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From the 1700s to today, the way we play euchre has evolved in so many ways. Today, we’re sharing stories from two listeners who have taken that tradition and made the game their own.

It seems like everyone in Michigan knows how to play euchre — or has at least heard of it — but was the card game actually invented here, and what's the history behind it?

A look at Governor Gretchen Whitmer's State of the State address. Plus, one of this year's Rhodes Scholars from Michigan is a UM alum. Then, Detroit high school students advocate for accommodations during Ramadan, and a Michigan judge remembers the life and career of Lucile Watts, the first African-American woman elected to a Michigan circuit court.

We've covered a lot of stories this year. From first flights to a program by Ann Arbor's public library, let's go through some feel good stories from this year.

Gubernatorial beef over "Michigander" vs. "Michiganian".

First, new research on the Rx Kids initiative, an unconditional cash prescription program during pregnancy and infancy, tracking outcomes for families who participated in Flint. Then, a defense of "Michiganian" with Michigan Public's On Hand. Plus, an interview with a teen journalist who already claims five years of experience in the field.

First, we heard more about reports that Michigan is sharing voter roll information with the Department of Justice. Then, we learned about the Music House Museum and how federal cuts threaten its survival. Also, a participating artist spoke with us about a Grand Rapids ArtPrize exhibition. Plus, we dove into the history of the word "Michigander" with Michigan Public's new podcast, On Hand. Have any burning questions about the things that make Michigan, Michigan? Submit them to the pod here!

Are people from Michigan called Michiganders or Michiganians? Discover the history and timeline behind how politics played a part in the state's nickname.

We looked at the Michigan impact of cuts at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Then, singer-songwriter May Erlewine gave us insights on her latest album. And, a professor's new book argues that business schools are failing to prepare their students for the future.

Today, we talk to Jason Singer, better known as Michigander, about the inspiration behind his upcoming debut album.