Despite overwhelming opposition, a data center in Saline Township could still get fast-tracked with no sworn testimony, no fact-finding, and no real public accountability.
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5 ways to embrace hygge in Michigan this winter
Get your cozy on during the snowy season with our roundup of hygge activities in Michigan.
That One Time in Michigan: When immigrant brothers turned frosting recipes into Faygo
Where did Michigan’s most iconic pop get its start? Take a trip down memory lane to learn more about Faygo—and don’t be surprised if you’re thirsty by the end!
Will northern lights shine again? When to see the aurora borealis
Here’s what to know about the northern lights forecast.
MAP: 15 Michigan events to check out this weekend (Nov. 7-9)
This week’s highlights include a commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald in Detroit, a women-centered arts festival, and holiday markets galore.
Celebrating Native American history. What to know in November
Here’s what to know this Native American Heritage Month.
Quirky Kalamazoo: 26 things to do that are off the beaten path
Attend alligator “school,” play with Legos, and rent your own personal Secret Garden hot tub! Discover unique things to do in Kalamazoo.
Upper Peninsula communities join forces to push back against Big Tech
From Keweenaw to Sault Ste. Marie, communities across the Upper Peninsula are working together as AI data centers and bitcoin mining operations threaten their way of life—and they’re encouraging others to join the fight.
New book shows how Mackinac Island became tourism gem
A new book explores how Mackinac Island and the surrounding Straits region became a hub for travelers from across the country.
Whitmer: Multi-billion-dollar Saline Township data center ‘largest investment in Michigan history’
Whitmer lauded the multi-billion dollar project, calling it the largest in Michigan history, with the facility expected to create 2,500 union construction jobs, alongside 450 permanent jobs on site and 1,500 more in the community.
Michigan’s 10-cent beverage bottle and can deposit program is on the decline. Here’s why.
Michigan’s so-called “Bottle Bill” once boasted redemption rates above 95%. But those rates have plummeted since the pandemic.
Michigan’s rural roadblocks mirror nationwide trends, new report shows
From health care access to housing shortages and farming roadblocks, a new report outlines problems and solutions for rural Michigan.
19 Michigan events to check out this weekend (Oct. 24-26)
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.
6 Michigan food halls with global eats for the whole family
Feeling hungry? Dig into unique flavors at these global food halls in Michigan.
9 Halloween costumes that only make sense in Michigan
Get started on the perfect Michigan-inspired Halloween costume with our roundup of strange, silly, and downright fun ideas.
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.
La Niña is coming, experts warn. Is lake-effect snow in Michigan’s forecast this winter?
NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center is calling for a warmer-than-normal, more mild fall in Michigan, but the return of La Niña could complicate the outlook for winter.
Michigan sees fewer Canadian visitors this year, bridge traffic in decline
So far this year, the United States has seen a large drop in Canadian visitors, and Michigan is no exception to the national trend.
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.
8 Michigan stereotypes that are actually pretty accurate
Take a lighthearted look at our quirks and peculiarities with a list of Michigan stereotypes that can’t be denied.
Celebrate the autumn equinox in Michigan at these 8 events
The autumn equinox is coming up, and Michigan is full of ways to enjoy it. Check out these autumnal activities across the Mitten.
Scholten leads Michigan Dems calling on Trump administration to restore solar energy funding
Following the Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to cancel funding for the federal Solar For All program, US Rep. Hillary Scholten (D-Grand Rapids) and her fellow Democratic House representatives are calling on EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin to reinstate more than $7 billion in terminated grants.
Michigan House Republican budget makes massive cuts to several state departments
The budget bill moved by the Republican-led Michigan House of Representatives on Tuesday would make massive cuts to state departments that oversee health and human services, labor and economic growth, environmental regulation and statewide law enforcement.
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.
Michigan leaders say Trump’s hatred of clean energy will hike utility bills, kill jobs
Clean energy advocates say President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” is raising utility costs, canceling solar projects, and putting Michigan’s clean energy future at risk.
Plan an autumn adventure at the best fall foliage campsites in Michigan
Campsites in Michigan are just as stunning during the off-season, when fall foliage and early winter snow add a natural sprinkle of magic.
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.
Empowering environmental stewardship: barn sanctuary champions compassion and conservation
Pollution stemming from agricultural runoff contributes to harmful algal blooms and expanding “dead zones,” jeopardizing ecosystems, water quality and public health.
19 Michigan events to check out this weekend (Aug. 15-17)
Pasties, car shows, and more.
Researchers studying why Michigan’s moose population isn’t growing
Researchers were once confident Michigan’s moose population could reach numbers in the thousands within 15 years. Since 2010, estimates are between 400 and 500.