Lauren is thrilled to be back home in West Michigan! A graduate of Allegan High School and GVSU, she started her broadcasting career in Grand Rapids before moving around the Midwest to do radio in states like Nebraska and Missouri. When she's not on the air she's playing darts at the local breweries, antiquing, or chasing around the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. Seriously.
Lauren Gordon
This Cursed Part of Lake Michigan is Known as ‘Death’s Door’
The passage known as "Death's Door" connects Lake Michigan to Green Bay and has claimed over 275 ships.
Charming Michigan Town Named For Best Main Street Shopping in State
The village of under 700 is located in Michigan's upper peninsula and was first settled in 1864. Downtown Calumet is on the National Register of Historic Places
What You Should Know About the Latest Scams Circulating Michigan
Phishing and smishing, call it what you will, the following scams are on the rise across Michigan:
State of Michigan’s Official 2023 Christmas Tree is Actually a Touching Tribute
The State of Michigan's official 2023 Christmas tree comes from Onaway, Michigan resident Vic Ruppert and his family as a tribute to his late wife Shirley.
Michigan Masterpiece: U of M Alum and Director Celebrates 40 Years of “The Big Chill”
Inspired by his time studying at the University of Michigan, Oscar nominated director Lawrence Kasdan celebrates the 40th anniversary of "The Big Chill"
New Deadly Insect Found in Ohio and Indiana, Could Michigan Be Next?
Found in neighboring states Indiana and Ohio, can Michiganders expect to see invasive new deadly Asian longhorned tick in Michigan?
Did You Know A Lansing, MI Company Introduced the First Riding Lawn Mower?
Lansing's Ideal Power Mower Company is credited with introducing the World's First Riding Lawn Mower in 1921.
Why Does This Small Town in New York Celebrate “Michigan Month” Each July?
Each July the small town of Plattsburgh, New York dedicates the entire month to their signature "Michigan" hot dog. Michiganders refer to these as "Coney dogs."
Fireflies or Lightning Bugs: Which Term Do We Prefer Here in Michigan?
Now that they've finally started appearing in yard across West Michigan, which term do Michiganders prefer to use: firefly or lightning bug?
5 Unsuspecting Ways Your License Plate Could Get You In Trouble In Michigan
Before your next road trip across Pure Michigan, make sure you're not breaking any of these rules when it comes to your Michigan license plate and registration.
Fact or Fiction: In Michigan You’re Never More Than 85 Miles From A Great Lake
Many sources claim in Michigan you're never more than 85 miles from one of the Great Lakes, but is that actually true?
Move Over Lilacs, Michigan’s Heirloom Peonies Are At Peak Bloom!
Now in its 101st year the peonies at W.E. Upjohn Garden at Nichols Arboretum on the University of Michigan campus is now in peak bloom.