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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…
Things to do in Ludington

Things to do in Ludington

Ludington is a western Michigan lake town with big things to offer— from pet-friendly beaches to great local food, it offers beautiful scenery coupled with small-town vibes. Here are our picks for the best things to do in Ludington. Big…

RiannaNovember 14, 2017December 7, 2017 Around Michigan, Western Michigan
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Michigan’s Most Magical Holiday Light Displays [Updated 2024]

Michigan’s Most Magical Holiday Light Displays [Updated 2024]

It is officially the holiday season! This means cities all across Michigan are getting ready to set up their holiday light displays. Lights are the perfect way to get people into the holiday spirit and are a great activity for…

AbbeyNovember 4, 2017November 11, 2024 Around Michigan, Michigan Events, Must Visit
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The Best Food In Ann Arbor

The Best Food In Ann Arbor

If you love Detroit’s mix of food from every corner of the world, but like a smaller atmosphere, Ann Arbor is the city for you. Ann Arbor is a diverse college town that is also family friendly. Every city block…

BreannaOctober 25, 2017January 5, 2018 Around Michigan, Eastern Michigan
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Top Fall Camping Spots in Michigan

Top Fall Camping Spots in Michigan

Fall is one of the best times of year to camp in Michigan. The weather is quite favorable and pleasant, the crowds and pesky bugs have mostly come and gone. Additionally, the fall colors are nothing short of amazing. These…

JoeOctober 15, 2017October 15, 2018 Around Michigan, Northern Michigan, Upper Peninsula
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Love Michigan Apparel & Goods

Love Michigan Apparel & Goods

If you’re reading this blog post, you likely love Michigan. Not the University, but the state itself. Want to show off your state pride? Here are a few stores to shop at to show your pure Michigan pride. The Mitten…

LexieOctober 5, 2017March 6, 2018 Around Michigan
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The Best Shopping Destinations in Michigan

The Best Shopping Destinations in Michigan

With a mix of specialty boutiques, markets, and malls, Michigan’s shopping destinations are as unique as our cities. Here are some of our favorite places to shop. Eastern Market Open year-round and one of America’s oldest and largest outdoor markets,…

RiannaSeptember 25, 2017October 20, 2017 Around Michigan, Must Visit
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Michigan’s High Points (Literally)

Michigan’s High Points (Literally)

When friends or family come to visit me from out of state they tend to point out just how painfully flat Michigan is. This is, of course, true to some extent, but influenced further by the fact that I’ve lived…

AdamSeptember 15, 2017January 3, 2019 Around Michigan, Must Visit
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Autumn in Northern Michigan

Autumn in Northern Michigan

There’s nothing quite like fall in Northern Michigan. The area offers unique attractions for families and individuals who want to indulge in the essential activities of the season, from sampling the many Michigan apple varieties to embarking on a breathtaking…

RiannaSeptember 5, 2017October 5, 2017 Around Michigan, Northern Michigan
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Michigan College Football Game Day Traditions

Michigan College Football Game Day Traditions

I’ve been counting down the days until I can get back to Michigan State’s campus and experience my fourth, and final, football season. It seems like just yesterday I was attending my first Michigan State football game as a student…

BreannaAugust 26, 2017January 5, 2018 Around Michigan, Michigan Events
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Bike Northern Michigan on These Noteworthy Trails

Bike Northern Michigan on These Noteworthy Trails

Did you know that Michigan offers more biking trails than any other state? Featuring over 1,300 miles of trails, there is a trail out there for every bicyclist no matter what your skill level is. Biking is a great way to…

AbbeyAugust 16, 2017October 20, 2017 Around Michigan, Northern Michigan
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