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Michigan is the last state without a septic code. Could that change?
Plus: The groundhog has spoken Share with a friend How we’re reporting on immigration right now Immigration has become one of the most closely watched and emotionally charged issues in the country since President Trump returned to office. We’ve seen an increase in ICE raids, legal battles, protests in Michigan and across the US, and…
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Will this machine revolutionize Michigan’s bottle returns?
Plus: Your winter survival tips for newcomers Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, A few months back, we shared news of a study that found Michigan’s once-famous bottle and can deposit redemption rates had declined sharply since the coronavirus pandemic. And it became one of the most talked-about topics we’ve ever had in this newsletter.…
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Michigan tribal leaders sound alarm over racial profiling by ICE
Inside: This week in Michigan politics Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Right now in Michigan, Native Americans are being warned to carry ID just to prove they belong here, even though they’re US citizens, living on their own ancestral land. That’s because tribal leaders say immigration agents are stepping up activity in northern Michigan,…
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13 Michigan weekend events to make winter worthwhile
Inside: Winter festivals, spicy food, and more Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, We might still be in the throes of winter, but at least things are warming up, relatively speaking. And this weekend, there are plenty of ways to embrace the chill. Our picks include an auto show in Grand Rapids, festivals highlighting Michigan’s…
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Does the name on your weed actually matter?
I went behind the scenes at a Michigan grow operation to find out. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, It’s a weird time for Michigan’s recreational cannabis industry. Weed is cheaper than ever, some of the state’s biggest companies are quietly disappearing, newer ones are fighting to be noticed, and the industry keeps asking stoners…
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The best local meal kit services in Michigan
Plus: Gov. Whitmer announces father’s death Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Every family knows that deciding what to eat for dinner is one of the hardest decisions of the day. Wouldn’t it be nice if someone streamlined that choice for you? A few years back, my wife and I trialed some of those online…
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No on DHS funding, Michigan senators say
Plus: Give us your winter survival tips Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, I can’t be the only Michigander experiencing whiplash right now. Trump administration officials say Saturday’s killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis was justified because he was carrying a gun. But I seem to remember when President Donald Trump praised armed protesters who…
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9 Michigan world records you might not know about
Plus: School cellphone ban heads to Whitmer for signature Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, There’s no other way to put it, today’s cold is on another level. While this newsletter is often focused on encouraging everyone to get outside and make the most of Michigan, even in the wintertime, today is the exception. Stay…
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🤧 Here’s what happens when the federal government ignores science
Inside: This week in Michigan politics Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Michigan is getting slammed by one of the worst flu seasons in years, and hospitals are nearing capacity. At the same time, the Trump administration quietly changed federal vaccine guidance in a way public health experts warn could mean fewer kids get vaccinated,…
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10 weekend events across Michigan
Inside: Winter festivals, spicy food, and more Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, This weekend’s weather might not be the most ideal for outdoor activities. But if you’re feeling brave, there’s still plenty to do across Michigan. Highlights include a massive Finnish winter festival in the UP, a spicy food festival in Grand Rapids, and…
