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Michigan’s Least-Populated Island Only Has 35 Residents
Sometimes it sounds like a great idea to pack everything up and move to one of the islands in the Great Lakes and live off the grid. Unfortunately, it's not that simple. However, there are islands in the Great Lakes within the Michigan border you could feasibly call home if you can land some property. In total, Michigan has 420 named islands out of the estimated 35,000 in the Great Lakes.
5 Myths About The Great Lakes Only Non-Michigan Residents Believe
In addition to local municipalities Michigan state parks use a color-coded flag warning system to advise potential swimmers of current water conditions.The system is meant to keep swimmers safe. Learn their colors, and in some cases, their consequences. 3 Michigan Gems You've Likely Never Been To Before. From historic to...
Why Was There a Tree on the Beam That Connected the Gordie Howe Bridge?
The Gordie Howe Bridge, just north of downtown Detroit has now been connected to Canada, officially. It's been an undertaking years in the making, and still won't open to travel until sometime next year. It's a huge feat, and was met with applause from workers on either side of the...
5 Best Companies to Work For in Kalamazoo
Looking for a career change? Here's a list of the best companies in Kalamazoo to work for and why. On average American adults change their careers 2-3 times in their lifetime. Making a big change isn't easy. One tool that may be helpful in a big life decision like a career change is a list of the best companies to work for in the area you live or want to live. Luckily, Zippia.com finds the best companies to work for in Kalamazoo every year,
Michigan Isn’t a Hot Dog State, Apparently
Forget everything you ever knew about Michigan and Coney Island. The Mitten State doesn't use those mittens to eat hot dogs. Sure, it's the summertime and whether you're hosting the cookout or headed to the ballpark, you'd think a hot dog may be the perfect choice. But, according to one study, Michiganders who opt for dogs are in the minority.
RECALL: Michiganders, Get Rid of This Ice Cream in Your Freezer Right Now
I've always been a champion of the foods that don't try to kill me. And up until recently, ice cream has been my constant, my rock, and one of the most reliable foods in my fridge and freezer. Something that CAN'T be said about vegetables on a regular basis. However,...
Michigan City Named Most Expensive for Renters in the US
It's not as though rent prices will go down anytime soon. But between the high costs of rent and low wages, many renters in cities across the nation have it worse than the rest. That's why, despite having a below-average cost of living, Michigan is home to the city deemed...
This Nightmare With Legs, Called The Toe Biter, Is Invading Michigan Waters
It’s common knowledge that many people are not a fan of bugs. I myself nearly broke my hand when I freaked out when a giant moth touched my arm earlier this morning. But many people are creeped out by bugs and it’s a pretty common fear. Then there are the bugs out there that are so big and nasty that literally everybody is afraid of them and one such bug is the giant water bug.
What it Means if You See a McDonald’s With Turquoise Arches Instead of Yellow
The McDonald's logo remains one of the most recognizable not only among fast food restaurants, but all brand names. The chain's trademark "golden arches" lets fast food-seekers know what they're going to get. But what happens if those arches are no longer golden?. Where Is There a McDonald's With Turquoise...
It’s Henry Ford’s Fault You Had to Square Dance in School
Thankfully, by the time I was in school, square dancing as a class had been phased out. But I had heard rumors from previous generations that it (as well as that damned climbing rope) would be my worst nightmares during P.E. Crisis averted, but for many generations, Square Dancing was...
Michigan Dealership First In US To Sell E-Bikes
Going to the dealership and buying a car fresh off the lot is something that few people have experienced but most of us have dreamt of it. Thinking about what it would feel like to sign that bottom line, receive those keys, and drive off the lot in your dream car, is a feeling we can all imagine. Each dealership has something different about it that draws customers in, this dealership is trying something new.
Ugh, Deer Flies! I Just Discovered a Stupidly Easy Way to Outsmart Them
If your neighborhood is anything like mine, there's a specific two-week period in the summer when the temperature is steamy, the breeze is non-existent, and it happens. This happened precisely two days ago, just after a pretty bad thunderstorm. I walked out, inhaled the gloopy air, and a deer fly landed on me and bit HARD. It was waiting for me.
See Inside Derek Jeter’s Childhood Kalamazoo Home
Derek Jeter's childhood home in Kalamazoo recently went on the market for $300k and it doesn't look like it will stay on the market for long. The home, located at 2415 Cumberland St, was built in 1966. The 2,100 sqft house sits on a 9,583 sqft lot with five bedrooms and three bathrooms. It hit the market on June 21, 2024, and the Zillow listing already has a pending tag just four days later.
Tenacious D Announces Return To Wings Event Center in Kalamazoo with ‘Rock D Vote’ Show
"The D" is coming BACK to Kalamazoo, after having to cancel their last scheduled date back in 2020. And this time, the show will be bigger and better than ever!. Announced on June 26th, Tenacious D will be bringing their Election Special show to Wings Event Center on Oct. 25th... and it's one of only FIVE SHOWS they're doing all year.
Ohio’s Best Kept Secret Is An Adorable Village Hidden In The Woods
During my travels on the east side of the country, I visited just about every kind of town you can think of. I was able to visit the big city when going to Washington DC and Philadelphia. On the other side of the spectrum I was able to visit some...
Michigan Chocolate Shop Named Among Best in the Country
There's something about the summertime that makes desserts just a little bit sweeter. Maybe it's a deserved treat after weathering some brutal heat all day. Regardless, there are plenty of desserts to choose from and everyone's sweet tooth is satisfied a bit differently. But for my money, nothing is better than chocolate.
Michigan: Here’s 8 Ways To Get Rid Of Those Annoying Gnats
The summertime brings about warm and fun weather but right alongside it comes the bugs. The winter months are much calmer when it comes to gnats, flies, ants, and every other kind of pestering bug as the cold weather pushes them into hiding but the summer months are the exact opposite. The warm weather draws them out into the open and they always find a way to cause a disturbance.
Monolith-Like Mirror Cabins Are The Perfect Place to Reflect
Ever seen a mirror cabin? Neither have we until we stumbled upon these incredible forest dwellings. According to Bolt Farm Treehouse, it's basically a cabin in the woods with "floor-to-ceiling walls of mirrored glass allow you to be one with nature, while maintaining your privacy (you can't see inside during daylight and there are blackout curtains for the evening)."
Do Michigan Landlords Have To Provide Air Conditioning?
Over the last week and a half, we have all been experiencing this crazy heat wave that has us sweating all day. It's by record, one of the hottest summers Michigan has seen and it has barely started, meaning it will only get warmer. We have already started to see hydration stations pop up across the state and events have been cancelled due to the heat levels.
Why People Are Putting This Classic Toy on Their Bird Feeders
Some people are going back to their childhoods for a creative solution for a common problem that plagues bird feeders. Gardeners and lawn care aficionados are finding each other like never before thanks to helpful (and sometimes quirky social media groups. The Punk Rock Gardening and Bird Watching Facebook group, for example, boasts a membership of nearly 200,000 people.
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