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Great Lakes Water Safety: What Do Michigan’s Flag Colors Really Mean?
Ensure you and your family stay safe this summer when visiting Michigan beaches. As majestic as they are, the Great Lakes can be deadly for even the most experienced swimmers. The flags are there to help you! Make sure you do your part and learn their meanings:. With the Memorial...
Hey Michigan, You’re Storing This Kitchen Tool Wrong
It's the worst feeling to realize you've been doing something the wrong way for practically your entire life. It doesn't make it any better that certain products don't tell you the optimal way to use them. They give you the product in a box and effectively say "Here, don't overthink...
Michigan Creamery Named Best Milkshake In The State
After Memorial Day weekend it's safe to say that summer is just about here because I don't know about you but I was MELTING in the heat. It was very hot this weekend but we all can enjoy the sunshine after the cold weather of winter. Spring wasn't much to help us be excited for summer but I can tell by the first few days that this is going to be a long and HOT summer which means good time and sweet treats.
This Michigan City Was First in the World to Get Phone Numbers
The city of Detroit had many firsts, but this one changed the world fast. The history of the telephone is surprisingly complicated. We know for sure that Alexander Graham Bell got the first U.S. patent for the telephone IN 1876. However, it appears that the first phone was actually created by Italian inventor Antonio Meucci in 1849.
Popular Michigan Car is Getting Cancelled by GM This Year
GM is retiring my favorite car at the end of this year and I am crushed. Back in 2012, I had to rent a car for a family trip. I ended up with a Chevy Malibu and loved it. I purchased my first Chevy Malibu in 2015. Nearly 10 years later my fiance' drives that car because I purchased a new Chevy Malibu in 2018. That's how much I love this car. I should have seen the writing on the wall in 2019 when GM retired the smaller version of the Malibu, the Chevy Cruze.
Inflatable Duck Goes Viral After Surviving Michigan Storm
What the duck just happened in Frankenmuth, Michigan? (UPDATE) The duck didn't make it. A TikToker who goes by @gresties_gvf on the popular social media app usually posts nothing but Greta Van Fleet content. Yesterday, something very different happened and the result was a massive viral video. In less than 24 hours Gresties had a video pull in nearly 2 million views with 300 thousand likes and over 3,000 comments. This is a simple 15-second video showing an out-of-control, giant inflatable duck being blown across the street during an intense storm.
3 Michigan Lakes Voted Top 5 Best Lakes in the U.S.
USA Today has opened up voting for the best Lakes in the United States. So far, 3 lakes that touch Michigan are in the top 5. They don't call them the Great Lakes for nothing. No matter the season, the Great Lakes are breathtakingly beautiful. Every year USA Today launches...
6 Michigan Cities Named Among Best To Live in America
Some people would argue that Michigan is just an average place to live while others would fall on the extreme sides of this line. There are people who are extremely proud to be born, raised, and still living in Michigan while others acknowledge where they came from but couldn't wait to get out of the Mitten state as soon as possible. No matter how you feel about it, the statistics won't lie to us about how good of a state Michigan is to live in or the opposite.
This Old-Fashioned Michigan Town Is Cool Again
When we think of Michigan cities on the rebound, we think of Flint and Detroit. Those cities hit rock bottom and are making some strides to get back some respect. But those are big cities, so truthfully, you can find the best parts of the city and weed out the parts that aren't as tolerable - if you know where to look.
This Michigan Spot Was Just Named The Best Summer Travel Escape In The U.S.
This destination has claimed the top spot two years in a row now. As we approach the "unofficial" kick-off to summer families across Michigan-- and the United States-- are gearing up for their big summer getaways. Well, where are they going?. USA Today's 10Best readers voted for popular summer destinations...
Beloved Olive Burger Festival Returns To Michigan In 2024
This is the news Michigan foodies have been craving!. Now in its second year the festival will return in 2024, with a few changes. Here's what we know so far:. Thanks to community-wide efforts local Facebook group Lansing Foodies were able to successfully host the Michigan's first ever olive burger festival in 2023.
6 Dog-Friendly Patios to Visit in West Michigan This Summer
Summer patio season is upon us. And people aren't the only ones who love a good patio, you know!. Your furry friends want to make the most of summer too. Unfortunately, not all establishments across West Michigan are pet-friendly. Luckily, these patios are!. The next time you head out for...
The Color Of Your Car Could Get You Pulled Over More In Michigan
If there's one thing any Michigan driver doesn't want to see while driving, it's the flashing lights of a police vehicle signaling you to pull over. While there are many reasons why an officer would choose to pull you over, many believe attention-grabbing car colors could be a determining factor. And there is one car color in Michigan that is more likely to see those flashing lights pull up behind them while driving.
Michigan, Indiana Farmers Face Devastating Loss Of Peach Crop
This is the second year in a row farmers have faced a $9.2 million loss. According to the Michigan Ag. Council, Michigan produces more than 21.2 million pounds of peaches each year, but thanks to a changing climate that number is dwindling drastically. Now that it's nearly 90 degrees out...
Tapper Ford In Paw Paw, Michigan Announce 11th Annual Mustang Show
The Ford and Shelby Mustang are two of the most iconic and identifiable American muscle cars going back to the early 60s, and we’re in continue to be manufactured by Ford motor company. So with the return of Summer once again comes the return of the Mustang shows all throughout Michigan, including the one that’s going to be happening this weekend in Paw Paw at the Tapper Ford dealership.
Ranking 14 of the Best College Mascots in the State of Michigan
Michigan has dozens of Higher Learning facilities, aka Colleges and Universities, within its borders. Some are massive and get national attention on a yearly basis. Others, you might not even know about unless you lived in their communities. But one thing that most of them have in common is their mascots.
Highly Contagious Virus Rapidly Spreading In Michigan, Cases Rise
While Michigan tries to transition to the warmer weather months, there are many illnesses that residents have to contend with during this fluctuation. An increase in allergy and asthma flare-ups is common this time of year. But there is one virus that we can't seem to shake from the colder weather months and health officials are seeing more patients suffering from this highly contagious illness.
Did You Know Michigan Has A Water Battery Where Water Flows Uphill?
I think it’s pretty common knowledge that water doesn’t regularly flow up and over anything, but when it comes to Michigan and ingenuity, there is a small pond off the shores of Lake Michigan as a giant battery where water actually flows uphill. This isn’t a natural flow...
13 Michigan Fun Facts to Test Your Knowledge
Whether you've lived in the state your entire life, just recently moved to the state or stop by for a visit regularly, there's always something new and exciting waiting for you here in Michigan. Take it from me, as someone who has lived here for just under two years, sometimes...
ALERT: Throw Away Recalled Cheese Sold At Stores In MI And OH Now
Most people keep cheese on hand to add flavor to their meals or for a quick snack. But a popular brand is now being recalled from store shelves that could cause serious illness. Residents with a popular cheese in their refrigerator in Michigan and Ohio are urged to throw this product away immediately.
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