I look forward to this time each year — not just because spring is around the corner — but because March is National Reading Month. It brings me great joy

LANSING, Mich. – State Sen. Wayne Schmidt has announced upcoming coffee hours to be held with constituents throughout the 37th Senate District in March. The senator will be available to

LANSING, Mich. — The Senate unanimously approved legislation on Tuesday sponsored by state Sen. Wayne Schmidt that would allow the state’s county road commissions to loan money to townships for

Throughout Michigan there is a lot of talk about modernizing our state’s infrastructure. In addition to the need to upgrade roads, bridges, and water pipes, we are also making strides

LANSING, Mich.—State Sen. Wayne Schmidt said 37th District residents can access a free guide on how to appeal property tax assessments on his website and at county clerks offices throughout

LANSING, Mich. – State Sen. Wayne Schmidt, R-Traverse City, will speak at a press conference Monday, Feb. 22 at 9 a.m. to help kick off the Statewide Interoperable Communications Conference.

LANSING, Mich. – State Sen. Wayne Schmidt has announced upcoming coffee hours to be held with constituents throughout the 37th Senate District in February. The senator will be available to

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Wayne Schmidt, R-Traverse City, issued the following statement after Gov. Rick Snyder delivered his 2016 State of the State address: “Tonight the governor devoted much

Happy New Year! As we begin 2016 and a new legislative year in the state Senate, I’ve been reflecting on the importance of staying informed and involved with your state

  LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Wayne Schmidt announced he will hold an additional coffee hour in Traverse City on Dec. 28.  The senator will be available to answer questions

LANSING, Mich. — The state Senate unanimously approved legislation on Tuesday to recognize with official signage places throughout the state that are significant to the history of Native Americans, including

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Wayne Schmidt announced he will hold coffee hours in the 37th District this month. The senator will be available to answer questions and provide information

LANSING, Mich. – Airports in the state would receive state funding to help with repair and maintenance costs under legislation approved by the state Senate on Thursday. “This is a

Nearly 80 percent of all Great Lakes shipping traffic for one of the most important elements needed to fuel our economy — iron ore — passes through upper Michigan’s Soo

SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – At a rare joint hearing of the state Senate Commerce, Transportation, and Economic Development and International Investment committees on Monday, legislators adopted Senate Resolution 105

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Wayne Schmidt announced he will hold additional coffee hours in the 37th District this month. The senator will be available to answer questions and provide

LANSING, Mich. — The Senate on Thursday approved Billy’s Law to empower law enforcement to administer drug tests and obtain drug test results conducted on at-fault motorists in traffic accidents

Northern Michigan is blessed with great educational institutions that provide our residents with the knowledge, skills and abilities to lead successful careers. I had the great fortune of visiting one

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Wayne Schmidt announced he will hold coffee hours in the 37th District this month. The senator will be available to answer questions and provide information

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA) on Tuesday announced state Sen. Wayne Schmidt as its 2015 Legislator of the Year. “It is a tremendous honor to be named