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History of Alger Right to Life dates back to 1972

Alger County Right to Life came into being about 53 years ago under the direction of Jim and Jackie LeVeque in 1972. At that time, there was a ballot initiative on abortion in the state of Michigan. While it was defeated in the vote, this was just before Roe v. Wade was passed and abortions became available in Michigan. Jackie was the president of the newly formed RTL affiliate in Munising and Alger County, and she was the public voice for life until her untimely death around 1996.
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Bohnak plan would expand access to care

State Rep. Karl Bohnak (R-Deerton) testified last week before the House Health Policy Committee in support of his plan to expand mental health services in Michigan. House Bill 4591 would admit Michigan into the Counseling Compact, which would allow licensed professional counselors, or LPCs, in member states to practice across state lines, both in person and via telehealth.
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