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Michigan has an abundance of beautiful spots spread out across both the Upper and Lower Peninsulas. In the springtime, try heading to a corner of Northern Michigan known as the Cherry Capital of the World.

Saginaw native Sammie Telder doesn’t miss many pitches, swings or catches during the 162-game regular season. She can't wait to see how her Tigers perform this year.

An exciting spring break can be found right here in Michigan. Here are six destinations to get you started.

This spring, make sure you make time to get outside and play. And there’s nothing that says springtime fun like the bevy of Michigan festivals you can put on your calendar.

Look out for these 5 telltale signs that spring has hit Michigan. Whether you've been waiting for the blooms, for baseball starting up, or to get some ice cream from a Michigan ice cream stand, make sure to enjoy spring while it is here.

International Women’s Day is set aside for us as a society to recognize and celebrate the contributions and achievements of women, including their social, political, economic, and cultural impacts. This day developed from a long tradition over the past two centuries of protests and celebrations by women laborers and women’s rights champions.

Visit some of these unique Michigan gems that tell the story of African-American contributions to our state’s cultural history.

Michigan is home to many winter marvels, including the “world’s largest ice tree” in Gaylord.

This list of 50 Black-owned restaurants in the Metro Detroit area need to be on your radar, if they're not already. How many have you eaten at?

How do you know you’re from The Mitten State? Maybe it’s because you know just how to celebrate Valentine’s Day with fun, friends - and a little bit of love.

These historic Detroit sites and landmarks document both the triumphs and hardships of Black Americans who have ties to the city.

Woody the Woodchuck isn't just a Michigan legend; she's known nationwide. With a personality as big as her appetite, it's easy to see why Woody is such a treasure.

During the winter, Michigan is known for its world-class ice fishing. Here are 10 lakes that are anglers’ favorites.

There’s a lot to discover in this Northern Michigan community during the winter.

Detroit's feel-good playoff run has been a blast for the city to follow. The team even has support overseas, as evidenced by this former Michigan foreign exchange student from Germany's unlikely tale.

If you love sledding, you’re in the right place. Here’s our list of favorite sledding hills across Michigan.

There’s a lot to discover in this northeastern Michigan community during the winter.

The thrill of whooshing down a sledding hill is fun for all ages. But sledding comes with risks, too.

The Great Lakes delivers some spectacular ice formations during the winters. Here’s what to look for.

Michigan gets pretty cold during winter months, but it doesn’t mean you can stop exercising. Check out these 10 places to get your 10,000 steps in indoors.

There’s a lot to discover in this Mid-Michigan community during the winter.

There’s a lot to discover in this Upper Peninsula community during the winter.

When your weeks feel cyclical and repetitive, try treating a weekend like a vacation. Here's how to unplug, unwind, and get into that vacation mindset.

There’s a lot to discover in this Southeastern Michigan community during the winter.

There’s a lot to discover in this West Michigan community during the winter.

Ready to save money and go easy on the Earth this season? Buy your friends and family sustainable gifts.

Looking for things to do during the kids' winter break? These indoor and outdoor ideas should ignite the holiday spirit in the whole family.

There’s a lot to discover in this community in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula during the winter.

Looking for festive winter events to attend? The Michigan winter festivals on this list take place between January and March of 2024.

Step into a warm-water splash zone, join a museum mini camp, or skate away through a lighted forest trail. Winter Break activities are all about adventure. 

There’s a lot to discover in this Northern Michigan community during the winter.

Celebrate the Jewish “festival of lights” by attending one or more of these five Hanukkah celebrations happening in or around Detroit.

One of the best Michigan winter activities is visiting one of the many extravagant Christmas light displays. Here are some of our favorites.

There’s a lot to discover in this Mid-Michigan community during the fall.

Christmas Markets add a sparkle to the holiday experience. Here is a list of some of the markets taking place across Michigan this season.

GRPS alum and running champion Benne Anderson will serve as this year’s honorary race director.

There’s a lot to discover in this community along Michigan’s sunrise coast during the fall.

If you love ice skating, you’ll want to check out these outdoor ice skating rinks and enjoy this fun winter activity.

There’s a lot to discover in this Southwest Michigan community during the fall.

Activities are easier to come by in the summer than in the winter. We know this. But exciting winter activities in Michigan aren't as limited as you may think. Here are five fun ideas.

There’s a lot to discover in this Upper Peninsula community during the fall. 

Detroit area vegans rejoice! There’s a long list of metro Detroit and Michigan restaurants offering 100% plant-based Thanksgiving meals.

November is Native American Heritage Month. These Michigan sites and landmarks celebrate the rich and important history of Native Americans. Check out this list of Native American-owned businesses to support as well.

Turkey Trots are a fun way to offset some of those calories from a Thanksgiving Day meal.

We all know Michigan’s most famous island, but it’s just one of hundreds along Michigan’s coasts.

There’s a lot to discover in this Northern Michigan community during the fall.

There’s a lot to discover in this Northern Michigan community during the fall.

There’s a lot to discover in this Upper Peninsula community during the fall.  

Are you ready to run this fall? The list of 5Ks happening all across Michigan in October and November is long. Here's where they are and how to sign up.

Pumpkin patches are a fall treat in Michigan. Find a good one, then stay for a wagon ride, eat a donut and do a little pumpkin bowling.

There’s a lot to discover in this Southern Michigan community during the fall.

Grabbing photos of fall foliage here in Michigan makes for a fantastic October activity. So, where are the best places in the state to capture the perfect fall images?

Located along Michigan's Thumbcoast, Port Huron is a vibrant waterfront community.

Michigan is home to some of the most creative, elaborate and downright horrifying haunted houses in the country. Here are 15 of the best!

There’s a lot of natural beauty to explore in the Upper Peninsula community of Whitefish Point / Paradise.

Amanda Koss is showing her paintings "Self" and "Dustbin Timberlake" at the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan office in downtown Grand Rapids during the annual art festival.

This Mid-Michigan community is a popular destination for people who like to celebrate Bavarian traditions and Christmas year-round. 

As summer gives way to fall, it’s time for a visit to a cider mill to enjoy apple picking, apple cider and donuts.

There’s a lot to discover in this lakeside community southwest of Detroit during the fall.

Nothing says fall in Michigan like filling a bushel basket full of freshly-picked apples. If you want to put a U-pick day on your list this autumn, we can help.

From the arts and cultural events to recreational activities, there’s a lot to do in Three Rivers during the summer.

With its prime location on the AuSable River, there are a lot of things to do in Grayling during the summer.

There’s a lot to discover in this hidden gem on Keweenaw Peninsula during the summer.

There’s a lot to do in the port city of Escanaba during the summer.

This picturesque lakeshore village sits at the foothills of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

Bring a blanket, a camp chair and some snacks. It’s time for free summer concerts.

Even during the summer when most classes are out, there’s always something going on in Ann Arbor.

Ready for some nostalgic fun? Roll into one of Michigan’s vintage drive-ins for a summer night adventure. 

Peanuts, popcorn and home runs. Who is ready to head to a ballgame?

Michigan’s famed island is known for taking people back in time with its horse-and-carriage transportation and historic buildings.

Lavender lovers know these dainty blue-purple flowers have a heady scent. Choose one of these lavender farms to add to your Michigan bucket list this summer.

Head to a local orchard and pick your own cherries this summer. They are a healthy, sweet or tart treat.

County fairs are a great way to learn more about the community and celebrate Michigan culture with a fun summer tradition.

One had the dream, one had the drinks: the woman-owned Zero Bar & Lounge adds to the growing list of alcohol-free social options in Michigan.

The National Cherry Festival in Traverse City is a summer bucket list event to celebrate one of Michigan's largest agricultural industries.

Grand Marais in the eastern Upper Peninsula sits along the south shore of Lake Superior and is a gateway to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.

From a seasonal waterpark in a lake to recreation areas that take hikers from hardwood forests to meadows, Brighton is a great place to get away from it all.

This summer, there’s something for everybody in this lineup of Michigan summer festivals that are a must-add to your bucket list.

From fishing or kayaking adventures on the famed Au Sable River to hiking trails or splashing in Lake Huron, Oscoda has an activity you’re sure to love.

Metro Detroiters can meaningfully celebrate Juneteenth in Detroit in a multitude of ways, from festivals to special dinners to educational events.

St. Joe is home to sugar-sand beaches, a giant splash pad and its landmark Silver Beach Carousel. Here are 5 things to do during a visit.

Festivals, parades and family-friendly activities are all on tap as Pride events fill up the summer calendar across Michigan.

Absence of Proof offers “a night off of drinking.” The NYC-based company is now in Detroit with pop-up hangout options for the sober curious.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a wonderful way to learn more about this important culture and its contributions.

A favorite Lake Michigan vacation spot, Holland was settled by the Dutch in the mid-1800s and is still known for its springtime tulips and beaches.

From Detroit to Holland to Kalamazoo, there are Mother’s Day markets, outdoors events and live shows happening all over Michigan in 2023.

No matter where you live in Michigan, family-friendly Cinco de Mayo celebrations are happening across the state between April 29 and May 7.

Earth Day is approaching. How will you be celebrating our planet?

The song of a red-winged blackbird is one of the first signs of spring. Here are some great places to see migrating birds in Michigan.

The Detroit Tigers may not be a dominant force in Major League Baseball in 2023, but 102-year-old Eva Martin will be watching anyway.

Trying to steer clear of the shots-and-pints crowd on St. Paddy’s Day? We’ve got some non-alcoholic ways to say cheers to the holiday.

Here are some of our favorite holiday activities around the state that you and your family can do this holiday season.

Bundle up in your coziest winter fitness gear and take part in some of the Michigan winter 5K’s and Turkey Trots happening this year.

Veteran’s Day is coming up. In Michigan, there are tons of way to honor those who sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom.

Grab a blanket, settle back and enjoy the skywatching scene. November has a few meteor showers ready to put on a show.

Is it after Halloween? Is it after Thanksgiving? How early is too early to decorate for Christmas? We dive into it here.

After a hero saved his life in 2016, ArtPrize artist Dan Bledsaw has been highlighting heroes in his ArtPrize entries.

BCBSM is featuring the ArtPrize entry of Cheryl Haithco, whose work has been on display in hospitals.

The Dream Cruise can be a grind if you’re not prepared. Read these packing tips, nearby restaurants, parking options and best viewing spots.