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The importance of checking return policies on unwanted gifts Attorney General Dana Nessel reminds residents to check return policies before heading to the store as a part of her ‘Holiday Scam Campaign’.

Return policies vary greatly from store to store, but almost all impose a time limit on returns. If you know you will return an item you received this holiday season, don’t wait, and review the store’s return policy before making the trip.

www.wlns.com/news/the-imp...

Christmas trees for fish and wildlife habitat? There are better options

Thinking about dumping a Christmas tree into a lake for fish habitat? It may not be the best idea. 👇🎅🎄

Multi-colored lights on a tree.

Merry Christmas!

A path through a snow filled forest.

Tomorrow is the first day of winter! What are your plans this season?
📷: Morgan Liskey

Screen shot of plowcam showing snowy road ahead.

Alice Scooper is making sure there's less snow under your wheels along US-131 in #KalkaskaCounty, but you'll still want to slow down out there! #BasicSpeedLaw #TakeItSlow #ClassicRock www.Michigan.gov/Drive

Mackinac Bridge over an icy lake.

MDOT reflects on 2024 accomplishments, including improved safety, technology, flex routes and more www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-ou...

A woman wearing white pants, a gray shirt and a red hat runs on the Dequindre Cut in Detroit, Michigan.

Searching for a gift for the runners in your life? Check out these upcoming 5Ks!
Detroit Auto Show 5K - Jan 11: runsignup.com/Race/MI/Detr...
Lumberjack Pancake Run - Mar 23: runsignup.com/Race/MI/Detr...
Run for the Trees: Happy Little (Virtual) 5K - Apr 19-27: runsignup.com/happylittlet...

A photo of a Bureau of Elections staff member and Deputy Secretary of State Aghogho Edevbie explaining the dice roll and thanking voters.

Yesterday, Deputy SOS Aghogho Edevbie, Bureau of Elections staff and Lansing-area clerks rolled dice to generate a 20-digit random number that will be used as part of the standard ballot audit process following the 2024 Presidential Election.

Learn about the process: youtube.com/live/WnnXK1Q...

Looking down on a freeway project where all the pavement has been removed down to the sand base.

On this week's edition of the Talking Michigan Transportation podcast, reflections from a retiring DOT environmental policy leader. www.buzzsprout.com/1374205/epis...

A ridiculous image of salmon in a classroom.

Teachers throughout Michigan help raise salmon as part of a program to show kids a little about the fisheries management process. This year has been busy!

Teachers involved: 298
Students: 30,000
Fish released this spring: 18,668
Releases: 273 in 49 counties

www.michigan.gov/dnr/educatio...

Concrete bridge in winter.

Benzie County's Reynolds Road bridge replaced as part of MDOT local agency bridge bundling program www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-ou...

An image of a die being rolled in the air.

Members of the Bureau of Elections and local clerks will be conducting a dice roll to generate a random number that will be used in the post-election audit process for the 2024 Presidential Election today at 2 p.m.

Watch the livestream: www.youtube.com/@MichSoSOffi...

A photo of a chair lift. Text reads "This and fresh powder"

A person kayaking on a lake with an orange and yellow sunset. Text reads "this and best friends."

A tent and hammock in the foreground and the lake in the background Text reads "This and a long weekend."

An interior of a cabin. Text reads "this and a good book."

What's on your wish list?

📌 Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park by Ryan Burger
📌 Sleepy Hollow State Park by @ Winsome Glimpse Photography
📌 Straits State Park by Kevin Roberts
📌 Pontiac Lake State Park by Moody Cabin Girl

Governor Whitmer and I have formally certified the results of the 2024 election.

Last month 5.7 million+ Michiganders made their voices heard in the 2024 election. And across our state our local election officials and professionals worked tirelessly to ensure all 83 counties administered a free, fair, accurate election.

DBE logo features a hammer, pencil and wrench.

Reminder for certified disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs): The next DBE networking session is 10 a.m.-noon Thursday, Dec. 19. Register with Kathleen Jones @ JonesK49@Michigan.gov no later than 3 p.m. Dec. 18.

Green tile of a bridge etched in it affixed to steel grating.

Hey #MackinacBridge fans, available now at the Michigan History Center gift shop in #Lansing: tiles set on retired grates from the #MightyMac! Contact the MHC at 517-335-2582 or MHCInfo@Michigan.gov for more info.

Nessel urging residents to be on the lookout for illegal gifting schemes some gifting circles are illegal pyramid schemes that rely on recruitment and false promises of financial gain

Gifting schemes frequently pose as acts of kindness or community support, but in practice, they take advantage of participants’ trust and leave most of them with significant losses.

www.wgvunews.org/news/2024-12...

A Michigan conservation officer holds a bald eagle during a rescue along a roadway surrounded by snow.

Caption: How dare you rescue me!

Roadkill can entice bald eagles to hang around busy roadways. Learn about a recent rescue and how to help keep our eagles safe in this week's Showcasing the DNR.

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Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment 2025. Nov 1, 2024 - Jan 15, 2025. Sign up today. #GetCovered

Only a few days remaining to buy marketplace health plan coverage that starts January 1, 2025. 123,000 Michiganders have already enrolled in coverage during open enrollment. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/difs/news-an....

Northern Michigan town makes Weather Channel list of snowiest cities in America Marquette, Michigan is one of the snowiest places in America, according to The Weather Channel.

Marquette, Michigan is not only one of the snowiest towns in America. It's also one of the most beautiful, anytime of year.
www.freep.com/story/news/l...

An ai generated image shows a winter wooded trail lit with lights along the path. The text on the graphic says "Enchanted Borealis Trail. December 13-14. 5:30-8:30pm."

Visit Ionia State Recreation Area this weekend to see the Enchanted Borealis Trail; a trail lit by lanterns and colorful holiday lights. Reserve a fire pit to warm up afterwards. Reservations are required.
December 13-14 from 5:30-8:30pm.
Find this and other events at www.Mi.gov/DNRCalendar.

YouTube video by Michigan Attorney General AG Nessel Warns Against Holiday Scams

The holiday season can get busy, but don’t let the rush make you an easy target for scams.

Take the time to learn how to spot fraudsters and report any suspicious activity to my office at mi.gov/consumerprotection.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=mktr...

Want to see what your favorite @michigandot.bsky.social snowplow is up to, like Cousin Eddie? Nearly all MDOT direct forces snowplows have cams that are tied into michigan.gov/Drive (contract agencies, like county road commissions, are not connected to the site at this time).

Michigan Attorney General warns consumers about holiday scams using AI Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is issuing an alert warning residents about the growing use of artificial intelligence, or AI, in holiday shopping scams.

Artificial intelligence can be used legitimately as a tool to help make our everyday lives easier. It is unfortunate that this technology is being exploited by bad actors intent on scamming and defrauding the public.

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Metal poles with thick cables coiled around a hook along empty parking spaces.

MDOT announces first fast charging station under NEVI program live in #Lansing www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-ou...

AG Nessel warns of puppy scams during holidays Residents in recent years have been tricked into paying for pets that have undisclosed health issues, behavioral complications, falsified medical records and in some cases, simply do not exist.

While the holidays inspire many to bring in the joy with a furry friend, it’s important consumers exercise caution when searching for a new pet. Always thoroughly research any online purchase to ensure you are not the latest victim of a scam.

www.wilx.com/2024/12/10/a...

A graphic that shows a question and answer from frequently asked questions the Michigan Department of State receives. The question asks, how do I renew my enhanced license or ID? The answer says, like standard licenses and IDs, most enhanced licenses and IDs can be renewed online, by mail, or at a self-service station if a new photo isn't required. Most residents only need to renew their license or ID at a Secretary of State's office every 12 years to take a new photo.

Did you know that as long as a new photo is not required, you can renew your enhanced license or ID online at Michigan.gov/SOS, by mail, or at a self-service station?

Find answers to frequently asked questions MDOS receives at Michigan.gov/SOSFaqs

The blue sky fades into a yellow and red sunset and reflects in the water below. Lake Michigan's rocky shores meet the forest.

We're here and ready to rock! Tell us what you'd like to see us share here on Bluesky!

📷: Rocky beach photo from Fisherman's Island State Park by SG Captures.

YouTube video by MichiganDOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg Visits I-75 River Raisin Bridge in Monroe County

Video: US Transportation Secretary Buttigieg toured the I-75 bridge over the River Raisin today in #MonroeCounty with city & labor officials. A 2028 project involving the bridge and a portion of I-75 received a $196M federal Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) grant. youtu.be/rhGwasTJF_g

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