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The secret money funding Michigan’s US Senate race
Inside: This week in Michigan politics Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, A major lobbying group is reportedly playing a significant role in Michigan’s US Senate race—but many voters may not realize it. As The ’Gander’s Kyle Kaminski reports, it’s all centered on fundraising tied to a Democratic candidate, and how support from outside groups…
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24 weekend events in Michigan you’ll want to check out
Inside: Food trucks, beer festivals, and art galore Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Get your taste buds ready because this weekend’s events include food and beer festivals across Michigan. We’ll also have a healthy helping of art and music if that’s more your style. As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you…
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Michigan’s new weed tax is failing exactly as predicted
Plus, Google reviews for dispensaries are a scam. I can prove it. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Our state lawmakers have been banking on Michigan’s new wholesale weed tax to help fix the damn roads. And for months, the industry has been saying that plan wouldn’t work out. Turns out, the industry was right.…
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That one time in Michigan an iconic ginger ale was born
Inside: Your chance to win a Vernors can lamp Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, A couple of weeks back, we launched a summer sweepstakes for a vintage Vernors can lamp. With that in mind, I wanted to bring some context as to why we’re so excited about this giveaway. When it comes to Michigan-made…
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7 haunting unsolved murders in Michigan
Plus: Gordie Howe Bridge ribbon cutting set for this week Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Today’s newsletter is for our true crime fans: From the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa to a string of child killings in the 1970s, some of Michigan’s most haunting murders remain unsolved decades later. These cold cases continue to raise…
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🏳️🌈 Your Michigan Summer Pride guide
Plus: Mackinac Island residents to vote on ferry authority Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, As AI use becomes increasingly common in classrooms, research is also showing that students who use AI are experiencing declines in critical thinking and creativity. Now, some Michigan teachers are turning back to handwritten assignments and other “old school” methods…
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3 consequential questions on Michigan’s ballot this November
Inside: This week in Michigan politics Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Michigan’s race for governor just got a little less crowded. Former Detroit mayor Mike Duggan has suspended his campaign, leaving Democrats and Republicans to battle it out in a more traditional contest. But whoever wins the election will have major consequences on the…
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30 weekend events in Michigan worth your time
Inside: Art fairs, beer festivals, Pride, and more Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, There is so much going on this weekend in Michigan that it should be considered a crime to stay inside, with festivals going down in every corner of the state. From Pride celebrations and art fairs to beer festivals, parades, powwows,…
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Do cannabis sleep gummies actually work?
Plus, a Michigan dispensary is giving away Electric Forest tickets. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, This week, I’ve got the results of a cannabis sleep gummy experiment, a THC-infused energy drink that nobody asked for but exists anyway, a chance to win some free Electric Forest tickets, and your weekly rundown of everything else…
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What $1,300 rent gets you across Michigan
Plus: Michigan’s ‘I Voted’ sticker contest finalists are here Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, The average rent in Michigan is about $1,379 a month, but what that money gets you depends entirely on where you live. In some cities, it might cover a small studio apartment, while in others, it can rent an entire…
