2023
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Offbeat Adventures: Travel to the Coolest Hidden Wonders in Every US State
As more and more people venture out to make up for the last few pandemic-ridden years, you might be looking to go a little farther off the beaten path to avoid the crowds. Stacker did some digging and found a hidden travel gem for every state, using data from Atlas Obscura.
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Michigan Schools Lean on Backpack Bans After Republicans Delay Gun Safety Laws
Michiganders are frustrated over new backpack bans at public schools. Republican lawmakers may have played a role in their necessity. Now students are dealing with the consequences.
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‘It Meant Everything’: West Michigan Music Teacher Reflects on How Students Honored Her Retirement
Little did Susan Gould know that her final band concert would play second fiddle to what was coming next.
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Want a Bunch of Free Weed? One Michigan Cannabis Company Is Straight-Up Giving Away Joints.
Redemption Cannabis is giving away a carton of pre-rolled joints to one lucky winner—and there’s only one way to win the big prize.
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28 Michigan Dispensaries That Are Open Late
Looking for 24-hour weed shops in Michigan? We’ve rounded up our favorite recreational and medicinal shops to save you from having to search “open now near me” again.
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Michiganders Urge Lawmakers to Take More Action to Rid ‘Forever Chemicals’ From Drinking Water
Environmental activists have new policy demands amid ongoing budget discussions—now with at least two-thirds of the counties in Michigan home to a site contaminated by toxic PFAS chemicals.
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The 7 Wonders of Mackinac Island: Where to Find Some of Michigan’s Most Amazing Natural Beauties
Arch Rock is just the start of what Mackinac Island has to offer, and some of its best views are removed from the touristy circuit.
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‘I Was Really Relieved’: Michigan Diabetic Celebrates New Insulin Price Decreases
Hazel Bentley, a 14-year-old Grand Rapids resident, shares what it’s like to live with diabetes and explains why lowering the cost of insulin is a big deal.
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Grand Rapids Schools Ban Backpacks After Third Grader Brings in Loaded Gun
A second Michigan school district is banning backpacks on school premises due to concerns about gun violence, this time because a third-grade student was found with a loaded gun.
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Range Anxiety Relief: Michigan Amps Up Efforts to Build Out Electric Vehicle Charging Network
A new federal grant program will accelerate the installation of hundreds of new electric vehicle chargers across Michigan—and ensure EV drivers can traverse both peninsulas with ease.
