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  1. A visit to Mackinac Island is a good idea any time of year.

    15 things to do during Mackinac Island’s off-season

    Did you know Mackinac Island is open year-round? From the annual Christmas Tree lighting to snowshoeing, here are some activities to enjoy in the off-season.
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    Take a ride through a ‘tunnel of terror’ car wash at these Michigan locations

    This October, select car washes across the US are transforming into haunted horror tunnels, and yes, your vehicle gets squeaky clean while you scream.
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    WATCH: It’s finally fall in Michigan

    It's finally fall in Michigan! Subscribe to all things The MichiGanja Report at the link in our bio for all things cannabis in Michigan.
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    WATCH: Mike Duggan’s SHADY campaign

    Did you know THIS about Mike Duggan's campaign for governor?
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    WATCH: Michigan passes one of the highest weed taxes in American

    Lawmakers say it’ll help fix the roads. Industry leaders say it could wreck the market.
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    WATCH: Detroit’s mayoral showdown: Sheffield v. Kinloch

    Detroiters will pick their next mayor in less than a month. Are you registered to vote? 👀
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    WATCH: Thousands of Michiganders are working without pay

    Here’s what Michiganders need to know about the federal government shutdown—and what to watch for this week.
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    Elissa Slotkin raises alarm over secret Trump-era terrorist group designation list

    US Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Holly) called a new policy enacted by President Donald Trump “unprecedented” and “straight out of an authoritarian playbook, where the President gets to play judge, jury and executioner."
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    5 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan

    It’s getting chilly out there, but Michigan’s cannabis headlines are still on fire.
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    Michigan’s weed laws: 7 things every stoner should know

    Is it legal to smoke weed in public in Michigan? Not exactly. Here’s a quick commuter guide to what’s actually allowed under state law.
  11. Monroe is the perfect place for Michigan ghost hunters, true believers, or otherwise.

    Monroe is the most haunted city in Michigan, & these 5 facts prove it

    Bring your inner ghost hunter to life with a visit to Monroe, the most haunted city in Michigan. 
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    MichiGanja in Review: This ‘coughless’ pipe might make me quit rolling joints

    Weedgets’ new Maze-X pipe cools, filters, and delivers a surprisingly smooth hit that even joint loyalists can appreciate. I might even ditch my rolling papers. 

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HISTORY

  1. In the mood to explore Michigan’s darker, more mysterious history? We’ve got you covered with seven unusual, odd, and downright eerie tidbits of Michigan lore that history textbooks leave out.

    7 creepy facts about Michigan they don’t teach you in school

    Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season with seven creepy (or simply unexplained) facts about Michigan that textbooks ignore. 
  2. The Great Michigan Pizza Funeral is just as delightfully bizarre as it sounds—and it might just make you reconsider your disposal methods next time the grocery store sends a recall alert.

    That one time in Michigan: When an official funeral was held for frozen pizzas

    The next time you’re forced to discard a recalled product, draw inspiration from one of Michigan’s most inventive pizza producers.
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    Great Lakes features mystery triangle blamed for disappearances. Is the legend true?

    Beware when heading out onto Lake Michigan—legend says ships are known to vanish in what's known as the Lake Michigan Triangle.
  4. hollywood and independent films have portrayed the collective efforts of working people on screen for years

    5 unsung films that dramatize America’s rich labor history

    Hollywood studios and independent producers have long depicted the collective efforts of working people to improve their lives and gain a voice in their workplaces and the larger society.
  5. the st clair has an impressive world record

    St. Clair: The storybook Michigan town with a surprising world record

    St. Clair, Michigan, not only exudes charm and offers plenty of adventures, but it also boasts an impressive world record.
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    The fascinating histories behind 6 Michigan roads

    Turns out, the roads we drive every day aren’t just pavement and paint—they’re pieces of Michigan’s ever-evolving history. Buckle up as we take you on a trip down six Michigan roads with names that tell the story of the state’s past.
  7. a black and white photo of two boats on the great lakes

    That one time in Michigan: When America’s only floating post office set sail

    Learn more about the J.W. Westcott II, aka America's only floating post office, which keeps Great Lakes freighters stocked with everything from mechanical parts to hamburgers.
  8. an old drug store is part of the history of the detroit area

    A historian’s guide to living history in and around Detroit

    You’ve studied Michigan history, but why not live it? Check out one historian’s guide to the best ways to bring history to life in Metro Detroit.

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