Affordability
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I took my 5 kids to their first Michigan rodeo & it was unforgettable
Planning a visit to the Great Lakes Rodeo—held every Father’s Day weekend in the small town of Gwinn, MI, just outside of Marquette—means you and your family can experience the excitement of a rodeo (honestly, I was blown away) along with the natural wonders, restaurants, and beauty that Michigan’s UP has to offer.
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Get free health screenings at Flint’s Wellness Wednesday
The Wellness Wednesday initiative will transform the Clio Road Community Service Center into a weekly health resource hub, offering free health screenings and expert consultations to Flint residents.
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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.
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Rental application fees would be capped at $25 under legislation considered by Michigan senators
Legislation to ban landlords from imposing any fees that are not reasonable, while also capping rental application fees at $25, is being considered in the Michigan Senate.
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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.
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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.
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House GOP fast-tracks budget bill that would cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood
Abortion is already excluded from coverage—the new bill is going after all health care services the clinics provide for low-income Americans.
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What happens when Congress slashes Medicaid? Ask a Michigan mom.
Republican lawmakers say they’re trimming the fat. But Michigan moms say Medicaid cuts could put their families at risk, close hospitals, and leave thousands without care.
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You’re paying taxes today—but are billionaires and big corporations dodging theirs?
Congress is prioritizing the ultra-wealthy and corporate greed over everyday American people this tax season. Now, community organizations across the US are fighting back—here’s how you can get involved.
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Trump’s latest auto tariffs explained: What car buyers should know this year
President Donald Trump’s 25% tax on imported cars, light trucks and auto parts is likely to drive up prices at a time when many Americans already struggle to afford a new set of wheels. The tariffs will also force car companies to rethink what cars they make and where they make them.
