That One Time in Michigan…When a Stagecoach Robber Turned His Life Around
Here's how stagecoach robber Reimund Holzhey went from a life sentence to a new life.
Sep
2023
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Karel Vega
Coming from a long background in public radio, Karel Vega strives to find stories that inform and inspire local communities. Before joining The ‘Gander, Karel served as managing editor at WKAR, the NPR affiliate in East Lansing, Michigan.
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Sep
2023
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Wanna Track Fall Colors in Michigan? Try This Cool Tool.
If you're curious to know when to plan the perfect fall color trip or when you'll see peak fall colors in your area, this fall foliage prediction map can help.
Sep
2023
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That One Time in Michigan…When the Detroit Lions Were Champs
The tale of a time when the Detroit Lions were one of the best football teams in the US—and maybe, just maybe, it foretells a rising success story for this 2023 NFL season.
Sep
2023
7
That One Time in Michigan…When the Mackinac Bridge Was Built
Whether you're heading north into the natural splendor of the Upper Peninsula or coming down into the Mitten, few things compare to the wonder you feel as you drive over the Mighty Mac. But how did it come to be?
Sep
2023
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22 Awesome Local Coffee Shops in Grand Rapids, Grouped By Region
Looking for a quick cup of joe, or a place to hunker down and get your work done? These locally owned Grand Rapids coffee shops are worth the drip. Er, trip. A 2020 survey by the National Coffee Association found that 62% of people in the US drink coffee...
Sep
2023
7
Great Lakes Fish: Where It’s On The Menu In Northern Michigan’s Pinky Region
These 9 ‘Up North’ restaurants and businesses serve local fish, caught straight from the Great Lakes.
Aug
2023
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MDOT Suspending Most Road Projects Labor Day Weekend To Accommodate Travelers
Michigan's Department of Transportation says it is suspending work and easing most traffic restrictions in the state this Labor Day Weekend to accommodate travelers.
Aug
2023
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That One Time in Michigan…When We Went to War With Ohio
The true story about how Michigan's "boy governor" led Michigan to war with Ohio and got the Upper Peninsula in the process.
Aug
2023
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Michigan AG Provides Tips to Avoid Scams Following Severe Storm
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reminding residents not to rush into home repairs after a devastating storm Thursday night caused widespread damage and left thousands without power.
Aug
2023
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That One Time in Michigan… When an Elephant Stormed Through Lansing
It was Sept. 26, 1963, and a traveling circus had stopped at the South Logan Shopping Center in Lansing, Michigan. One of the show’s acts was Rajjee the elephant.
