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Dorothy Price traveled from San Diego to Lansing, Michigan to celebrate her 100th birthday surrounded by family in the city where she grew up. Her secret to longevity? Staying kind and keeping loved ones close.
Volunteers in southeast Lansing are rolling up their sleeves Wednesday to beautify a half-square-mile of their neighborhood. The South Lansing Business Association's spring cleanup shows neighbors turning up for each other in simple, powerful ways.
Michigan's golf industry is pumping more than $6 billion into the state's economy, with Northern Michigan emerging as a golf destination that's creating jobs and drawing visitors from across the country. The region's 700+ courses are transforming rural communities into thriving tourism hubs.
A new partnership between MichAuto and the University of Michigan is paying young creators $250 per video to showcase electric vehicle careers on social media. The campaign has already reached 20 million Gen Z viewers across Michigan.
When a beaver wandered onto a busy Michigan intersection, one Upper Peninsula resident grabbed the most practical tool he had: his car snow brush. The heartwarming rescue captured the resourceful spirit of Michigan's north country.
Google is partnering with DTE Energy to add 2.7 gigawatts of clean power to Michigan's grid while building a new data center that protects local ratepayers. The tech giant is also launching a $10 million fund to help Michigan families lower their energy bills.
University of Michigan fraternities and sororities turned a backyard ice rink into a fundraising powerhouse, raising over $310,000 for three charities through their annual Winterfest broomball tournament. The student-led effort is bringing autism support, veteran housing, and women's mental health services to thousands across Michigan.
Eastern Michigan University becomes the first school in Michigan to add women's flag football as a varsity sport, joining a nationwide movement ahead of the sport's 2028 Olympic debut. The Eagles will start competing in spring 2027, creating fresh opportunities for student athletes in one of America's fastest-growing sports.
The Michigan Wolverines dominated Tennessee in a stunning 95-62 victory, securing their first Final Four appearance since 2018. Star player Yaxel Lendeborg led the charge with 27 points as Michigan never trailed after a blistering first-half run.
The University of Michigan is throwing a parade and arena celebration Saturday for its men's basketball team after winning the program's first national championship in 35 years. All ticket proceeds will support student athletes through Michigan's NIL collective.
Michigan just unlocked $51 million in federal funding to install 83 electric vehicle charging stations across the state, including eight locations in and around Metro Detroit. The expansion will fill critical gaps in Michigan's EV network and make clean transportation more accessible to drivers everywhere.
The Michigan Wolverines captured their first NCAA basketball championship since 1989, proving that a team built entirely from transfer players can compete with college basketball's biggest programs. Led by UAB transfer Yaxel Lendeborg, who played through injury in the final game, Michigan finished 37-3 and defeated UConn 69-63.
DTE Energy is pouring $1.6 billion into Michigan-made battery storage systems that will create over 2,150 jobs while making the state's electric grid cleaner and more reliable. The partnership with Holland-based LG Energy Solution Vertech will deliver eight massive battery projects across Michigan over the next two years.
DTE Energy just announced a massive $1.6 billion investment that will power Michigan's clean energy future while creating thousands of good-paying jobs right in the state. Eight new battery storage projects will strengthen the electric grid and keep Michigan at the forefront of the clean energy revolution.
Michigan is investing half a million dollars in grants to help companies build the next generation of robots, drones, and AI-powered manufacturing tools. The state is racing to become America's hub for advanced technology that could reshape how we make things.
Michigan just became one of the first states to complete its highway EV charging network, unlocking $51 million to bring fast chargers to underserved communities. The milestone means electric vehicle drivers across the state will soon have more reliable charging options, no matter where they live.
Students with disabilities who switched to Michigan charter schools showed better attendance and test scores, challenging concerns about these schools serving special needs learners. The five-year study of 1.7 million students reveals a promising option for families seeking alternatives.
After a multi-state food safety scare affected over 12,000 Michigan residents, health officials announced Thursday that people can safely return to eating lettuce and salad greens. New cases of cyclosporiasis are declining and contaminated produce has been removed from stores.
At Michigan Veterans Home Chesterfield, volunteers are making sure no veteran celebrates their birthday alone. They deliver T-shirts and cards to residents who have no family to remember them.
Species once nearly extinct in Michigan are now thriving across the state, from bald eagles to black bears. Conservation efforts and smart regulations have transformed the landscape in just four decades. #
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