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How many of these will we get as Megadeth continues their farewell tour?

Yelp data reveals Michigan’s best seafood spot, and it’s not on a coastline.

Michigan's Adventure wasn't always the only game in town. Here's a look back at the amusement parks that came before it.

Ride 4,000+ miles of Michigan trails without buying a permit during the DNR's Free ORV Weekend on August 15–16, 2026. Standard safety equipment is still required, but entry and licensing fees are waived all weekend long.

7 Mares Restaurant in Grand Rapids needs our help rebuilding after a fire! Enjoy authentic Mexican food at their Oakdale Park Church parking lot fundraiser from August 14-16 to directly support their staff and recovery efforts.

This time it wasn't a cat stuck in a tree, rather it was stranded on an I-94 median near Portage Road.

Michigan's state reptile may be the painted turtle, this isn't why.

Sometimes local history is stranger than fiction, and this Grand Rapids bank robbery case proves it.

Tasting Table named Jos. A. Magnus & Co. in Holland home to the best bourbon in the state. From 120-year-old lost recipes to national awards, see why this West Michigan spot took the top spot.

Beloved book store, Books & Mortar, is officially returning to Cherry Street in Grand Rapids after local buyers stepped in to purchase the shop following its closure announcement.

Concertgoers who regularly attend shows at the new amphitheater have shared tips for finding cheaper parking options, especially for fans willing to take a short walk to the venue

Long before YouTube and Spotify, the Sony Walkman was the must-have music player. Now, this iconic device may be making a comeback.

What started as a relaxing boat trip on Lake Huron quickly turned into a rescue mission after two friends discovered a raccoon hiding on board that jumped straight into the open water.

Michigan's Adventure, the state's largest amusement park, offers 250 acres of family fun. For generations, Michigan families have made visiting the park a cherished tradition.

A Michigan family turned a Father's Day scratch-off ticket into a life-changing $8 million jackpot, splitting the top prize equally between a dad and his two sons.

An incredible meteor shower is coming to Grand Rapids next week, and it could be the best one in years.

We dug into 8 movies that claim a Michigan setting but were actually filmed in a completely different location.

A new scam is targeting families with loved ones in Michigan jails and prisons. Fraudsters are sending fake Attorney General emails via JPay promising early inmate release for money. Here is how to spot the scam and report it.