1/28/2026

BESSEMER - The City of Bessemer is looking for proposals for the creation and maintenance of a new City website. Bids must be in a sealed envelope marked "BESSEMER CITY WEBSITE PROPOSAL" and can be delivered to City of Bessemer offices by 3:00 p.m. on April 6th, 2026.  The City Council will make the final decision based on the evaluation of all responses, qualifications, approach, and pricing. It is anticipated that a selection will be made no later than May 26th, 2026.

1/28/2026

N. WISCONSIN - President Donald Trump has announced his endorsement of Rep. Tom Tiffany for Governor of Wisconsin, calling him an “advocate for the Working Men and Women of Wisconsin.”  Trump highlighted Tiffany’s efforts to cut taxes, secure the border, champion American energy dominance, and ensure law and order.  Tiffany was elected to Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District in 2020, which includes Northern Wisconsin taking over the seat after Sean Duffy resigned. Tiffany has also served in both chambers of the Wisconsin legislature.  The congressman is one of two Republicans seeking the GOP nomination, along with Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann.  For Democrats, the primary field is crowded, with candidates including Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley.  This is the first wide-open race for governor in Wisconsin in 16 years. The primary will be held on August 11, 2026, followed by the general election in November.

1/28/2026

LANSING - Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is pushing to expand outreach to young adults who want to buy homes, as rising rents and high mortgage rates keep many in their 20s and 30s out of the market. State leaders say the new awareness campaign will highlight down payment assistance and interest rate relief programs aimed at first-time buyers. Whitmer has directed the Michigan State Housing Development Authority to boost outreach to residents ages 18 to 35, saying many young people are unaware they may qualify for financial help from the state.