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Students listening to Dr. Pilgrim.

Students listening to Dr. Pilgrim.

Big Rapids’ Jim Crow Museum Fosters Important Conversations

Ferris State University's Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia uses "objects of intolerance to teach tolerance and promote social justice."

MI Celebrates National Cherry Month

Beautiful image of red cherries against green leaves and a blue sky.

Beautiful image of red cherries against green leaves and a blue sky.

February is National Cherry Month. Learn how Michigan cherry producers contribute enormously to the nation's supply and how the fruit is harvest and processed.

Image of hands held upward.

Image of hands held upward.

Celebrate Black History Month in Michigan

Michigan has a rich African-American history. Here's a roundup of events taking place around the state to celebrate Black History Month.

Susie’s Story: Surviving a “Widowmaker” Heart Attack

Ambulance at the entrance of an emergency room.

Ambulance at the entrance of an emergency room.

February is American Heart Month. We've partnered with the American Heart Association to share stories of heart disease survivors and heart health ambassadors.

Rosalind Davis posing in front of a tree on the beach.

Rosalind Davis posing in front of a tree on the beach.

Rosalind’s Story: Cardiac Nurse Loses 140 Pounds to Protect Her Heart

February is American Heart Month. We've partnered with the American Heart Association to share stories of heart disease survivors and heart health ambassadors.

Ashley’s Story: Facing Open Heart Surgery at 19

Image of felt heart with bandage on it, red stethoscope on blue background.

Image of felt heart with bandage on it, red stethoscope on blue background.

February is American Heart Month. We've partnered with the American Heart Association to share stories of heart disease survivors and heart health ambassadors.

Mother with kids are skiing together down the ski slope. Everybody is laughing happily.

Mother with kids are skiing together down the ski slope. Everybody is laughing happily.

Hitting the Slopes: 6 Michigan Ski Retreats and Tours

Make the most out of Michigan winter and head for the snowy hills. Check out the season's best ski retreats and tours.

Midland’s Dow Tennis Classic Inspires Next Generation of Players

Little girl playing tennis on an indoor court.

Little girl playing tennis on an indoor court.

Visit Midland during the Dow Tennis Classic, which hosts high-caliber professionals and offers plenty of opportunities for kids and adults to get in the game.

View from the Ferris Wheel at Tip-Up Town USA, Houghton Lake, Michigan

View from the Ferris Wheel at Tip-Up Town USA, Houghton Lake, Michigan

Celebrate Winter at these Michigan Festivals

Get out of the house and enjoy the cold at one of these winter festivals taking place around Michigan.

Make Time to Volunteer All Year Long

volunteer all year long

volunteer all year long

Volunteering is a way to take pride in and give back to your community. The great state of Michigan is filled with opportunities - find your fit here.