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Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Plaidurday on Friday October 2nd

Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Plaidurday on Friday October 2nd

September 30, 2020
by Chris Katje
Arts and Entertainment

Plaidurday is a holiday created by Michigan native Bugsy Sailor. The first celebration of Plaidurday was held on October 7, 2011. The holiday, which celebrates…

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Fall Color in Michigan: Scenic Byways

Fall Color in Michigan: Scenic Byways

September 29, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Part of the fun of a fall color tour is the drive, as each mile showcases different changes of color in the leaves of the…

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The Best Michigan State Parks for Fall Color

The Best Michigan State Parks for Fall Color

September 27, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Fall color in Michigan is among the best in the country (and according to 10best the Upper Peninsula is #1) thanks to our beautiful scenery…

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Root Beer Falls on Planter Creek, Wakefield

Root Beer Falls on Planter Creek, Wakefield

July 11, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

Few Michigan waterfalls are as easy to visit as Root Beer Falls in Wakefield. This small waterfall can be viewed from the side of the…

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10 Coronavirus Vacation Tips For Summer 2020

10 Coronavirus Vacation Tips For Summer 2020

June 30, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Vacation

As we approach the 4th of July weekend, many Michigan residents will soon be hitting the road for vacations they’ve had to wait a bit…

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Photo Gallery: Michigan's Upper Peninsula Lighthouses

Photo Gallery: Michigan’s Upper Peninsula Lighthouses

November 21, 2019
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

Michigan is well-known for its plentiful lighthouses, with more than 100 still standing today on the shores of Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Erie, and…

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Mackinac Bridge Sets Traffic Record in July 2019

Mackinac Bridge Sets Traffic Record in July 2019

September 4, 2019
by Chris Katje
Landmarks

The statistics are out and the Mackinac Bridge set a new traffic record in July. For the month, a total of 612,890 cars crossed the…

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Michigan Beer: The Ultimate Upper Peninsula Brewery Road Trip

Michigan Beer: The Ultimate Upper Peninsula Brewery Road Trip

March 27, 2019
by Jonathan Katje
Breweries

Michigan’s reputation as the “Great Beer State” continues to grow with each year, as the number of breweries increases and the quality of beer improves….

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Kraft Hockeyville USA 2019: Calumet and Cadillac Need Your Votes

Kraft Hockeyville USA 2019: Calumet and Cadillac Need Your Votes

March 25, 2019
by Jonathan Katje
Sports

Two Michigan towns will be looking for votes from all over their country as they seek to be named Kraft Hockeyville USA 2019. Cadillac (Wexford…

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Michigan Waterfall Road Trip: US-2 in the Western Upper Peninsula

Michigan Waterfall Road Trip: US-2 in the Western Upper Peninsula

March 3, 2019
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is home to more than 300 waterfalls. Each year thousands of visitors check out the large cascades at Tahquamenon Falls State Park,…

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