LSSU celebrates golden anniversary of famous Banished Words List
The annual list began as a whimsical New Year’s eve party idea in 1976.
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Ishpeming plans European-style Christmas market for 2026
The Ishpeming Kriskindlmarkt will be the first Christmas market of its kind in the U.P.
The Sunrise Guy
For almost seven years, Bugsy Sailor has been on a mission to watch every sunrise. But now, he wonders if the inspiration that
started this project will also be the thing that ends it.
Michigan author highlights Port Huron, mindfulness of the Great Lakes in new book
After traveling across the world for the past two decades, David Zurick comes back home to Port Huron to rediscover his childhood spots along the Thumb Coast and shares how others can connect with the Blue Water region.
The Other Side of the Storm
A father and son struggled to survive in Lake Superior at the same time the Edmund Fitzgerald faltered and sank.
Community celebrates 100th anniversary of historic Midland County Courthouse
As the Midland County Courthouse is nearing its 100th anniversary, a new issue of The Midland Log revisits the historical building.
Hancock named first U.S. Finno-Ugric capital of culture
Hancock is the first American community to be named a Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture.
New event celebrates Ludington’s lumbering past
Ludington unveils new festival to celebrate the city's rich lumbering heritage.
Wheatland Music Festival brings arts and community to Remus
In rural Mecosta County, the annual Wheatland Music Festival offers "a break from our world," showcasing a variety of music, dance, and juried arts and crafts. The beloved festival also gives back to the community, which has been part of its mission since its humble beginnings 50-plus years ago.
Northern Michigan entrepreneur utilizes modular building tech in bid to revive fast-food chain
"Today, we are one step closer to bringing the nostalgic Hot ‘n Now brand back with new refreshed elements," says Monica King, CEO of GLI. "It's very exciting to witness the assembly process and watch that iconic logo and red roof top it all off!"
Ishpeming plans European-style Christmas market for 2026
The Ishpeming Kriskindlmarkt will be the first Christmas market of its kind in the U.P.
The Sunrise Guy
For almost seven years, Bugsy Sailor has been on a mission to watch every sunrise. But now, he wonders if the inspiration that started this project will also be the thing that ends it.
Michigan author highlights Port Huron, mindfulness of the Great Lakes in new book
After traveling across the world for the past two decades, David Zurick comes back home to Port Huron to rediscover his childhood spots along the Thumb Coast and shares how others can connect with the Blue Water region.
The Other Side of the Storm
A father and son struggled to survive in Lake Superior at the same time the Edmund Fitzgerald faltered and sank.
Community celebrates 100th anniversary of historic Midland County Courthouse
As the Midland County Courthouse is nearing its 100th anniversary, a new issue of The Midland Log revisits the historical building.
Hancock named first U.S. Finno-Ugric capital of culture
Hancock is the first American community to be named a Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture.
New event celebrates Ludington’s lumbering past
Ludington unveils new festival to celebrate the city's rich lumbering heritage.
Wheatland Music Festival brings arts and community to Remus
In rural Mecosta County, the annual Wheatland Music Festival offers "a break from our world," showcasing a variety of music, dance, and juried arts and crafts. The beloved festival also gives back to the community, which has been part of its mission since its humble beginnings 50-plus years ago.
Northern Michigan entrepreneur utilizes modular building tech in bid to revive fast-food chain
"Today, we are one step closer to bringing the nostalgic Hot ‘n Now brand back with new refreshed elements," says Monica King, CEO of GLI. "It's very exciting to witness the assembly process and watch that iconic logo and red roof top it all off!"
