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MAP: 15 Michigan events this weekend
Plus: Detroit elects its first woman mayor Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, As the cold creeps into Michigan, our weekend events begin to ebb and flow. Nevertheless, there’s always something to do in the Mitten! This week’s highlights include a commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald in Detroit,…
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Michigan dispensary busted giving away free weed under a fake name
They thought nobody would notice. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, It’s been one of those weeks where the weed scene feels more like a TV show than an industry. There’s a dispensary under fire for giving away free weed under a fake name. Another owner was caught using a racial slur in a text.…
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26 quirky things to do in Kalamazoo
Plus: SNAP funding remains unclear, says AG Nessel Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Think you’ve seen everything Kalamazoo has to offer? Think again. From a “school” where alligators learn their names to a hidden garden where you can rent your own private hot tub, Kalamazoo’s got no shortage of offbeat adventures. Today, The ’Gander’s…
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New book explores how Mackinac Island became a tourist paradise
Plus: Election Day is tomorrow Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Mackinac Island is arguably Michigan’s most famous tourist destination, but how did it earn that title? Horse-drawn carriages, fudge-scented streets, and ferry rides across the Straits are part of what make Mackinac Island feel timeless. But as historian Frank Boles explores in his new…
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Why Michigan’s 10-cent beverage returns are on the decline
Plus: The best cider mills, according to readers Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Happy Halloween! I hope you have a scary good time. If you’re looking for something to do today or this weekend, I recommend checking out our map of events. Now, on to today’s story: When most people hear “Coney Island,” they…
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Big Tech’s next target: Michigan’s small towns
Plus: AG Nessel joins SNAP lawsuit Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, When people talk about the issues surrounding artificial intelligence these days, much of the conversation tends to focus on cheating in academia and job loss. But in some parts of Michigan, the conversation is getting a lot more personal. From Ann Arbor to…
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MAP: 19 Michigan events this Halloweekend
Plus: MI lawmakers try to save SNAP Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Does it get any better than Halloween landing on a Friday? I think not. Unsurprisingly, this week’s list features loads of Halloween celebrations taking place around the state. Other highlights include horse riding along Lake Michigan, a storytelling festival, and an anime…
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Cheetah Piss, Unicorn Poop, and 13 other Michigan strains you won’t believe are real
It’s time to re-up your stash of Michigan cannabis news. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, It’s clear the folks who are naming weed in our state deserve a raise—or maybe a wellness check. From Unicorn Poop to F#ck Around and Find Out, this week’s top story is all about the strangest, funniest, and filthiest…
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🍷 Your guide to Michigan wine
Plus: Northern MI cleans out its timber Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, When you think of Michigan’s culinary staples, there are probably a few things that come to mind, like Detroit-style pizza, Vernors pop, and pasties. But here’s something you might not know—our state is also home to a thriving, globally recognized wine scene.…
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SNAP pause threatens food security for Michiganders
Plus: MI International Speedway hosts Halloween light show Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, More than one million Michiganders could soon see their food assistance put on hold right before the holidays. The ongoing government shutdown has caused federal agencies to order a pause in November SNAP benefits, leaving families anxious about how they’ll put…
