State Land Bank Authority Seeks Developer Proposals for Grand Ledge Commercial Site

The State Land Bank Authority (SLBA) is seeking developer proposals for the redevelopment of a former gas station site in Grand Ledge, Michigan. Proposals are due by April 8, 2026, and should focus on enhancing the community and representing the highest and best use of the property.

Michigan Career and Technical Institute Graduation Ceremony

The Michigan Career and Technical Institute (MCTI) celebrated the graduation of 80 students who completed in-demand training programs. These programs aim to prepare individuals with disabilities for competitive employment in fields such as Certified Nursing Assistant and Culinary Arts.

MI Affordable Loan Program Seeks Partners

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is seeking partners for its new MI Affordable Loan program. A Request for Proposals (RFP) is open from March 16 to April 28, 2026, to select organizations that will manage the program, offering small-dollar, short-term loans to low-income individuals.

WDEQ Native Plants Project Sagebrush Planting Event Seeks Volunteers

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (WDEQ) is seeking volunteers, specifically restoration ecologists and land stewardship professionals, to mentor students at its 2025 Native Plants Project Annual Sagebrush Planting Event. The event aims to provide hands-on ecological education and promote land stewardship among youth.

Wyoming DEQ Deploys Mobile Air Monitor in Rawlins

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has deployed a mobile ambient air monitoring station in Rawlins, Wyoming. The station will collect data for approximately one year to assess air quality, particularly downwind of oil and gas development.

Wyoming DEQ: Lonesome Lake and Big Sandy Lake Water Quality Findings

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (WDEQ) has released findings from an evaluation of Lonesome Lake and Big Sandy Lake. The study indicates that E. coli levels in both lakes met state water quality standards for recreational uses during the summer of 2025.

Wyoming DEQ Celebrates Water and Wastewater Operators

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (WDEQ) is celebrating Wyoming Professional Water and Wastewater Operator Appreciation Week, February 9-15, 2026. Governor Mark Gordon proclaimed the week to recognize the essential role these professionals play in safeguarding public health and protecting the environment across the state.

Wyoming DEQ Promotes "Know Your Well Day" for Private Well Owners

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (WDEQ) is promoting "Know Your Well Day" on March 13, 2026, to educate private well owners on the importance of testing, tending, and treating their water systems. This initiative highlights the owner's responsibility for ensuring safe drinking water, as private wells are not regulated by state or federal government.

California Prevailing Wage Determination Modified for Iron Workers

The California Department of Industrial Relations issued a notice modifying the prevailing wage determination for Iron Workers (Fence Erector). The predetermined increase effective January 1, 2017, was reduced from $1.90 to $1.85 per hour.

California Prevailing Wage Correction for Laborer Classifications

The California Department of Industrial Relations issued a notice correcting the predetermined wage increase for laborer classifications. This correction, effective July 3, 2017, adjusts the allocation for pension and wages/employer payments for specific counties.