Entertainment
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It’s the only Great Lake entirely within US. 10 things to know about Lake Michigan
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.
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Fragrant lilacs bloom on Mackinac Island. When you can celebrate in 2025
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.
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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.
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The ultimate guide to backpacking in Michigan
Check out our tips for beginners and experts alike to get you started on backpacking in Michigan this summer.
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Summer safety on the water: Livingston County PFAS foam alert
Michigan health officials warn of PFAS-contaminated foam on waterways as summer approaches. Learn the risks and how to protect your family.
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2025 Pride: Michigan’s 10 biggest festivals & events
Here’s your guide to Michigan’s 2025 Pride events happening all month long (and beyond!).
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Michigan lawmakers renew bipartisan push for Taylor Swift-inspired ticket bot bills
Michigan House lawmakers are trying again to make sure the game isn’t rigged for ticket buyers with reintroduced bills to ban the use of software or bot programs to scalp online tickets and purchase them in large quantities.
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Trump administration under fire for weakening PFAS standards
Following an announcement from the Environmental Protection Agency bringing an end to regulations on multiple types of PFAS in drinking water, members of the Great Lakes PFAS Action Network are speaking out, warning the decision could threaten the safety and health of millions of people across the nation.
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Binge-watch the 11 best movies set in Michigan
From thrillers to romantic dramas to action flicks, here are some of the best movies set in Michigan to enjoy on your next movie night!
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Great Lakes’ $7 billion fishing industry may get a reprieve from the great carp invasion after all
A stalemate between President Donald Trump and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker that threatened a $1.2 billion plan to keep invasive carp from reaching the Great Lakes appears to have been settled.
