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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…
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🍯 This Michigan cafe specializes in honey
Plus: The federal shutdown hits SNAP Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Thanksgiving in Michigan hits a little different—the mashed potatoes, the gravy, the pumpkin pie…and, of course, watching the Lions. This year’s showdown against the Packers is shaping up to be one for the books, and whether you’re hosting family, friends, or a full-on…
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These Michigan lawmakers get a tax cut. You get a bill.
Plus: What is an oligarchy? Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, We spend a lot of time here calling out political BS, and this story is definitely up there among the most frustrating. Two of Michigan’s Republican congressmen who voted for President Donald Trump’s massive tax law are about to get a nice payday from…
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18 weekend events across Michigan
Plus: The federal shutdown hits MI programs Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Get ready for a spooky good time this weekend, as the fun times include a massive Halloween party in Grand Rapids, A haunted museum tour in northern Michigan, and much more. As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you know…
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Is there such a thing as too much weed?
The wild west of Michigan weed may be coming to an end. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, The cannabis industry has been flooring it for years. But lawmakers in Lansing just reached for the handbrake with new legislation that could effectively block new dispensaries and grow operations from getting licensed, as well as crack…
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Why nearly 3/4 of Michigan students aren’t ready for college
Plus: Another round of rain comes to MI Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Nearly three-quarters of Michigan high schoolers aren’t considered ready for college, new data shows, and experts say the problem goes far beyond test scores. From pandemic learning loss to decades of underfunding, read on to learn the mix of factors fueling…
