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Yes, yes — I think we can all agree that the way in which Michigan's budget for 2026 came to be was probably unconstitutional, needlessly divisive, and ridiculously and dangerously opaque. In short, a disaster and counter to how representational government should function.

Wanting to take part in some of the fall festivities around Michigan this weekend? Michigan Public is here to help! Check out some of these fun, interesting, and timely events across Michigan from October 10-12.

Unless you listen to the likes of Stephen Miller (and nobody should), you know that people are essentially the same all over the world. We are all human and susceptible to the worst human inclinations: hate, fear, willful ignorance, bigotry, racism, toxic ideology, etc. And, unfortunately, a common consequence is violence.

Pop has long been the accepted Midwesternism for a sweet carbonated beverage. But could that be changing? On Hand digs into the history of the pop vs. soda debate—and Michigan's linguistic preferences today.

Wanting to soak up the last warm days of the year, but not sure what to do? Michigan Public is here to help! Check out some of these fun, interesting, and timely events across Michigan from October 3-5.

It wouldn't be a very Michigander thing to say that Michiganders are better than anybody else. After all, modesty is one of our more endearing traits. But it's not wrong to say that there is a special practicality about us.

Need help finding plans for your weekend? Want to know what's happening in your community? Here are 24 events happening across the state September 26-28 that we think are worth your time.

What goes into a rescue at the Sleeping Bear Dunes, and how to not need one yourself.

Need help finding plans for your weekend? Want to know what's happening in your community? Here are 24 events happening across the state September 19-21 that we think are worth your time.

Need help finding plans for your weekend? Want to know what's happening in your community? Here are 24 events happening across the state September 5-7 that we think are worth your time.