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More People Should Know That Aretha Franklin’s Final Resting Place Is Found Right Here In Michigan

by Andrea Verschuyl
on Jan 10
Colorful mural featuring a woman with musical notes and a pink vintage car, set against a geometric background.
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9 Surefire Signs You Have Strong Roots In Michigan

by Tori Jane
on Dec 4
Aerial view of a coastal town with a marina, boats, and a lighthouse near a sandy beach and green hills.
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6 Photos You’ll Only Understand If You Hail From Michigan

by Jack Springgate
on Mar 24
A collection of smooth, rounded stones in various shades, with one stone featuring a unique honeycomb pattern.
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Some People Don’t Know That Detroit Was The First To Do These 7 Things

by Marika Kazimierska
on Jul 4
A traffic light in the foreground with two modern buildings and a cloudy sky in the background.
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Some People Don’t Know That Michigan Was The First To Do These 9 Things

by Serena Maria Daniels
on Sep 10
A Model T in Greenfield Village before the first old original rebuilt Ford Motor Company.

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These 3 Celebrities Hail From Some Of Michigan’s Most Charming Small Towns

Highlights three famous celebrities from small towns in Michigan.

by Emily Tieman
on Mar 22
A row of historic brick buildings, including an arts center and a printing shop, on a sunny day.
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Few People Know The Real Reason Why Michigan Is Called The Wolverine State

by Emily Tieman
on Mar 27
A wolverine sits on a rock surrounded by green grass and wildflowers, gazing into the distance.
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11 Ridiculously Weird but Totally True Facts About Michigan

The Wolverine State is full of fun facts, from its unique wildlife, historic landmarks, and state animals.

by Emily Tieman
on Nov 30
close up of michigan windmill with tulips
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It’s Bizarre To Think That Detroit Is Home To One Of The World’s Largest Collections Of Hummels, But It’s True

Detroit's Historic Trinity Lutheran Church houses one of the world's largest collections of Hummel figurines.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Dec 27
A display of colorful figurines depicting a nativity scene with Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, and various animals and figures.
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Not Many People Realize That These 10 Things Are Actually Illegal In Michigan

Michigan has several outdated and strange laws that are no longer enforced.

by Serena Maria Daniels
on Feb 12
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