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Why Mardi Gras in Michigan means pączki
Plus: HGTV pulls Michigan native’s show after racial slur Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, If you’ve walked into a Michigan grocery store lately, you’ve probably noticed the signs: Place your pączki orders before Feb. 17. And if you’re anything like The ’Gander’s Ellery Weil, Fat Tuesday isn’t complete without having eaten at least one…
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Report: ICE contractors fund Mike Rogers’ US Senate campaign in Michigan
Inside: This week in Michigan politics Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Take a peek into a Michigan classroom and you might be shocked to learn that at least one in 20 people leading instruction doesn’t have a teaching certificate. That’s the new reality uncovered by a recently released study. And as The ’Gander’s political…
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17 weekend events in Michigan
Inside: Winterfests, Valentine’s parties, and free fishing Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Up North is the place to be this weekend with multiple winter festivals across the region. Other highlights include Valentine’s festivities across the state and free fishing without a license during Free Fishing Weekend. As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions!…
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A Michigan stoner’s guide to a higher Valentine’s Day
Roses are red. Your Valentine might want weed instead. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Michigan’s weed scene never takes a week off. This week’s edition has some Valentine’s Day gift ideas, big dispensary moves, practical health advice, and a few stash-friendly deals that are worth knowing about before the weekend. Spark something and settle…
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13 notable stops along Michigan’s Underground Railroad
Plus: Ford worker who heckled Trump keeps job Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, For many enslaved people during the 19th century, Michigan symbolized escape. As the last leg of the Underground Railroad, the hundreds of stops within the state brought them one step closer to reaching legal freedom in Canada. Many of those stops…
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Why rural Michiganders are reluctant to drive EVs
Plus: Do you support restricting kids’ social media use? Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, A new report finds that only about 5% of rural Michiganders would be willing to pick an electric vehicle as their next car. And while the report found some of their reasoning was grounded in misinformation, they also found genuine…
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Is it legal to own a tank in Michigan?
Plus: Your thoughts on license plate cameras Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, The Winter Olympics officially kick off today! 🥇 If you’re like me, the next couple of weeks will involve at least one TV in the house locked onto the Games 24/7. With that in mind, this morning’s a perfect time to catch…
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📱 A big change is coming to Michigan classrooms
Inside: This week in Michigan politics Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, It’s rare these days to see lawmakers from both sides of the aisle agree on an issue so easily. So when it happens, it’s worth keeping an eye on. Here in Michigan, a bipartisan deal to limit students’ cell phone use during class…
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16 events this weekend in Michigan
Inside: Ice sculptures, chili, and a chocolate walk Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Ice sculptures are big this weekend in Michigan, with multiple competitions across the state. Other highlights include a major snowmobile race in the UP, a women’s expo in our capital city, and a Lunar New Year celebration in Detroit. As always,…
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Michigan stoners all follow these rules (even if they won’t admit it)
We finally wrote them down—plus a Reddit-famous dispensary and a giant joint. Share with a friend Fellow Michigander, Michigan’s weed scene moves fast. New brands pop up, prices bounce around, and every week there’s a new “must-try” product or controversy making the rounds online. This edition is a little mix of it all: a crash…
