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14 weekend events to celebrate spring in Michigan
Inside: Tree planting, a beer festival, and more Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, We’ve got a great lineup of things to do this weekend, with events ranging from a tree planting festival to a beer festival, a printmaking fair, and much more. As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you know of…
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Michigan’s tourism industry scrambles to find seasonal help
Plus: Last-minute 4/20 deals Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Michigan is gearing up for another busy tourism season, with millions of visitors expected across the state. But places like Mackinac Island are facing a familiar challenge: not enough workers to keep up with demand. Now, businesses are scrambling to fill critical roles. Today, we’re…
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10 celebrities who went to college in Michigan
Plus: Pentagon officials reportedly ask automakers for help with weapons Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Hollywood might feel far from Michigan, but a surprising number of stars got their start right here, with schools like the University of Michigan and Central Michigan University helping to shape their future. Today, The ‘Gander’s Sophie Boudreau puts…
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12 Michigan events you won’t want to miss this weekend
Plus: Earth Day events, spring celebrations, and even alpacas Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, There are some really unique events to take part in this weekend, with highlights including an alpaca festival in West Michigan, a fairy festival, and plenty of spring and Earth Day festivities. As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions!…
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A guide to Tulip Time 2026 in Holland, Michigan
Plus: More than a million convictions cleared under ‘clean slate’ law Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Spring in Michigan means one thing: millions of tulips are about to bloom in Holland. That’s right. West Michigan’s beloved Tulip Time is back, bringing parades, Dutch dancers, and plenty of flower-filled photo ops. If it’s your first…
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10 ways to help clean up Michigan this Earth Day
Plus: What is Michigan’s state dish? Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, As Michiganders, one of the things we’re most proud of is our state’s incredible natural beauty, and with Earth Day right around the corner, this is the perfect time to help keep it that way. Luckily, volunteer cleanups are happening all over the…
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Why Michigan is called the ‘Buckle of the Euchre Belt’
Plus: A book lover’s guide to Detroit Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, I have to confess: Even though I’ve lived in Michigan for over a decade, I still don’t know how to play euchre (much to the dismay of my Michigan-native wife and her family). But even I know that euchre is much more…
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11 Michigan events to make the most out of your weekend
Inside: A film festival, local maker markets, and more Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Am I the only one who feels like Mother Nature has been out to get us recently with all of these weekend storms? Luckily, it looks like we’re in for a break weather-wise this weekend, with even some sun in…
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🏀 Michigan muscles its way to program’s 2nd national title
Plus: Nessel calls for lawmaker action against rate hikes Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, The Michigan Wolverines men’s basketball capped off an incredible season last night, taking down the UConn Huskies to win the national championship. Despite a rough shooting night, it was Michigan’s relentless defense that ultimately sealed the victory. Today, we’ll bring…
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Michigan gas prices dip, but another surge could be ahead
Plus: Michigan Wolverines a favorite in tonight’s championship game Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, We’re continuing to feel the effects of the Iran war here in Michigan—most notably, at the gas pump. While we did manage to see some slight dips in prices in recent days, experts are warning Michiganders to not expect that…
