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How Michigan is trying to stop the box tree moth
Boxwood shrubs are popular in Michigan and have thrived in the US Until 2021, when the box tree moth was discovered in New York, prompting a quarantine issued by the state Department of Agriculture and Rural Development on the movement of infested boxwood shrub plants to prevent harm to other plants.
Years after high water crisis, lax policies leave Michigan coast vulnerable
For the first decade, the erosion caused by waves wearing away at beaches and dunes in annual cycles was manageable. Then the water started rising.
Wayne County judge halts plan to dump Manhattan Project radioactive waste in Van Buren Township
A Wayne County judge has blocked radioactive waste leftover from the Manhattan Project from being dumped at a Van Buren Township landfill.
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.
5 notorious true crime cases that happened in Michigan
Explore the darker side of our state’s history with a disturbing deep dive into five famous true crime cases that happened on Michigan soil.
This is your sign to head to Michigan beaches & hear the singing sand
Several Michigan beaches are home to “singing sand,” and while several legends attribute the noise to ghostly causes, there’s a perfectly logical explanation.
11 of the best public splash pads in Michigan
Check out our list of the best public splash pads in Michigan, including free options and the largest splash pad in the state!
The 15 best waterfront restaurants in Michigan, according to locals
The best waterfront restaurants in Michigan are the ones the locals love—here are the hidden gems we found, plus some beloved favorites.
7 books by Michigan authors to add to your summer reading list
Working on your TBR list for the summer? Incorporate the Mitten State into your seasonal reads with our roundup of compelling books by Michigan authors.
Top picks: 6 Michigan cannabis concentrates worth melting into this summer
Looking for something fresh to dab this summer? Need to stock up for 710? These award-winning concentrates are packed with terpenes and pure Michigan pride.
Michigan’s fight against Lake Erie pollution didn’t work. What happens next?
Michigan and its neighbors have missed a 2025 deadline to curb the farm pollution that feeds toxic algal blooms in western Lake Erie, despite 10 years of work and millions of dollars spent on the effort.
Michigan black bears move south
Around 80% of Michigan’s bear population is found in the Upper Peninsula But the DNR has found a 37% increase in the number of bears in the Lower Peninsula since 2012.
9 of Michigan’s best beaches, according to you
If the recent heatwave has made you crave a swim in cool waters or has sparked an urge to get a tan, look no further than these beaches in the Mitten State.
Pints with a purpose: 7 Michigan breweries that give back
Raise a glass to generosity when you stop for a beer (or two) at these charitable Michigan breweries.
6 strange & spectacular homes in Michigan that were featured on HGTV
Need an excuse to watch more HGTV? Flip on the television and check out six HGTV programs that feature houses or properties in Michigan.
15 Michigan events to check out this weekend (June 27-29)
Welcome to your guide of what to do in Michigan this weekend. This week’s highlights include a taco festival out west, several Pride festivals, and a Detroit-area fireworks show you don’t want to miss.
Flint nurse reveals how cutting Medicaid would ‘stress an already stressed system’
Rachel Chapin of Fenton says that cutting Medicaid will push hospitals and staff across the state to their breaking point.
Airborne adventure awaits on the 8 best ziplines in Michigan
Buckle your helmet and explore these family-friendly ziplines in Michigan that will have you zooming through the treetops in no time.
6 of the most affordable places to live in Michigan in 2025
Want to put down roots in the Mitten? Take a look at our roundup of some of the cheapest places to live in Michigan and discover your new hometown.
Dive into StoryWalk this summer in Downtown Howell
Explore the interactive StoryWalk all summer long in Downtown Howell! Free family adventure combines reading, local businesses, and outdoor fun.
Flint, Michigan’s journey to clean water: What you need to know
EPA lifts emergency order on Flint’s water system after 8 years of compliance with federal lead standards and $100M in infrastructure upgrades.
No license needed. How to fish for free in Michigan this week
Grab your fishing rods, sandwiches and, maybe, a few friends for a weekend of free fishing, as Michigan celebrates its second free fishing weekend this year by waiving the need for fishing licenses for two days.
Glowing rocks in Michigan? What to know about ‘Yooperlites’
Here’s what to know about the rock that is found in the Upper Peninsula along Lake Superior.
2025 Pride: Michigan’s 10 biggest festivals & events
Here’s your guide to Michigan’s 2025 Pride events happening all month long (and beyond!).
5 adult summer camps in Michigan that will leave you wanting s’more
Load your trunk with bug spray, head to the arts and crafts cabin, and relive your childhood glory days at these adult summer camps in Michigan.
15 Michigan-made swaps for everyday essentials
From your morning cup of coffee to laundry detergent to luxury hair care, we rounded up 15 Michigan-made products to swap into your household.
State continues to support restoration of iconic lighthouses
A report from the Michigan Lighthouse Assistance Program said more than $2.9 million in matching grants has been awarded since the program began in 2000, benefitting dozens of preservation projects across the state.
New Michigan law is a ray of sunlight amidst Trump’s attacks on reproductive rights
For nearly 40 years, a state law outlawed Michigan families from expanding their families through surrogacy—until now.
A historian explores Michigan’s secret bootlegging empire
Want to learn about Michigan’s secret and spirited past? Here, a historian and U of M grad explores the state’s history as a bootlegging center.