LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) -- State leaders are calling on public schools across the state to continue providing free breakfast and lunch to their students as lawmakers work to finalize the state budget -- which they say will continue funding free school meals for all.

The state government is currently operating on a one-week continuation deal, averting a shut down. Now, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and State Superintendent Michael F. Rice are telling public school districts to "do what it takes" to feed students despite the lack of an approved school budget.

"While we acknowledge the uncertainty that the Michigan Legislature has created by not passing a final budget yet, we implore you to do what it takes to feed every kid as we wait for the budget," reads the letter. "So, to keep it s

See Full Page