Lucas Henkel - The Gander

These students are protecting the ‘coral reefs’ of Michigan—and you can too

Vernal pools are a critical part of Michigan’s natural ecosystem—but they’re not protected by state regulations. Here’s how Michiganders are helping.

How Nik and his classmates across Michigan are succeeding post-COVID

By Lucas Henkel

Michigan’s public school students need a community to make a post-COVID comeback. That’s happening right now—and it’s working.

Boys do cry: Rural Michigan men are opening up about mental health

By Lucas Henkel

Reports show that men living in rural parts of the state are the most at risk for suicide—and Michigan legislators want to help them.

Nearly two dozen Michigan public schools will receive free books this month

By Lucas Henkel

How a state program is helping get books into the hands of Michigan students.

VIDEO: Three headlines you may have missed last week

By Lucas Henkel

https://www.tiktok.com/@gandernewsroom/video/7347439985928293674 Did you know that a bill was recently introduced in the Michigan Legislature that would end Daylight Saving Time in our state? Watch this video to find out...

A cash-assistance program in Flint is giving new moms some breathing room

By Lucas Henkel

Pregnant moms in Flint—and their babies—are getting the help they need through a new cash assistance program.

We asked, you answered: 8 of the best libraries in Michigan

By Lucas Henkel

Gander readers weighed in on their favorite public libraries to visit in Michigan.

VIDEO: Three headlines you may have missed last week

By Lucas Henkel

https://www.tiktok.com/@gandernewsroom/video/7341518128842689835 What's up, Michigan? Here's a recap of some of the news you might have missed this week—including Governor Gretchen Whitmer's stance on IVF access for out-of-state residents. Watch this video to find...