Pure Michigan

One of Michigan’s most iconic destinations is getting national attention again, landing a top 5 spot on USA Today’s Best Small Towns in the Midwest list for 2026.

Hunting morels in Michigan is like a treasure hunt. With help from the DNR map, your chances of finding them just got better.

From childcare to housing, the cost of raising a child adds up fast. A new report breaks down what families are paying nationwide—and where Michigan fits in.

About 1 in 5 Michigan residents are seniors. When aging parents need expensive care, could the state make their children pay?

After going viral in 2024, Michigan’s creative “I Voted” sticker contest is returning for the 2026 midterms.

Short on time this summer? Here are 7 iconic Michigan experiences to squeeze in before pumpkin spice season shows up.

Michigan summers are gorgeous, but let’s be honest—they’re also full of small annoyances, from mosquito bites to melty ice cream.

Fordite, also called Detroit agate, is a stunning, man-made “gem” made right here in Michigan. Learn how it's created.

It's berry picking season in Mid-Michigan! For delicious strawberries, here's where to pick your own fruit and what to know before you go.

Michigan's largest indoor waterpark is open and ready for visitors!

If you’ve done 7 of these 10 things, welcome to the club.

Shopping at a place called Dollar Tree, it's sure to have some deals. However, not everything there is the biggest bang for your buck. See 9 things to avoid buying at a Michigan Dollar Tree.