Northern Michigan
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8 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
Here’s your weekly rundown from The MichiGanja Report:
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Bohnak vs. Rink: Fired weatherman faces healthcare provider in Michigan’s 109th District
Ex-weatherman Karl Bohnak is the first Republican lawmaker to hold this seat in decades. Anna Aho Rink, a licensed healthcare provider, wants to be the Democrat to take it back.
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That one time in Michigan: When Manistee claimed more millionaires than any other US city
Step back in time to an era of innovation in Manistee, where lumber and salt once ruled and millionaires were a dime a dozen.
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“I’m so proud that we stood up”: Upper Peninsula tribe halts data center plans after community pushback
Chippewa communities in the eastern Upper Peninsula are working together to keep data centers off tribal land—and they’re succeeding.
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Why Michigan is called the ‘Buckle of the Euchre Belt’ (+ what to know about the addictive card game)
Euchre is one of Michigan’s most popular card games, but why? Learn about the history of euchre in the Mitten, and how to try it for yourself!
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Your guide to taking action on No Kings Day in Michigan
A roundup of No Kings Day protests, marches, and rallies at the State Capitol and across Michigan on March 28th.
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2026 Michigan wildflower season: What to know & where to go
Spring is finally arriving in Michigan, and we have your guide on where to find the most beautiful Michigan wildflowers in season.
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17 can’t-miss weekend events in Michigan (Feb. 12-15)
Highlights include Valentine’s festivities across the state and free fishing without a license during Free Fishing Weekend.
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Keweenaw communities fight back as wealthy billionaires threaten their futures
Lexi Tater, founder of Keweenaw Against the Oligarchy (KATO), explains how she and her classmates at Michigan Technological University are working to empower rural communities in the Upper Peninsula as plans for data center development threaten their futures.
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Meal kit delivery in Michigan: 11 best local (& healthy!) options
Whether you’re in need of quick breakfast, lunch, or dinner options, these Michigan meal kit delivery services are made to order.

























