Matt Maddock questions state spending and welfare program impacts in recent posts

By B. S. Reid | Sep 22, 2025

State Representative Matt Maddock used social media on September 22, 2025, to question Michigan's budget decisions and criticize aspects of public assistance programs.

Matt Maddock criticizes revenue proposals and public broadcasting funding in recent posts

By F. K. Mobley | Sep 19, 2025

Michigan State Representative Matt Maddock published several posts on September 18 and September 19, 2025.

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Which high school alumni from City of Pontiac area will play in games during the week starting Monday, Sept. 22?

By I. L. Ocampo | Sep 19, 2025

These ex-City of Pontiac area high school athletes will be competing in the week starting Monday, Sept. 22.

Lisa McClain addresses economic policy and public safety concerns in recent posts

By F. K. Mobley | Sep 18, 2025

Chairwoman Lisa McClain posted on social media about high interest rates affecting Americans (September 17), celebrated the U.S. Air Force's anniversary (September 18), and responded to an attack on law enforcement officers (September 18).

Matt Maddock criticizes ranked choice voting and affordable housing funding in recent tweets

By B. S. Reid | Sep 18, 2025

Michigan state representative Matt Maddock posted several tweets on September 17-18, focusing on criticisms of ranked choice voting and affordable housing funding.

McClain's bill seeking transparency in benefit plan probes advances House committee

By F. K. Mobley | Sep 17, 2025

The House Education and Workforce Committee has advanced the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) Investigations Transparency Act, a bill sponsored by House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.).

Matt Maddock criticizes Democrats’ education policies and social media conduct in recent posts