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  • Why this unassuming Grand Rapids park is special

    Plus: See if your car was tracked by Flock Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, You might not expect one of Michigan’s most important forests to be hiding in the middle of a busy Grand Rapids neighborhood. But researchers have discovered that Ken-O-Sha Park is home to an unusually high-quality forest, filled with hundreds of…


  • What to know about the northern MI mass shooting

    Plus: Wildfire smoke leads to billions in losses Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, A northern Michigan community is reeling after a deadly shooting spree left five people dead and a 13-year-old girl critically wounded. The girl was able to call 911 and identify the suspected shooter, who was later found dead. Today, we’re bringing…


  • What to know about Michigan’s wildest river tradition

    Plus: Your worst tick stories Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, This weekend, The St. Clair River will become the setting for one of Michigan’s wildest summer traditions. Thousands of people are expected to take part in the annual Float Down, drifting from Port Huron to Marysville on everything from kayaks to giant swans and…


  • 18 weekend events in Michigan

    Inside: Good food, classic cars, and much more Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Michigan is bringing car culture, good food, and good times this weekend. This week’s highlights include the famous Woodward Dream Cruise in Metro Detroit, events celebrating African and Caribbean culture, a cheeseburger festival, a chance to meet social media stars Josh…


  • Please, don’t go looking for this MI snake

    Plus: A new food threat emerges Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Despite the odds of ever encountering one are incredibly slim, Michigan’s only venomous native snake is now getting a little too much attention after a recent bite at a state park. Officials with the state Department of Natural Resources are now noticing more…


  • Why ticks are getting worse in Michigan

    Plus: A2 to vote on city-owned power utility Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, You’re not imagining things. Researchers have confirmed that ticks are now showing up in more places across Michigan, meaning a walk through the woods isn’t the only time you need to keep an eye out for them. Experts say multiple factors…


  • Get to know 10 family-owned dairy farms in Michigan

    Plus: Salad is safe to eat again! Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Michigan’s dairy farms have been a cornerstone of the state’s agricultural heritage for generations, but increasing operating costs mean family-owned operations are becoming increasingly rare. Even as the number of dairy farms continues to shrink, many Michigan families are preserving the tradition…


  • 20 weekend events in Michigan you won’t want to miss

    Inside: Jazz and blues, art fairs, craft beer, and more Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, It might be August, but summer isn’t slowing down yet with loads of events happening across the state this weekend. Highlights include jazz and blues festivals, art fairs, and celebrations dedicated to everything from Italian heritage to craft beer,…


  • Races to watch in today’s Michigan primary

    Plus: Last-minute voting tips Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, It’s officially primary election day here in Michigan!  Several high-profile races are on the ballot today, including competitive primaries for US Senate, governor, Congress, and the state Legislature, all with major implications for the state’s future. Today, we’re bringing you up to speed on the…


  • What to know about microvolunteering in MI

    Plus: Michigan AG sues nursing home operator Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, As we do our civic duty and vote during election season, many of us feel inspired to give back to our communities in other ways, too. Unfortunately, between work, family, and everyday life, finding time for another commitment isn’t always easy. That’s…