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Why Do People Think Michigan Is the Worst State?
Why Do People Think Michigan Is the Worst State?
Michigan hate is one of the internet’s stranger hobbies. Spend enough time on Reddit threads, state-ranking articles, comment sections, or “best and worst places to live” lists, and you will eventually run into the same familiar shots: the roads are…
Why So Many Michigan Towns Have French Names (and How to Pronounce Them)
Why So Many Michigan Towns Have French Names (and How to Pronounce Them)
Read a Michigan map out loud and you’ll sound like you’re stumbling through a high school French quiz. Sault Ste. Marie. Charlevoix. Presque Isle. Grand Marais. Detroit itself. Michigan towns with French names are everywhere, and most of them have…
Michigan’s Most Mind-Blowingly Weird Food
Michigan’s Most Mind-Blowingly Weird Food
Michigan has many gifts. Great lakes. Great music. Great sports heartbreak. And, apparently, a deep and beautiful refusal to let food remain normal. This is a state where somebody looked at a burger and thought, “Nice start, but what if…
Reddit’s Favorite Grand Rapids Restaurants
Reddit’s Favorite Grand Rapids Restaurants
As a Grand Rapids resident and casual lurker in the Grand Rapids subreddit, I’m always curious to read local opinions on places to eat. Reddit’s always an interesting place to gauge local opinion, particularly on popular restaurants, but a recent…
The Deepest Points in Each of the Great Lakes
The Deepest Points in Each of the Great Lakes
The Great Lakes form the largest group of freshwater lakes on Earth by surface area, stretching across the U.S.–Canada border and shaping the geography, climate, and culture of the Midwest and Great Lakes region. While they are often described by…
63 Cider Mills in Michigan: The Ultimate List

63 Cider Mills in Michigan: The Ultimate List

Updated August 2020 The beginning of fall in Michigan is one of the best times of the year. From indulging in caramel apples to visiting the pumpkin patch, there are plenty of fall activities for the whole family. However, the…

KelliSeptember 10, 2018August 6, 2020 Around Michigan
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Getting Ready For Michigan’s Bow Season

Getting Ready For Michigan’s Bow Season

Hard to believe, but summer is almost over. The end of summer means putting the boat away and storing the camper while trying not to shed a tear. Putting away summer toys also means that it’s almost time for fall…

JoeAugust 31, 2018August 30, 2018 Around Michigan
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7 Fall Festivals in Michigan to Attend This Season [Updated 2023]

7 Fall Festivals in Michigan to Attend This Season [Updated 2023]

The fall season is right around the corner and with it comes all the excitement of fall festivities. Of course, there are everyone’s favorite activities like going to the pumpkin patch, cider mills and haunted houses, but have you ever…

AbbeyAugust 21, 2018September 15, 2023 Around Michigan, Michigan Events, Must Visit
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Best Kayaking Spots in Michigan

Best Kayaking Spots in Michigan

After traveling and renting kayaks a couple of times, my parents took the plunge and bought kayaks for our family of four. It has become one of our favorite outdoor activities to do during the summer. It helps get us…

MorganAugust 11, 2018August 13, 2018 Around Michigan
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Detroit-Style Pizza: A Primer For Non-Michiganders

Detroit-Style Pizza: A Primer For Non-Michiganders

I’ve been around long enough to know the major debate on pizza over the decades has been about Chicago-style deep dish versus New York’s thin crust version. And while I personally find both delicious, I have found myself falling in…

AdamAugust 1, 2018October 5, 2018 Around Michigan
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Where Kids Eat for Free in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Where Kids Eat for Free in Grand Rapids, Michigan

It can be expensive when you decide to go out to eat with the whole family, including kids. That’s why we’ve put together this list to help you save some money when dining out with your kids. The specials are…

KelliJuly 22, 2018August 26, 2018 Around Michigan
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Drive Around Lake Michigan Tour

Drive Around Lake Michigan Tour

The Lake Michigan tour, or circle around Lake Michigan, is one of the most popular road trips in the Midwest – and for good reason. You drive through small towns, very big cities, and state parks – all while being…

MikeJuly 12, 2018May 18, 2020 Around Michigan
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Unique Ice Cream Shops Around Michigan

Unique Ice Cream Shops Around Michigan

Michigan is full of ice cream shops that provide tasty treats for its customers. Ice cream shops are a popular destination for Michiganders, especially during the summer. We know and love several Michigan ice cream brands, such as Hudsonville and…

MorganJuly 2, 2018July 26, 2018 Around Michigan
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Pop-Up Camper Care in Michigan

Pop-Up Camper Care in Michigan

Summers in Michigan are one big adventure. When Friday hits, many people pack up and head to one of the state’s campgrounds to enjoy a relaxing vacation. At these campgrounds, it’s likely that you’ll see a variety of campers from sleeping…

JoeJune 24, 2018June 21, 2018 Around Michigan
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The Quintessential Guide to Visiting Mackinac Island

The Quintessential Guide to Visiting Mackinac Island

As a former seasonal island worker, I know Mackinac Island like the back of my hand. I spent four months exploring every nook and cranny of the island. I’ve probably ate at every restaurant too. Mackinac is truly a one-of-a-kind…

BreannaJune 14, 2018June 14, 2018 Around Michigan, Northern Michigan
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