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It turns out, even fast-food joints love to create an origins story for obscure mascots.

It's so dark for so long in Michigan's winter months... why not leave the lights up?

We're putting this Michigan theme park rumor to bed.

Fewer hunters mean more deer all around Michigan.

The reasons for pickles on Christmas trees may surprise you.

Former Flint Mayor James Sharp warned everyone to get used to all the traffic from AutoWorld. That would mean success.

Love Nachos? This is a dream-come-true.

Their bread & seasoned dipping oil is enough reason for most of us.

Bronner's has thousands of lights and an even bigger electric bill. No matter the season, it's always Christmas in Frankenmuth, Michigan.

Only you can make that nutty parking lot safe.

Founded in 1937, Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School in Midland Michigan provides a wide range of classes and activities for new students.

Michigan's natural, seasonal beauty makes tourism great. There aren't many "traps" for visitors, but this one gets in state folks, too.