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Friday, April 26, 2013  The law would punish store owners who give lottery tickets and alcohol in exchange for the food benefits.

Sunday, January 06, 2013  The state added money to the debit cards of 85,000 Michigan food assistance recipients who temporarily went without aid this week.

Sunday, January 06, 2013  The state is close to adding money to all of the debit cards of 85,000 Michigan food assistance recipients and families who temporarily went without the aid this week.

Friday, January 04, 2013  Officials at the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) say they are currently working to resolve an error that is impacting 85,000 food assistance recipients and their families.

Tuesday, November 20, 2012  Tanya Cox's Bridge Card allowed her to spend $600 to $700 a month, but only on food.  Cox said this pitfall in the system is often the gateway to food stamp abuse.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  Three Flint business owners are charged with food stamp fraud following an investigation by the Office of Inspector General (OIG).

Friday, March 09, 2012  Do you agree with the governor's recommendation?

Friday, December 09, 2011  The Michigan man who was allowed to stay on food stamps, despite winning the lottery, has now pleaded guilty to a drug charge.

Friday, September 30, 2011  In May, Leroy Fick won $2 million in the lottery winner, but was still allowed to stay on welfare.  Now, the Michigan Senate is trying to pass a law that will prevent that from happening again.

Thursday, September 08, 2011  Some proposed bills could limit bridge card users from using the money on gambling and alcohol. The bills could also prevent inmates from receiving the tax payer funds.

Sunday, September 04, 2011  11,000 families will lose welfare benefits Oct. 1st. Children's programs are expanding.

Thursday, May 19, 2011  Should this be legal?

Tuesday, May 03, 2011  Saginaw County Sheriff’s detectives, Michigan State Police, and Federal investigators raided a Saginaw Party store today.

Wednesday, November 03, 2010  Nearly 20% of Michigan residents receives assistance. 30,000 are added every month.