Notices from Michigan Treasury Department sent in error, Michigan’s recycling rate reaches new heights + more
Published on Apr 24, 2026, 3:58:30 PM
Total time: 00:03:53
Published on Apr 24, 2026, 3:58:30 PM
Total time: 00:03:53
The Michigan Treasury Department sent the wrong notices to tax filers, which has left a lot of tax payers confused.
Between March 30 and April 17, some Michiganders found a “Notice of Adjustment” letter from the state’s Department of Treasury. The notice told filers that refunds had been cut or that they owed money. But these notices didn’t line up with bank deposits and payment records because of a system error.
The Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants says it’s working with the Treasury department and the state to stop the incorrect notices and to send out corrected notices clearing this whole deal up.
If you did receive a notice, the department said to check bank records and log in to the Michigan Treasury eServices to confirm that prepayments and refunds are posted correctly.
The Treasury’s office acknowledges the mistake on their end and says taxpayers don’t need to take any further action at this time.
Michigan’s recycling rate has climbed to 26%, topping the previous years’ record for the fifth year in a row. State officials say that their goal of 30% by 2029 is well within reach.
On Earth Day, state officials say that the improved rate has nearly doubled since they first started tracking it in 2019. Michigan is still behind the
national average, which is 32%.
Opponents of the state’s bottle return law argue that the rate could go higher if Michigan invested in universal curbside recycling instead. Some state officials point to the Michigan landfill fee as a possible reason the state recycles less than the country as a whole.
NBA
The Pistons travel to Orlando to continue their tied series with the Magic. Both teams took a win in the first two games with the Piston’s win on Wednesday breaking an 11 game home court playoff losing streak that dates back to 2008.
The Pistons and Magic face off Saturday April 24. Tipoff is at 1 p.m.
NFL
Last night was the NFL Draft and the Detroit Lions picked up Offensive Tackle Blake Miller from Clemson University with the 17th pick.
As we head into the rest of the draft, NFL experts suspect the Lions will focus on fortifying their defense. The Lions have 8 picks left between Friday and Saturday.
MLB
The Detroit Tigers head down to face the Cincinnati Reds this weekend. The Tigers are currently second in the American League Central.
First pitch for tonight’s game is at 6:40 p.m. at the Great American Ballpark.
Friends, family, and mentees of the late great Detroit gospel music scholar Dr. Deborah Smith Pollard remember her in a series of celebrations this weekend.
Pollard, a pivotal figure in gospel, was on the airwaves for three decades as host and producer of Rhythm and Praise program on Mix 92.3 Detroit. She shared the latest in classic and contemporary gospel music.
The esteemed gospel music pioneer also taught and introduction to the genre at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. The cause of death is unknown at the moment.
Homegoing celebration is scheduled to take place at noon on Saturday, April 25, following a musical tribute at 11 a.m., at Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church.
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