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  • That one time in Michigan when we created Little Bavaria

    The story of Frankenmuth, from Zhender’s to Christmastown, USA. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, With Thanksgiving behind us, many people around the state are already in full-on holiday mode, putting up lights and their Christmas trees. And here in Michigan, there’s one place in particular that’s synonymous with the holiday—Frankenmuth. But beyond having such…


  • Skip Black Friday and support local Michigan businesses this weekend

    Plus: Keep MI beautiful while shopping at these local businesses. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, It’s hard for small businesses to compete with big box stores—especially on Black Friday. Yet many Michiganders want to support their local shops, while keeping their dollars in their communities. The solution? Small Business Saturday. That’s why this week,…


  • That one time in Michigan when we did … what at Thanksgiving?

    Exploring the history and traditions of Thanksgiving in the Mitten. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Happy Thanksgiving week! It’s one of my very favorite times of the year, and I’m grateful that I can spend some of it with you, here, talking about our Mitten State. Today’s trip down memory lane starts in the…