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What does authoritarianism look like?
Plus: Tigers force Game 5 against Mariners Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, We’ve been extensively covering the damage that the Trump administration’s policies have caused in Michigan—from losses to medical coverage, more expensive groceries, and much more. But if you’ve read some recent op-eds written by two Michigan Republicans, you might’ve been sold a…
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17 things to do in Michigan this weekend
Plus: Gov. Whitmer signs the state budget Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, It’s finally starting to feel like fall! The air’s crisp, the sweaters are out, and the sudden dip in temperature makes a warm cider sound amazing. This week’s lineup has plenty of ways to embrace the season, including a festival where you…
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Michigan-made film exposes the dark side of cannabis
Fresh drops, big truths, and a new documentary you won’t want to miss. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Michigan’s weed scene isn’t always sunshine and sativa. This week, we’ve got a story about a Detroit filmmaker peeling back the glossy surface to reveal what really happens behind the curtain—while politicians, police, and cannabis companies…
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9 Halloween costumes only Michiganders understand
Plus: How Michiganders give back to their communities Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, It’s been a whirlwind week in the news, so I wanted to bring you a couple of lighter features to close out your Friday. First up, one of the best parts of Halloween is those “deep cut” costumes—ones that make perfect…
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Michigan lawmakers bank on weed tax to fill potholes
How many joints must Michiganders spark to smooth out I-96? Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, This week, we’re talking pot for potholes. Lawmakers in Lansing are advancing a hefty new marijuana tax to help bankroll road repairs, and it’s got industry leaders buzzing. On top of that, I’ve got a fresh batch of cannabis…
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🍁 The ’Gander’s love letter to fall
Inside: Pumpkin heads, cider mills, and leaf peeping Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, This month, I’ve felt like all the news and social media I’ve consumed has taken a toll on me—and I’m probably not the only Michigander who feels that way. Research shows how the world’s constant onslaught of news and social media…
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7 creepy Michigan facts they don’t teach you in school
Plus: Police catch a crocodile in Bay County Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, As Halloween creeps closer, it’s the perfect time to explore the darker side of Michigan’s history. Although they don’t teach you these things at school, our state has more than its fair share of eerie lore. Luckily, the ’Gander’s Sophie Boudreau…
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Is Michigan’s best weed really growing in an old horse barn?
Plus, a smoke session with Penny the truck-eating bridge. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, I’ve been out chasing stories again—and this week’s haul is heavy. Last week, I stopped by an old horse barn that’s secretly one of Michigan’s tastiest grow operations. I’ve also got a fresh batch of headlines that includes a controversial…
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7 haunted cemeteries in Michigan you can visit
Plus: Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, With Monday marking the official start of fall, I figured it was high time we fully leaned into everything the season has to offer. While for most, that means the classics we’ve already covered, like leaf peeping and fall festivals, I’ve always gotten more excited about the spookier…
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Terpenes > THC
Everyone’s been shopping wrong. The number printed on the jar doesn’t decide your high. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Welcome back to your weekly field guide to the Great Lakes weed life. This week, we’ve got a fat stash of marijuana-related headlines from across the state, a closer look at a new cannabis-infused lemonade,…
