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The Tulare County elections office in the Central Valley was suddenly getting peppered with questions from baffled voters. On the afternoon of Oct. 13, residents began calling and showing up in person at the registrar of voters’ office in Visalia, worried they would be accused of committing fraud by trying to vote twice. That’s because, much to the surprise and chagrin of county elections staff, thousands of voters had accidentally been mailed duplicate ballots for the Nov. 3 midterm election. In the agricultural city of Tulare, a place surrounded by walnut and almond orchards as far as the eye can see, 7,791 voters received extra ballots because of an error by the private printing vendor, said Michelle Baldwin, the county registrar of voters, who noted that safeguards were in place to keep the extra ballots from being counted. The county’s longtime ballot printer, Porterville-based ProVote Solutions, “has accepted full responsibility for the mistake,” she said. ProVote Solutions did not immediately respond to a request for comment. “It is unfortunate that it happened,” Baldwin said.

More than 10% of Michigan voters have already cast their ballots just two weeks ahead of the November general election.

Local NewsMetro Detroit residents urged to report sightings of invasive insectHomeowners who report sightings of spongy moth egg masses while spending time outdoors this season could help protect local tree populations, according to Michigan State University (MSU) Extension. Formerly known as gypsy moths, the invasive insects have few natural predators in the U. S., making it easier for their populations to grow rapidly across the region. In their caterpillar stage, spongy moths are capable of stripping trees of their leaves — also known as defoliation — and when left unchecked can cause significant damage to trees, especially when other risk factors are present, like drought. According to MSU Extension, identifying and removing spongy moth egg masses before they hatch into caterpillars is one of the most effective steps homeowners can take to reduce local populations and help protect trees throughout Southeast Michigan. The egg masses, described by MSU Extension as “buff-colored and tear-drop shaped,” can be found on tree trunks and branches as well as on outdoor furniture, play equipment, fences, sheds, vehicles and homes, and measure approximately one to two inches in length.

NewsRecords show Sayeg’s license was suspended Oct. 14 ‘based on suspension or revocation in another state’What to know:California suspended Dr. Ayoub Sayeg’s medical license on Oct. 14, citing the suspension of his license in another state, according to records. Michigan suspended Sayeg’s medical license on Sept. 28, saying allegations in an administrative complaint indicated he posed an “immediate threat to the public health, safety, or welfare.”Sayeg’s medical licenses in Illinois and Virginia were also suspended in July and August 2026, respectively. Illinois cited concerns about his collaboration with certified registered nurse anesthetists. A Michigan hearing on whether to lift Sayeg’s license suspension is scheduled for Nov. 24 at 8 a.m., unless the state board approves a resolution at its Nov. 18 meeting. The state complaint involves allegations concerning care provided to two patients, identified as J. R. and D. B. Patient D. B. told Local 4 that breast implant surgery in 2024 left her in pain and that a second surgery to correct the results made matters worse.

Here's where and when Kansas City residents can cast ballots early. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — KSHB 41 reporter Olivia Acree covers portions of Johnson County, Kansas, including Olathe and Lenexa. Share your story idea with Olivia.—Missourians can now vote early in the midterm elections without an excuse. Seven advance voting locations open Tuesday across Kansas City.

Voters cast their ballots in Oak Creek, Wis., on Nov. 5, 2024. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File) Wisconsinites begin in-person early voting Tuesday, with early reports suggesting more people are skipping mail ballots this year in a state that has no grace period for late arrivals.