Nick Meyer

Nick Meyer

is a contributing writer for The Gander and a longtime journalist who has covered everything from pro sports teams to politics, inspirational community stories, and much more.

Michigan Life
Michigan Life A 2021 Michigan Beer Lovers Bucket List: Must-Try Beers, Breweries, and Locales

Michigan is a beer lover’s dream. Here are the must-visit destinations for 2021, from Detroit all the way to the Upper Peninsula.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer July 27, 2021 3:33 pm EDT
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Michigan Life The Ultimate Michigan Wine Tour: Must-Visit Vineyards, Tasting Rooms and More

Michigan is well known for its gourmet wines. These are the top 10 destinations that are awaiting your toasts in 2021.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer July 13, 2021 1:41 pm EDT
Economy The Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory on Belle Isle, Detroit
Economy Michigan Schools and Tribes Encouraged to Apply for Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars in Grants

The Michigan DNR has raised the maximum request for state recreational grants into the hundreds of thousands of dollars for 2021. Here's how to apply.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer December 28, 2020 11:32 am EST
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Michigan Life Prehistoric Human Remains Found at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

The discovery wasn’t scientific, but stumbled upon accidentally by a local resident. Now, officials are working to return them to their rightful owner.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer December 23, 2020 1:00 pm EST
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Science Once-in-a-Millennium ‘Christmas Star’ to Light up the Sky as Jupiter and Saturn Cross Paths

Michiganders can see one of the most significant astrological events as the two largest planets will appear to merge together in the night sky.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer December 18, 2020 3:30 pm EST

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Community Foundation of Greater Flint CEO Isaiah Oliver circulates during a library opening in Flint, Mich., on Thursday, May 19, 2022. As the foundation’s first Flint native and first Black leader since it was founded in 1988, Oliver works to build bridges between marginalized people and wealthy donors. (Sean Work/The Chronicle of Philanthropy via AP) Michigan Life Homegrown Foundation Leader Builds Bridges, Trust in Flint
A woman takes a photo of lightning striking as dark storm clouds roll over Lake Michigan. (Mark Olsen via Unsplash) Weather Storms Knock Out Power to More than 100,000 Across Michigan
Plenty of historic Michigan theaters are still playing movies and hosting live performances today. Michigan Life Cherished Cinema: 6 Historic Michigan Theaters Thriving as Labors of Love
On Sunday, all 50 Senate Democrats—including Michigan Sens. Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow—voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Economy Here’s How the Inflation Reduction Act Will Help Michigan Families
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Education Tick Tock: Frontline Workers’ Tuition-Free College Applications Due in Two Weeks

The deadline is Dec. 31 to apply for tuition-free college. Learn more and submit your application here.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer December 17, 2020 1:18 pm EST
Family The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has safe cures for cabin fever thanks to Project Learning Tree.
Family 7 Pandemic-Proof Winter Activities for Michigan Families

From exploring your backyard to exploring local forests, these are the best DNR-approved outdoor activities for kids.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer December 15, 2020 11:02 am EST