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5 things you need to know from Whitmer’s State of the State address
Plus: Do you think the Lions will make it to the big game? Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her sixth State of the State address this week. The annual speech is a chance for the governor to outline wins from last year while laying out her priorities for the year…
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How after-school programs are changing the lives of Michigan students
Plus: Lions fans broke a record this past weekend. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Are you one of the 48% of US adults who resolved to get fit in the new year? One of the top Google searches at the end of 2023 was for Pilates studios in Detroit—and who are we to stand…
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Michigan’s can’t-miss festivals, shows, and events in 2024
Plus: Get your ice melt ready, snow is on the way. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, It’s been an odd winter so far here in the Mitten, with a lot of us complaining about the lack of snow. Well, it seems Mother Nature has been listening, and she’s bringing the goods—with a vengeance. I’ll…
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Michigan lawmaker supports death penalty for gay people
Plus: MI man faces felony charges for…mPerks points theft. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Vacations aren’t just for the summer. There are plenty of places for a weekend away in the Mitten during the winter time. Best of all, a lot of them offer discounts during this season. Lucky for you, in today’s newsletter…
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19 ways to enjoy a Michigan winter
Plus: What happens when voters put Democrats in charge of a state government? Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Winter has just begun in the Mitten and so far the weather has been… kind of strange, right? December has definitely been out of the norm when it comes to snow, but I’ve lived in Michigan…
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Meet 10 local bands playing in the Mitten on New Year’s Eve
Plus: This MI city is banning leaf blowers. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, We’re just a week-and-change away from 2024. If you want to kick up your heels to celebrate (or shake off) the past year, we’ve got a dance-ready list of local bands playing NYE gigs in the Mitten down below. 💃🏽 Plus:…
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10 holiday movies filmed in Michigan that will have you feeling festive
Plus: 700K Michigan families will get tax credit checks in February. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, During these cold December days, not much beats the comfort of settling in with a holiday movie. But we often default to watching the same movies over and over each year. That’s why, for this week’s newsletter, we’re…
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7 must-see Michigan holiday light displays
Plus: Why MI farmers are calling for more protections against chemical contaminants. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Did you know Christmas trees are a big deal in Michigan? In fact, the state ranks third in the nation for the number of Christmas trees harvested every year. Earlier this month, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer even proclaimed…
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14 Michigan small towns to spend a winter’s day
Plus: MI’s new reproductive healthcare laws explained. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Welcome to December! The change of seasons can be jarring—but it doesn’t have to be bad. In today’s newsletter, we’ve got ideas for embracing winter in Michigan while also keeping seasonal affective disorder at bay. Plus, if you’ve been following the news…
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That one time in Michigan when we created Little Bavaria
The story of Frankenmuth, from Zhender’s to Christmastown, USA. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, With Thanksgiving behind us, many people around the state are already in full-on holiday mode, putting up lights and their Christmas trees. And here in Michigan, there’s one place in particular that’s synonymous with the holiday—Frankenmuth. But beyond having such…
