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      <title>It’s Stinkbug Season In Michigan – Here’s How To Keep Them Out</title>
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      <title>Flowers Are At Peak Bloom For Tulip Time Festival In Holland, MI</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:45:23 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Celebrating all things Dutch, the Tulip Time Festival in Holland, Michigan draws visitors from across the globe each year. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/tulip-time-holland-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
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      <title>It's Happening! Carriage Horses Return To Mackinac Island</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2024 18:37:39 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Carriage horses return in anticipation of the 2024 busy season on Mackinac Island, Michigan. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/horses-return-mackinac-island/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Carriage horses return in anticipation of the 2024 busy season on Mackinac Island, Michigan. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/horses-return-mackinac-island/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Gordon]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Michigan is Home to the Mushroom Capital of the United States</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 18:02:43 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[May is Morel Month in Michigan!  <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/mesick-michigan-mushroom-festival/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[May is Morel Month in Michigan!  <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/mesick-michigan-mushroom-festival/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Gordon]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Smell Something Awful in Michigan? It Could Be Your Tree</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2024 13:16:34 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The Bradford Pear tree has an enchanting appearance...and a notoriously foul odor. <a href="https://wgrd.com/spring-fall-beauty-foul-smell/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Bradford Pear tree has an enchanting appearance...and a notoriously foul odor. <a href="https://wgrd.com/spring-fall-beauty-foul-smell/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2024 17:59:33 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Michiganders are encouraged to plant pollinator-friendly flowers and grass in their garden this season to protect the bee and pollinator population across the state <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/michigan-garden-bees-pollinators/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Gordon]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Is It Seriously Going to Snow in Michigan This Week?</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2024 18:36:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Sorry, Michigan, it looks like winter isn't quite over yet. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/84/p/snow-in-michigan-this-week/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Sorry, Michigan, it looks like winter isn&apos;t quite over yet. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/84/p/snow-in-michigan-this-week/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tony LaBrie]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Happy Spring Michigan – More Snow On The Way</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 15:43:55 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Springtime in Michigan takes an unexpected turn with snow in late March, disappointing residents eager for warmer weather. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/84/p/happy-spring-michigan-more-snow-on-the-way/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Maggie Meadows]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Here’s When Michigan Can Expect Its Last Frost</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:17:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[While we may not see any more snow storms in Michigan, the freeze and frost will linger.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/michigan-last-frost-2024/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[While we may not see any more snow storms in Michigan, the freeze and frost will linger.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/michigan-last-frost-2024/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jess Poxson]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Are Bradford Pear Trees Banned In The State Of Michigan?</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:05:15 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Also known as the Callery pear, the Bradford pear tree is considered to be invasive and a threat to native species in Michigan. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/callery-bradford-pear-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Also known as the Callery pear, the Bradford pear tree is considered to be invasive and a threat to native species in Michigan. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/callery-bradford-pear-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Prepared To Plant: How To Grow The Best Flowers, Fruits And Veggies In Michigan</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2024 11:44:22 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[If you're not sure when to plant those flowers, fruits or veggies these are the times when experts recommended. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/44/p/prepared-to-plant-how-to-grow-the-best-flowers-fruits-and-veggies-in-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you&apos;re not sure when to plant those flowers, fruits or veggies these are the times when experts recommended. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/44/p/prepared-to-plant-how-to-grow-the-best-flowers-fruits-and-veggies-in-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Big Joe Pesh]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>ALERT: Michigan DNR Warns Fire Season Has Already Arrived</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2024 19:34:30 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The Michigan DNR warns a dry summer and mild winter have given an early start to spring fire season across the state. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/michigan-dnr-fire-season/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Michigan DNR warns a dry summer and mild winter have given an early start to spring fire season across the state. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/michigan-dnr-fire-season/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Gordon]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Here's When Your Favorite Ice Cream Stands Open in West Michigan</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:00:26 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[West Michigan locals welcome a taste of summer as their favorite local drive-ins and ice cream stands open for the season. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/ice-cream-open-west-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[West Michigan locals welcome a taste of summer as their favorite local drive-ins and ice cream stands open for the season. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/ice-cream-open-west-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Yes, Winter Tornadoes Have Happened Before in Kalamazoo County</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2024 18:38:44 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[With the extreme temperature drop came severe weather and a tornado warning for Kalamazoo County. Has Southwest Michigan ever seen a winter tornado before? <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/winter-tornado-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[With the extreme temperature drop came severe weather and a tornado warning for Kalamazoo County. Has Southwest Michigan ever seen a winter tornado before? <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/winter-tornado-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>15 Reasons Why Spring is the Worst Season in Michigan</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2024 15:13:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Of all the seasons that Michigan experiences, spring is by far the worst. And here's why... <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/694/p/spring-worst-season-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
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      <title>What Does A 'Lost Winter' Mean For Michigan And The Midwest?</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2024 15:04:42 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Michigan and the Midwest are experiencing record high winter temperatures and dwindling snowfall which experts are calling The Lost Winter. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/lost-winter-michigan-midwest/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Michigan and the Midwest are experiencing record high winter temperatures and dwindling snowfall which experts are calling The Lost Winter. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/lost-winter-michigan-midwest/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>8 Tips For Michiganders To Prepare Your Yard And Home For Spring</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 25 Feb 2024 16:03:11 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[While we're not entirely out of the woods Michiganders can still prep for spring's arrival with these 8 tips for home and garden. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/michigan-home-yard-prep-spring/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[While we&apos;re not entirely out of the woods Michiganders can still prep for spring&apos;s arrival with these 8 tips for home and garden. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/michigan-home-yard-prep-spring/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Michigan Daylight Saving Time – The Countdown To ‘Spring Forward’ Is On</title>
      <link>https://wgrd.com/ixp/84/p/michigan-daylight-saving-time/</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 17:21:57 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Michigan residents eagerly await Daylight Saving Time for longer daylight hours. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/84/p/michigan-daylight-saving-time/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Michigan residents eagerly await Daylight Saving Time for longer daylight hours. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/84/p/michigan-daylight-saving-time/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Maggie Meadows]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Winter Allergies? Here's What's Making You Sneeze in Michigan</title>
      <link>https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/winter-allergies-in-michigan/</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2024 15:04:24 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Allergy suffers in Michigan shouldn't expect relief in winter thanks to tree pollen like Maples, which can begin pollinating in late February. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/winter-allergies-in-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Allergy suffers in Michigan shouldn&apos;t expect relief in winter thanks to tree pollen like Maples, which can begin pollinating in late February. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/winter-allergies-in-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Michiganders Should Avoid Buying These 13 Items in February</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 04 Feb 2024 11:02:11 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[From winter sports equipment to flower arrangements, these are the 13 items every Michigan resident should avoid buying during the month of February. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/worst-month-to-buy-in-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[From winter sports equipment to flower arrangements, these are the 13 items every Michigan resident should avoid buying during the month of February. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/worst-month-to-buy-in-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Gordon]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>The Root Beer Stand In Kalamazoo Will Open For Its 93rd Season</title>
      <link>https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/root-beer-stand-kalamazoo-michigan-spring-2024/</link>
      <pubDate>Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:36:19 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Now in its 93rd season, locals can look forward to the return of Kalamazoo's Root Beer Stand on Monday, February 12 2024. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/root-beer-stand-kalamazoo-michigan-spring-2024/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Now in its 93rd season, locals can look forward to the return of Kalamazoo&apos;s Root Beer Stand on Monday, February 12 2024. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/root-beer-stand-kalamazoo-michigan-spring-2024/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Gordon]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Meet Woody the Woodchuck, Michigan's Weather-Predicting Rodent</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 29 Jan 2024 17:26:24 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Much like Punxsutawney Phil, Michigan has its own Groundhog's Day tradition with the weather prognosticating rodent Woody the Woodchuck.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/woody-woodchuck-michigan-groundhog-predicts-spring-winter/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Much like Punxsutawney Phil, Michigan has its own Groundhog&apos;s Day tradition with the weather prognosticating rodent Woody the Woodchuck.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/woody-woodchuck-michigan-groundhog-predicts-spring-winter/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Want to Work in Michigan’s Great Outdoors? The DNR is Hiring</title>
      <link>https://wgrd.com/michigan-dnr-hiring-spring-positions/</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 21:34:46 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Would you love to work outside helping Michigan's wildlife thrive? The Michigan DNR is hiring for multiple positions ahead of the spring season. <a href="https://wgrd.com/michigan-dnr-hiring-spring-positions/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Would you love to work outside helping Michigan&apos;s wildlife thrive? The Michigan DNR is hiring for multiple positions ahead of the spring season. <a href="https://wgrd.com/michigan-dnr-hiring-spring-positions/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Janna]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>When Can We Expect Allergy Season To End Here In West Michigan?</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2023 18:33:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Allergy season is in full swing in West Michigan. Here's how long residents can expect it to last and what's causing your sniffles: <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/when-does-allergy-season-end-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Allergy season is in full swing in West Michigan. Here&apos;s how long residents can expect it to last and what&apos;s causing your sniffles: <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/when-does-allergy-season-end-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Gordon]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Get Your Lawn Ready for Summer: 7 Tips for Growing a Lush Michigan Lawn</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 May 2023 11:12:05 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Having a nice yard of grass in Michigan requires some effort and care, especially during the spring season. Here are some tips to help you achieve a lush and healthy lawn. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/44/p/lawn-care-tips-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Having a nice yard of grass in Michigan requires some effort and care, especially during the spring season. Here are some tips to help you achieve a lush and healthy lawn. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/44/p/lawn-care-tips-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Big Joe Pesh]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>These 8 Spring Pests Are Getting Ready To Invade Michigan Homes</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:28:29 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[After a long Michigan winter, the thought of spring is so exciting. But with the good, comes the bad... creepy and crawly bugs. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/44/p/spring-pests-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[After a long Michigan winter, the thought of spring is so exciting. But with the good, comes the bad... creepy and crawly bugs. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/44/p/spring-pests-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Here's A Big List of Where To Play Bocce Ball In Michigan</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Apr 2023 14:00:22 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Some of these places are really cool with some good food and drink to go with it, so I tried to track down all the places where you could professionally play the game in Michigan. Here’s what I found. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/690/p/bocce-ball-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Some of these places are really cool with some good food and drink to go with it, so I tried to track down all the places where you could professionally play the game in Michigan. Here&#x2019;s what I found. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/690/p/bocce-ball-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>When Does Morel Mushroom Hunting Season Start in Michigan?</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 19:35:14 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[May is morel mushroom month in Michigan, but the fruiting season begins in late April. Here's what you need to know about morel hunting in Michigan this season. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/when-does-morel-season-start-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[May is morel mushroom month in Michigan, but the fruiting season begins in late April. Here&apos;s what you need to know about morel hunting in Michigan this season. <a href="https://wgrd.com/ixp/689/p/when-does-morel-season-start-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[It's time to get out of the house and explore Pure Michigan! Here are some must-see destinations to consider for your visit to the Upper Peninsula this spring.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/spring-destinations-michigan-upper-peninsula/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[It&apos;s time to get out of the house and explore Pure Michigan! Here are some must-see destinations to consider for your visit to the Upper Peninsula this spring.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/spring-destinations-michigan-upper-peninsula/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>When Does Maple Sugar Season Start in Michigan?</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The best time for sap production in Michigan is March. Sugar Maple trees in Michigan account for a fifth of maple syrup production in the United States. <a href="https://wgrd.com/michigan-maple-syrup-season/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The best time for sap production in Michigan is March. Sugar Maple trees in Michigan account for a fifth of maple syrup production in the United States. <a href="https://wgrd.com/michigan-maple-syrup-season/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[Known for their plentiful morel mushrooms, the small village of Mesick, Michigan has been called the Mushroom Capital of the United States. <a href="https://wgrd.com/mesick-michigan-mushroom-capital-festival/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Known for their plentiful morel mushrooms, the small village of Mesick, Michigan has been called the Mushroom Capital of the United States. <a href="https://wgrd.com/mesick-michigan-mushroom-capital-festival/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Gordon]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Michigan Spring Forward – Daylight Saving Time Is This Weekend</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 20:08:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The countdown to Daylight Saving Time is on in Michigan. <a href="https://wgrd.com/michigan-spring-forward-countdown-to-daylight-saving-time/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The countdown to Daylight Saving Time is on in Michigan. <a href="https://wgrd.com/michigan-spring-forward-countdown-to-daylight-saving-time/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Spring in December? – West Michigan Could See A 60 Degree Day Next Week</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2021 13:15:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Get out your sandals, shorts, and tank tops because West Michigan is going to experience some warm weather next week. <a href="https://wgrd.com/spring-in-december-west-michigan-could-see-a-60-degree-day-next-week/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Get out your sandals, shorts, and tank tops because West Michigan is going to experience some warm weather next week. <a href="https://wgrd.com/spring-in-december-west-michigan-could-see-a-60-degree-day-next-week/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Steven Bohner]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Take A Free, Guided Walking Tour of Grand Rapids’ Outside Art</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2021 22:36:43 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Looking for something to do outside this spring? Explore Grand Rapids' pubic art with these free tours.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/take-a-free-guided-walking-tour-of-grand-rapids-outside-art/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Looking for something to do outside this spring? Explore Grand Rapids&apos; pubic art with these free tours.  <a href="https://wgrd.com/take-a-free-guided-walking-tour-of-grand-rapids-outside-art/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Rob Sparks]]></dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2021 02:30:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Is your match "COVID worthy?" <a href="https://wgrd.com/tinder-giving-away-free-covid-19-tests-to-matches/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Is your match &quot;COVID worthy?&quot; <a href="https://wgrd.com/tinder-giving-away-free-covid-19-tests-to-matches/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Christine]]></dc:creator>
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