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The Holiday season is here, and we’re celebrating with a special lineup of programs to bring light, warmth, and joy in the days to come. From Thanksgiving traditions to reflections of Hanukkah to the wonder of Christmas to our memories of 2025, these stories and sounds capture the spirit of the season.
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First, a review of statewide changes to sex education standards. Then, a Yooper's long-time devotion to sunrises. Plus, Michigan Public's On Hand took a deep dive into why Kalamazoo shows up in so many songs. -
Bring the whole family together this holiday season with our curated list of must-see family-friendly holiday movies! From timeless classics and animated adventures to new releases filled with festive cheer, these heartwarming films are perfect for all ages. -
Ira Glass returns to Ann Arbor for his fifth Ann Arbor Summer Festival Appearance on June 20, 2026 at the Power Center. -
A new survey of centenarians finds a growing number of people living to 100 have prioritized healthy habits. Here's how exercise, social connection and positivity play a role in aging well. -
Brooke Rollins has made a case for sweeping changes to food aid programs by claiming USDA has uncovered "massive fraud." But she and USDA haven't provided the underlying data or any evidence. -
A major snowstorm in the Midwest and Great Lakes is affecting Thanksgiving travelers. Forecasters warn of airport delays and slowed traffic as snow could fall at more than an inch per hour. -
Now that we can "download" some "mashups," we should talk about how these words have changed over time. -
Lifeline H2O replaces a program that served 29,000 households at its peak. Only 5,000 will get into the new program. Advocates demand more funding for water affordability. -
Towns around Mid-Michigan are having various activities and events to drawn shoppers on Saturday, November 29. -
MSU Extension reported sightings of invasive jumping worms in parts of the state. They recommend inspecting home gardens and taking preventive measures. -
I'm thankful that there are elected officials, leaders, and everyday people who continue to try to do the right thing. They are out there speaking truth to power at a time when it seems like it has never been more difficult to do so. -
The Black Keys, Glenn Miller, Ben Folds, Paul Russell. What do all these artists have in common? They've all sung about Kalamazoo. But why? How did "Kalamazoo" make it into so many songs?
The Dish, hosted by Mercedes Mejia, brings you behind the scenes with Michigan’s most inspiring chefs and culinary talents. Learn how food connects these chefs to their cultures, and strengthens our communities, one dish at a time.
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Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon previews the Lions' Thanksgiving game against the Packers and the 2025 edition of Michigan vs. Ohio State. -
Beckstrom, 20, was an Army specialist from Summersville, W.Va. She entered the service in 2023. President Trump said the second Guard member who was shot, Andrew Wolfe, "is fighting for his life." -
NASA has made sure that the International Space Station is well stocked for a Thanksgiving meal full of treats. Here's what's on the menu. -
One journalist gifted Pope Leo XIV a Thanksgiving pumpkin pie as he began his first overseas tour to Turkey and Lebanon, accompanied by the world's press.
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