Stories tagged: "holiday"

Michigan Life Kamora Shambley lights the first of seven candles during a celebration of the first day of Kwanzaa at the Martin Luther King Recreation Center Wednesday, December 26, 2018, in St. Paul, MN. (Photo By Jerry Holt/Star Tribune via Getty Images)
Michigan Life How Michiganders Are Celebrating Kwanzaa in 2020

The celebration—a week-long, pan-African holiday centered around fellowship and community—is open to all to observe.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain December 24, 2020 12:05 pm EST
Michigan Life Whether your holiday gifts will be distributed locally and shipped across the globe, consider buying your loved ones Michigan-made presents this year.
Michigan Life 16 Michigan-Made Holiday Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

From wine and spirits to self-pampering, we’ve got all the bases covered for spending the holidays at home.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain December 10, 2020 4:54 pm EST
Michigan Life The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is accepting donations to its annual "Stuff a Truck" toy drive.
Michigan Life The Michigan DNR Is Collecting Toy Donations Across the State. Here’s How You Can Pitch In.

The second annual 'Stuff-a-Truck' drive from the Michigan DNR is happening now through December 19. Here's how you can help.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer December 10, 2020 11:09 am EST
Economy If you're worried that holiday shopping could break the bank, follow these tips to keep everyone on your shopping list—and your wallet—happy this holiday season.
Economy Shopping Smart and Savoring the Season: Tips for Holiday Buying on a Budget in Michigan

Shopping for holiday gifts on a budget is always challenging, but there are plenty of practical ways to save money now that the season is here.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer December 9, 2020 11:15 am EST
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Family READ: Gov. Whitmer’s Tips for Keeping Michiganders Safe This Holiday Season

From shopping small to limiting large gatherings, these tips can help slow the spread of the coronavirus and keep local businesses going this season.

Associated Press Associated Press November 20, 2020 10:26 am EST

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In this Friday, June 26, 2020 photo, U.S. District Judge Laurie Michelson, left, administers the Oath of Citizenship to Hala Baqtar during a drive-thru naturalization service in a parking structure at the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services headquarters on Detroit's east side. The ceremony is a way to continue working as the federal courthouse is shut down due to Coronavirus. The U.S. has resumed swearing in new citizens but the oath ceremonies aren't the same because of COVID-19 and a budget crisis at the citizenship agency threatens to stall them again. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio) Immigration Biden’s Immigration Reforms Hit Home in Michigan, but the Work Isn’t Done
A finished clean room with stacked chairs in the science room at the Mildred Avenue K-8 School building in Boston's Mattapan, which were being cleaned for the reopening of school on July 9, 2020. Photo by David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) Education Here’s the Mess Betsy DeVos Left for Incoming Education Secretary Miguel Cardona
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Michigan Life Boats anchored in Lake Michigan water at Power Island in west grand traverse by near Traverse City, Michigan. (AP)
Michigan Life Your Guide to Safe Boating in Michigan Labor Day Weekend, With Maps

Boats anchored in Lake Michigan water at Power Island in west grand traverse by near Traverse City, Michigan

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer September 3, 2020 12:36 pm EDT
Michigan Life Children’s toys are scattered about as several small groups of people enjoy an overcast Monday afternoon at Kensington Metropark’s Martindale Beach. Shutterstock
Michigan Life Stay Safe and Soak up The Sun: Michigan Waterparks and Beaches Open for Labor Day 2020

Coronavirus hasn’t cancelled everything. With warm air still upon us, these select local and area waterparks and beaches are ready for some socially distant splashing. Pass the sunscreen. With only a few weeks remaining of summer there is plenty left to do to make the most out of the weather, and with Labor Day right...

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer September 2, 2020 11:31 am EDT