Former
First Lady Helen Milliken Passes
Helen Wallbank Milliken, 89, passed away last
Friday morning at home in Traverse City. Her husband of 67 years, former
Michigan Governor William Milliken, and her son William Milliken, Jr., were
with her at the time of her death. Mrs. Milliken had fought a year-long battle
with ovarian cancer. A memorial service will likely be held after the first of
the year Mrs. Milliken, known as a tireless advocate for the environment and
women’s rights, was a key advisor during her husband’s three plus terms as
governor.
Browne to Blues
House Republican Communications Director
Phyllis Browne is leaving her position with the Caucus to join Blue Cross Blue
Shield as Communication Manager of Public Policy and Social Mission. Caucus
Press Secretary Ari Adler will serve as interim Communications Director until a
replacement is named.
GOP Chair Schostak to Seek Re-Election
Michigan Republican Party Chair Bobby
Scholstak confirmed Monday that he will be running for re-election at the
February convention. One other potential candidate has surfaced, Kent County
Republican Party Chair Sam Moore had previously indicated that he is
considering a run.