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8 fascinating facts about Lake Erie, the most underrated Great Lake
Learn about an oft-overlooked treasure with this roundup of fun facts and figures about our lovely Lake Erie.
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That one time in Michigan: When Lake Huron had an extremely rare cyclone
Take a look back at “Huron Hurricane,” one of the most memorable moments in Michigan meteorological history.
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Your guide to taking action on No Kings Day in Michigan
A roundup of No Kings Day protests, marches, and rallies at the State Capitol and across Michigan on March 28th.
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One man is rolling thousands of joints so Michigan can crown its best weed
A new weed competition is ditching sloppy pre-rolls, standardizing everything, and handing Michiganders the power to decide the winners.
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8 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
Michigan cannabis news never slow down. And this past week brought a little bit of everything.
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New bill would implement driving test for drivers 75 and older
A new bill introduced in Michigan would require drivers aged 75 and older to take vision, written knowledge and driving skills tests to renew their license.
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11 events worth your time this weekend in Michigan (March 20-22, 2026)
Welcome to your weekend plans. This week’s highlights include music festivals across the state, as well as an event serving up bull testicles as the main course (yes, really), and a parade in Detroit to banish an evil red dwarf. As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you know of an upcoming event…
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Your family-friendly Michigan Spring Break staycation itinerary
Staying home this spring break? Us too! Follow our family of seven’s spring break Michigan staycation itinerary to join in on the fun.
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Your weekly guide to taking action in Michigan (March 20-26)
A weekly roundup of Michigan protests, political events, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide–Friday, March 20 through Thursday, March 26.
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The fascinating origin story of Kalamazoo’s name
With a history of settlers dating back over 11,000 years, Kalamazoo and its river have a rich history that may have influenced its name.
