That one time in Michigan: When we got our state flag
Ever wondered what everything on Michigan's flag means?
Feb
2024
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History
Jan
2024
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On this day in 1959: Ground broken on Detroit freeway that helped destroy a Black neighborhood
On Jan. 30, 1959, Detroit government officials broke ground on a federal interstate, I-375, that was the last leg in an urban renewal effort that eliminated a portion of an historic Motor City Black community.
Jan
2024
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Michigan congresswomen pitch $200M plan to map unexplored depths of the Great Lakes
US Reps. Debbie Dingell and Lisa McClain introduced legislation that would map out the lake beds of the Great Lakes—and maybe find an undiscovered shipwreck.
Jan
2024
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That one time in Michigan: When we marched with MLK
Before the March on Washington, there was the Walk to Freedom.
Dec
2023
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That one time in Michigan: When we built the Soo Locks
How Michigan's oldest settlement became a transportation hub.
Nov
2023
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That one time in Michigan: When we created Little Bavaria
The story of Frankenmuth. With Thanksgiving behind us, many people around the state are already in full-on holiday mode, putting up lights and their Christmas trees. And here in Michigan, there's one place in particular that's synonymous with the...
Aug
2023
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22 unique Michigan city names and the stories behind them
Ready to brush up on your Michigan etymology? Here are some of Michigan’s most unusual names, what they mean, and where they came from.
Jun
2023
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The surprising history behind these 7 Michigan college mascots
Whether they’re being goofy on the field or inspiring loyalty to our team, college mascots have, er, big shoes to fill. But how are these powerful symbols created?
Jun
2023
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From Escanaba to 8 Mile: Here are 16 works filmed or set in Michigan
From movies to video games, here’s a glimpse of our favorite cultural pieces that were set or filmed in Michigan.
May
2023
30
9 of Traverse City’s most historic buildings—and the stories they tell
Today they’re hip breweries and luxury living spaces, but once upon a time they were candy factories and hospitals. These are the real origin stories of some of Traverse City’s most storied buildings.
