Community - The Gander

Jun 2025 9

11 fantastic Fourth of July fireworks shows in Michigan

By Chaunie Brusie | THINGS TO DO, COMMUNITY, Chaunie Brusie

Head to one of these impressive Fourth of July fireworks shows across Michigan for some festive fun.

A Fourth of July fireworks show in Michigan

Jun 2025 5

Out of the 103 state parks in Michigan, here are the top 10

By Chaunie Brusie | NATURE, EVERGREEN, Chaunie Brusie

Get to know the best state parks in Michigan, which offer an abundance of nature-based activities, from hiking and wildlife viewing to beaches and biking.

Jun 2025 4

It’s the only Great Lake entirely within US. 10 things to know about Lake Michigan

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect | LOCAL HISTORY, EVERGREEN, USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

Lake Michigan, the only one of the five Great Lakes entirely within the United States, spans the western coast of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, providing state residents with fantastic beaches to explore, but there are other fascinating and fun facts about Lake Michigan.

Jun 2025 4

Fragrant lilacs bloom on Mackinac Island. When you can celebrate in 2025

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect | LOCAL CULTURE, COMMUNITY, USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

With its famous lilacs in bloom, Mackinac Island is preparing to welcome visitors for 10 days celebrating the fragrant flowers that grow throughout the downtown area. The Mackinac Island Lilac Festival is set for June 6-15; it’s the largest and most historic festival on Mackinac Island, according to the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau.

Jun 2025 3

Feds pause operations at 3 Michigan Job Corps centers as part of nationwide move

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect | MONEY AND JOBS, COMMUNITY, USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

The federal government began pausing operations late last week at dozens of Job Corps centers across the country, including three in Michigan. The "phased pause" by the U.S. Department of Labor started May 29 after an internal review of the program, according to a news release.

Jun 2025 3

No license needed. How to fish for free in Michigan this week

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect | NATURE, COMMUNITY, USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

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.

family enjoying michigan's free fishing weekend

Jun 2025 3

Crime victim service nonprofits in Michigan sound alarm for decreases in federal funding

By Michigan Advance | NATIONAL POLITICS, POLITICS, Michigan Advance

Groups that provide crime victims access to emergency shelter, counseling, food assistance and more are at risk of closing as federal funding for victim services has been on a steady decline in recent years.