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Marche du Nain Rouge 2026: Detroit’s quirky festival celebrating a mythical red dwarf
Dress up in your quirkiest costumes and venture out to find the infamous Nain Rouge, who has kept Detroiters on their toes for generations.
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Michigan blacksmith combines candy & craftsmanship in unique business
Meet Randy Haas, a professional blacksmith who has combined his skills and love of sweets into a brand-new candy-making business, where he’s known as “The Sugarsmith.”
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The Michigan museums my kids have enjoyed the most
My five children and I love visiting the many museums Michigan has to offer. Here are our favorite Michigan museums—and bonus, some even have free admission!
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Pączki Day: Why Mardi Gras in Michigan means Polish pastry
Eating pączki the Tuesday before Lent is a Michigan tradition–but why? Read to find out—and learn where to get some pączki for yourself this year.
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It’s 2026 and you’re uninsured. Now what?
Health policy changes in Washington will ripple through the country, resulting in millions of Americans losing their Medicaid or Affordable Care Act coverage and becoming uninsured. But there are still ways to find care.
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Meal kit delivery in Michigan: 11 best local (& healthy!) options
Whether you’re in need of quick breakfast, lunch, or dinner options, these Michigan meal kit delivery services are made to order.
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Michigan lawmaker wants to block utility rate increases
New state legislation aims to slow how often utility companies can request rate increases as Michigan’s electricity costs climb faster than most of the country.
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This ballot proposal takes aim at DTE and dark money in Michigan politics
A new petition called Mop Up Michigan wants to give Michigan voters the chance to ban political donations from DTE, Consumers Energy, and other monopoly corporations—and expose dark money along the way.
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Michigan’s best spring & summer festivals preview
Mark your calendars for these 19 can’t-miss spring and summer 2026 festivals in Michigan.
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15 last-minute Michigan-made gifts to shop in the Mitten
Shop small with Michigan-made gifts that will still arrive in plenty of time for the holidays! P.S., we’re grabbing candied bourbon pecans!
