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I’m taking a holiday smoke break 💨
A joint by the state Christmas tree? Yes please {if profile.vars.rh_reflink_10} Share with a friend {else} Share with a friend {/if} Merry Christmas, Michiganders. Before I unplug for a couple days, I just wanted to say thank you—for reading, sharing, replying, and generally making The MichiGanja Report one of the most enjoyable parts of my…
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10 small towns in the UP that are magical in the winter
Inside: Frozen lighthouses, rustic snow-covered trails, and more Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, If you’re looking for winter adventures in Michigan, there’s arguably no better place to visit than our Upper Peninsula. That’s something that The ’Gander’s Chaunie Brusie learned first-hand recently, after visiting the area for the first time in her life. From…
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🐈 Michigan cougar kittens spotted once again
Plus: Lawmakers try to regulate data center water usage Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Last spring, two tiny cougar cubs quietly made history in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, and then seemed to vanish. Now, new winter footage confirms they’re still roaming the woods, alongside an adult. Read on for the latest in this historic sighting.…
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Michigan’s 7 most heartwarming news stories of 2025
Plus: Why this city is putting cameras on school bus stop signs Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, It’s been a heavy year for headlines, but Michiganders still delivered plenty of moments worth smiling about. From small acts of kindness to big-hearted gestures that went viral, The ’Gander’s Sophie Boudreau has rounded up seven heartwarming…
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16 events this weekend in Michigan
Inside: Holiday markets, dinosaurs, and last-chance events Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Here’s your rundown of hand-picked Michigan events for this weekend. Our lineup includes a holiday market at the UP State Fairgrounds, a prehistoric winter celebration where dinosaurs come alive, and a last chance to check out several holiday celebrations across the state.…
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What do Trump’s weed plans mean for Michigan stoners?
It’s time to re-up your stash of Michigan cannabis news. {if profile.vars.rh_reflink_10} Share with a friend {else} Share with a friend {/if} Fellow Michigander, It’s been a weird week in weed. The feds are making noise about cannabis reform, Michigan cannabis prices are at one of their lowest points on record, industry groups are gearing…
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The 8 cheapest Michigan cities for renters
Plus: Ford backpedals on EVs Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Rent hunting is pretty much always a stressful experience, with the most anxiety-inducing prospect likely to be the price tag on your new lease. Because experts agree that winter is generally the best season for renting if you’re trying to get the best deal,…
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Gun violence may raise heart attack risk, Michigan study shows
Plus: Would you support a data center in your community? Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, It’s easy to understand that any act of gun violence takes an immediate toll on the community where it happens: Death, injuries, and mental trauma, to name just a few. But a recently released study from the University of…
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A Michigan man died of rabies after a kidney transplant. Here’s what happened.
Plus: 12 best cut-your-own tree farms in Michigan Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, I’m willing to bet you’ve never read anything like this: a Michigan man died of rabies after receiving a kidney transplant from a donor who was unknowingly infected. It’s a case so rare it triggered a multistate CDC investigation. Today, we’ll…
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Map: 11 Michigan events this weekend
Inside: Late-night shopping, Chanukah lighting, and more Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Welcome to another edition of our hand-picked Michigan events for this weekend. Highlights include late-night shopping in Kalamazoo, a menorah lighting in Grand Rapids to kick off Chanukah, and much more. As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you know…
