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Here’s what’s happening in Michigan this weekend (Dec. 19-21)
Our lineup includes a holiday market at the UP State Fairgrounds, a prehistoric winter celebration where dinosaurs come alive, and a last chance to check out several holiday celebrations across the state.
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AAA predicts record holiday travel. How to see if flights are delayed
Here’s a look at what you should know before heading to the airport.
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Michigan’s 7 most heartwarming news stories of 2025
It’s easy to get bogged down by sad news, but there are still heartwarming tales to unearth in Michigan. Here are 7 of our favorites from 2025.
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Michigan’s US Senate candidates weigh in on data centers and AI
We asked Michigan’s US Senate candidates about data centers and AI. Here’s what they said—in their own words.
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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!
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9 times ordinary Michiganders performed extraordinary acts of kindness in 2025
Get inspired by our 2025 roundup featuring Good Samaritans, generous neighbors, and kind kids.
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AI chatbots are spreading abortion misinformation to Michiganders—and lawmakers are fighting back
Cybersecurity experts and state lawmakers want to ensure that Michiganders have access to accurate abortion information online—even if that means pushing back against federal restrictions.
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Republicans vote to jack up health care costs for hundreds of thousands of Michiganders
One vote in the Republican-controlled US Senate is putting hundreds of thousands of Michiganders on track to pay more for health care—or lose it altogether.
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Here’s what’s happening in Michigan this weekend (Dec. 12-14)
Welcome to another edition of our hand-picked Michigan events for this weekend. Highlights include late-night shopping in Kalamazoo, a menorah lighting in Grand Rapids to kick off Chanukah, and much more. As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you know of an upcoming event you want me to highlight, send me a note here (please…
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The 12 best cut-your-own tree farms in Michigan
Whether you’re looking to cut down your perfect holiday tree or have someone else do the work for you, these tree farms in Michigan offer plenty of festive fun.
