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Live with the League — 3.9.2026 — MI Home Program is in the House!

We're focusing on the housing bills recently introduced in the Michigan Legislature, including the MI Home Program (now House Bills 5660 and 5661). The housing discussion will continue in Lansing on March 10 during our general session at CapCon 2026. In the meantime, be sure to show your support for the MI Home Program! 

An Architect Designs His Future in Negaunee

 A Michigan architect describes his life, professional career, and what made him ultimately choose to settle in Negaunee—winner of the 2025 Community Excellence Award. 

Live with the League — 2.23.2026 — Digging into the New Housing Bills

Our State & Federal Affairs team gives an update on the recently introduced housing package, plus a call to action for our members, conversations around preemption, and what all this could mean for local government. Also, a breakdown of Governor Whitmer's newly released budget recommendation and what communities should be watching as that process moves forward. 

Live with the League — 2.9.2026 — A Look at Lots of Legislation

Today we focus on what's happening at the Capitol and what it means for communities across Michigan: campground legislation and energy policy, drones, property tax reform conversations, and a quick note on an upcoming primary election. 

A Young Person’s Guide to Attracting More Young People

The League’s intern, Jack Brady, discusses how Michigan can reverse the flight of Generation Z from the state. 

Why I Would Leave Michigan

League intern Jack Brady discusses why young people who grew up in Michigan are choosing to build their adult lives elsewhere. 

Live with the League — 1.26.2026 — League Events, League Resources, League Advocacy

There's a ton to discuss this week! We preview the upcoming Capital Conference in Lansing, especially useful for first-time attendees; shine a spotlight on the Michigan Funding Hub and how it can support your community’s funding strategy; finally, a legislative update covering recent rulings, revenue updates, and a look ahead to Governor Whitmer’s final State of the State address. 

Bless the Sidewalk

Agnes Krahn, League communications associate, reflects on the value of connected communities—places that encourage you to put that screen down and get out into the real world. 

Live with the League — 1.12.2026 — The Year Ahead

We’re hitting the ground running in 2026 with a conversation between League Executive Director and CEO Dan Gilmartin and our new Board President, Josh Atwood, Commissioner of Lapeer. We then shift gears and talk about key legislative priorities this year, and what communities should be watching as the session in Lansing gets underway. 

Why I would stay in Michigan

Jack Brady discusses the joys, possibilities, and potential of building a life in Michigan, from the perspective of Gen Z.