State News
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Pine River Middle School English teacher wins the ‘Oscar of Teaching’ award
After being named the 2025-26 Milken Educator Award, Stephanie Johnson of LeRoy says she’s donating her prize money to create a scholarship for local students.
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Michigan water parks: 2026 opening dates, prices, & what to expect
The weather’s getting warmer, and it’s almost water park season! Read on to find the best Michigan water parks for 2026.
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Frisbie vs Haadsma: Rematch in Michigan’s 44th District could tip control of the state House
Republican state Rep. Steve Frisbie won this seat by 79 votes in 2024. Now, his predecessor wants it back—and the Michigan House majority may depend on who wins.
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Cuddly baby sloth melts hearts at Michigan petting farm
Flash is just one of the dozens of animals who call Carousel Acres home.
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Passage of the Michigan Senate budget clears way to negotiate with Whitmer, House leaders
Michigan lawmakers are heading into negotiations over an $88 billion state budget plan, with Democrats prioritizing healthcare, schools, and infrastructure.
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Great Lakes show signs of declining PFAS pollution
Researchers have found a decline in PFAS levels in the Great Lakes’ top predator fish species, lake trout and walleye, suggesting lower levels of long-lasting contaminants in the resources these fish consume.
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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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Your guide to taking action on May Day in Michigan
A roundup of May Day protests, rallies, gatherings, and mutual aid drives in Michigan on May 1, 2026.
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Michigan lawmakers take action to investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s ties to Interlochen
Decades after Epstein allegedly used his donor status to make contact with children at a Northern Michigan arts camp, state lawmakers are demanding a formal reckoning.
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One company makes most of Michigan’s cannabis drinks. I tried 5 of them
Michigan’s cannabis beverage scene has been growing fast.
