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November 10, 2015
Tenneco Inc. is constantly changing to stay competitive, officials said.
While standing at the Wall of Innovation, Joseph Bacarella, manager of product training and technical assistance, told Congressman Tim Walberg, R-Tipton, about the company's long history in Monroe.
"We have hundreds of patents over the years dating back to the early 1900s," Mr. Bacarella told the Congressman who visited the facility Monday. "We are constantly releasing new patents as vehicles change to stay competitive."
While standing at the Wall of Innovation, Joseph Bacarella, manager of product training and technical assistance, told Congressman Tim Walberg, R-Tipton, about the company's long history in Monroe.
"We have hundreds of patents over the years dating back to the early 1900s," Mr. Bacarella told the Congressman who visited the facility Monday. "We are constantly releasing new patents as vehicles change to stay competitive."
Issues:Local Issues
October 20, 2015
QUINCY — Village of Quincy residents had an opportunity to talk with Rep. Tim Walberg (R) Monday morning at the village hall for coffee hour. He opened the hour with with discussion on Benghazi, the debt ceiling issue, and the signing of a spending plan that has "enabled us to reduce the deficit."
He also talked about communities working to grow the economy, and not Washington.
"Grow the economy, pay down the debt." Walberg said.
He also spoke of a limited government, and free people.
"Limited government has always worked," Walberg explained.
He also talked about communities working to grow the economy, and not Washington.
"Grow the economy, pay down the debt." Walberg said.
He also spoke of a limited government, and free people.
"Limited government has always worked," Walberg explained.
October 16, 2015
Issues:Social SecurityLocal Issues
October 14, 2015
Issues:Michigan ValuesLocal Issues
October 7, 2015
LANSING, Mich. — Reforms aimed at increasing police reporting and the burden of proof in civil court for individuals who have property seized by police are now headed to Governor Snyder's desk for his signature.
The package of reform bills introduced by the House in April were unanimously approved Wednesday by lawmakers in the Senate.
The package of reform bills introduced by the House in April were unanimously approved Wednesday by lawmakers in the Senate.
October 1, 2015
LANSING, MI — Attorney General Bill Schuette, Michigan's top law enforcement officer, is backing legislation that would begin to reform the state's civil asset forfeiture laws, which allow police to seize property linked to a crime even if charges are never filed.
House-approved bills awaiting action in the Michigan Senate would not eliminate civil asset forfeiture entirely, but they would require more transparency by law enforcement agencies and increase the burden of proof required to keep seized property.
House-approved bills awaiting action in the Michigan Senate would not eliminate civil asset forfeiture entirely, but they would require more transparency by law enforcement agencies and increase the burden of proof required to keep seized property.
October 1, 2015
Filing for veterans benefits can be a nightmare for anyone not used to all the red tape, but some local vets can get free help with the process on Monday.
Congressman Tim Walberg is hosting a veterans claims fair in Jackson.
VA representatives will be there to help with things like pensions, health care, e-benefits, and existing claims. Vets will need to bring their DD-214.
The fair is happening from 9AM-3PM at the Jackson Count Veterans Affairs Office on Lansing Avenue in Jackson on Monday.
Congressman Tim Walberg is hosting a veterans claims fair in Jackson.
VA representatives will be there to help with things like pensions, health care, e-benefits, and existing claims. Vets will need to bring their DD-214.
The fair is happening from 9AM-3PM at the Jackson Count Veterans Affairs Office on Lansing Avenue in Jackson on Monday.
Issues:Veterans
September 11, 2015
A milestone was reached Friday as a very important car rolled off GM's production line in Lansing.
The crowd celebrated as the 2016 Buick Enclave rolled off with fresh white paint and a shiny grill.
This car marks the 2 millionth vehicle built at the Lansing- Delta Township.
According to General Motors officials, it's more than hot wheels; it's a reflection of Michigan employees hard work and dedication.
The crowd celebrated as the 2016 Buick Enclave rolled off with fresh white paint and a shiny grill.
This car marks the 2 millionth vehicle built at the Lansing- Delta Township.
According to General Motors officials, it's more than hot wheels; it's a reflection of Michigan employees hard work and dedication.
August 12, 2015
Rep. Walberg sat down with WLNS to discuss the Great Lakes Assurance Program Verification Act, legislation he introduced with Rep. Candice Miller to help protect the Great Lakes from harmful algae blooms.
Issues:Agriculture
July 28, 2015
Since vocational education training has been just about eliminated in all but two Monroe County high schools, students who want to learn about the trades will have an option this fall.
The 2-year-old, state-of-the-art Career Technology Center on the Monroe County Community College campus will be open for high school students. Business leaders and educators said training students for jobs waiting to be filled — even at the high school level — is vital.
The 2-year-old, state-of-the-art Career Technology Center on the Monroe County Community College campus will be open for high school students. Business leaders and educators said training students for jobs waiting to be filled — even at the high school level — is vital.
Issues:Jobs and Economy