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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…
Mid-Michigan Kid Birthday Party Ideas

Mid-Michigan Kid Birthday Party Ideas

Planning a birthday party for a little one is usually a bigger undertaking then many expect. To help, we’ve selected a few places to plan a birthday party where your kid will have a blast and ease the party planning…

LexieFebruary 24, 2018March 22, 2018 Around Michigan, Mid-Michigan
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Southwest Michigan Bachelor Party Ideas

Southwest Michigan Bachelor Party Ideas

Being a current Chicago resident, and former Kalamazoo resident, I know firsthand that many bachelor or bachelorette party planners from Chicago choose Southwest Michigan as it’s a great destination to celebrate with plenty to do. The 1.5 – 2 hour…

MikeFebruary 14, 2018December 15, 2020 Around Michigan, Western Michigan
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Michigan’s Winter Olympic Gold Medal Winners

Michigan’s Winter Olympic Gold Medal Winners

It can get pretty cold here in Michigan, and not surprisingly that means we’ve had our fair share of exceptional athletes who have competed in winter sports. Among our many celebrated athletes, Michigan can proudly claim nine who have taken…

AdamFebruary 4, 2018February 1, 2018 Around Michigan
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A Winter Weekend Getaway in Petoskey

A Winter Weekend Getaway in Petoskey

Petoskey is known to most Michiganders and out-of-staters for its famous stones and breathtaking turquoise bay. While the city is a must-visit in the summer, we would argue that it’s even better in the winter. Visitors can enjoy skiing, snowboarding,…

RiannaJanuary 25, 2018February 2, 2022 Around Michigan, Northern Michigan
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41 Things to do in Michigan for Valentine’s Day

41 Things to do in Michigan for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and if you are still looking for date ideas than we are here to help you out. Whether you have been dating your sweetie for years or a few weeks, here are 41…

AbbeyJanuary 15, 2018January 16, 2020 Around Michigan
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Five Cool New Businesses in Detroit

Five Cool New Businesses in Detroit

Detroit has boomed over the years into Michigan’s start-up hub. With the expansion of Eastern Market in Midtown and the addition of several other markets within the past few years, small businesses have more chances than ever to show off…

BreannaJanuary 5, 2018March 16, 2018 Around Michigan, Eastern Michigan
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Changes To Reserving DNR State Campground Spots

Changes To Reserving DNR State Campground Spots

With the amount of snow on the ground, it seems odd to be talking about camping, but it really isn’t, especially due to the reservation changes the DNR made. This past fall, the DNR made a large change to how…

JoeDecember 27, 2017January 12, 2018 Around Michigan
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Unique Gyms in Michigan

Unique Gyms in Michigan

Starting the new year with new fitness goals in mind? You need a gym that will help you stay committed to your workouts! We’ve rounded up specialized gyms across Michigan to sweat at in 2018. The Barre Code Metro Detroit…

LexieDecember 14, 2017December 30, 2019 Around Michigan
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Best Restaurants in Glen Arbor

Best Restaurants in Glen Arbor

Glen Arbor, MI is one of the best towns on the Leelanau Peninsula, and receives many visitors during the peak summer months. After visiting the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, hiking the many trails around the town, or spending the…

MikeDecember 4, 2017May 18, 2020 Around Michigan, Northern Michigan
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Northwest Michigan After Tourist Season? Magic!

Northwest Michigan After Tourist Season? Magic!

A couple of weeks ago I took a couple of days to venture into Northwest Michigan for the first time in several years and I was reminded just how fantastic that area is, particularly after the major tourist season comes…

AdamNovember 24, 2017December 7, 2017 Around Michigan, Northern Michigan
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