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Michigan Hospitals: Budget Battles and Healthcare Heroics

Author: Cumulus Media Detroit February 26, 2026 Duration: 8:23

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JR Morning from Cumulus Media Detroit is your weekday wake-up call for smart, fast-moving coverage of the stories that matter most to Southeast Michigan. Hosted by Lloyd Jackson and Jamie Edmonds, this podcast delivers a lively mix of local, regional, and global news, reported live from high atop the Golden Tower of the Fisher Building. Each morning, newsmakers who know - along with an experienced team of reporters and commentators - break down the headlines, explain how policy and business decisions affect your community, and highlight the issues shaping the region’s future. Expect thoughtful conversations on government, the economy, and everyday life in and around Detroit. Tune in as you commute, work, or start your day, and listen episodes of JR Morning to stay informed, engaged, and a step ahead of the news cycle.

February 26, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Laura Appel, Executive Vice President of Government Relations and Public Policy for the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, about healthcare priorities and challenges in Michigan.

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