The Lesser Known Michigan Tradition Of Eating Muskrat For Lent
Lenten Fridays have long been reserved for community fish fries in Catholic communities, but there has been a long tradition in communities south of Detroit of gathering to eat Muskrat.
Animals
MI’s Attorney General Vows to End Puppy Mills in the State
Americans unknowingly spend $1 billion/year on puppy scams.
Lynx Released into the Upper Peninsula
A Canada Lynx was released into the Upper Peninsula yesterday, April 15.
Geese, Ducks or Swans Nesting Nearby? See How to be a Good Neighbor
Learn what to do and what not to do if your find geese, ducks or swans nesting on your property.
The Red Panda at John Ball Zoo has a Girlfriend!
Well, he has a mate; now we just need Andy Cohen to see if there's a 'Love Connection'!
Why Was There a Camel at a West Michigan PetSmart? [Video]
This is way cooler than seeing a dog.
Alleged Poacher Killed by Elephant & Then Eaten by Lions in South Africa
A skull and a pair of pants were all that were left behind.
Beaver Found and Rescued on Sixth Street Bridge in Grand Rapids
The beaver was soon brought to Wildlife Rehab Center.
Geese are Attacking Students on EMU’s Campus [Video]
Just another sign that spring is here in Michigan.
Grand Rapids ‘Puppy Cafe’ April Fools’ Day Joke Angers Many
A good joke or did they go too far?
John Ball Zoo’s Beloved Lion, Bakari, Has Died
It's with heavy hearts that we report that the John Ball Zoo's beloved 12-year-old female African lion, Bakari, has died.
MI Man Accidentally Shoots Himself Trying to Kill a Cockroach
I'm not sure what's worse... this... or those stories you hear about people who burn their house after trying to kill a spider.