Secretary of State Ruth Johnson and Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency Director Jeff Barnes unveiled a license plate that will raise funds to enhance outreach and services to veterans.

“This is one more way we can make sure that veterans get the services they’ve earned and deserve,” Johnson said.

The plate costs $35, with $25 going to veterans services. You can order the plate here. Information on other fundraising plates is here.

The state of Michigan has successfully argued in court to have HP Enterprise Services turn over a computer source code to the state of Michigan.

The ruling addressed the state’s request for an injunction to force HP to provide the code necessary to maintain and manage its ExpressSOS website, which is used by millions of Michigan residents. The larger lawsuit brought by the state for breach of the contract continues to move through the court system.

The state of Michigan terminated its contract with HP for cause in August, and subsequently sued HP in September after the company failed to deliver on a $49 million contract. Michigan becomes the sixth state motor vehicle agency that no longer works with the company, according to media reports.

The state’s focus now is to create a smooth transition away from HP, implement the requirements of the new road funding law and seek a qualified vendor to replace HP.

The Michigan State Police fires up Operation C.A.R.E. from Nov. 25-29 “so everyone this Thanksgiving can live to eat the leftovers,” said Col. Kriste Kibbey Etue, head of the Michigan State Police.

Troopers will conduct high-visibility enforcement focusing on impaired driving, seat belt use, careless driving and speeding. 

New this year, the MSP has partnered with the Michigan Licensed Beverage Association to distribute drink coasters with the tag line, "Safety is Your Best Defense" to their member bars and restaurants. This partnership is an added push to encourage responsible driving, given that the night before Thanksgiving is a popular one to frequent bars.