The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget has selected the official 2021 state Christmas tree. The tree hails from the Upper Peninsula and has a unique story behind it, to boot. “We came to…
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Museum of Science and Industry to Offer Free Days for Illinois Residents in November, December
The Museum of Science and Industry has announced several free days for Illinois residents in November and December. The museum’s Illinois Resident Free Days will take place on various Wednesdays between Nov. 3 and Dec….
Michigan Family Finds WWI Ammunition Round While Cleaning
A family in Lansing, Michigan, found something pretty extraordinary while cleaning last weekend. As the Michigan State Police report, a resident was cleaning out a family member’s house and found what appeared to be an…
The Magic of Lights Drive-Through Light Show Returning to the Detroit Area
Halloween is still on the way, but it’s not too early to start thinking about the holidays, as events are already getting announced. One popular drive-through event is making its way back to Michigan this…