Best of Michigan - What You Never Knew You Wanted to Know About Michigan
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Living in Michigan one day at a time for over 30 years
Michigan is a wonderful place to live (despite what the national media might portray) and I want to help get the word out.
Some of the things you will find here will include - Michigan Trivia, Michigan Travel Information, Michigan Recipes, and much more. Be sure to check out the list of Michigan's State Symbols at the bottom of this lens.
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All Things Michigan recent articles
Here are some of the recent articles that I have posted at my blog, All Things Michigan. I usually post a couple of articles every weekday. Sometimes, if I see something of interest on the weekend I will post then too. Enjoy!
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byMichigan's Best Burger & Fries
I have started this list with a few places that I enjoy. Feel free to add who you think makes the best burger & fries in Michigan and vote 'em up.
I will remove any chain restaurants or those located outside of Michigan. This list is in response to the "Michigan's Best" list that the Detroit News ran and the category for Best Burger & Fries contained chain restaurants.
C'mon I have had a Burger & Fries at a lot of places in Michigan that will beat any chain (especially fast food) restaurant hands down.
How about you?
The Bonnie Burger
One of my favorite memories of living in Lansing was this burger. Oh man, my mouth waters just thinking about the 1/4 pound charbroiled steakburger, 1/4 pound shaved ham, American cheese, swiss cheese, with whatever condiments you wanted on it all put together on a sesame seed bun.<br /><br />
Bonnie's Place, Lansing, Michigan2 points
Redamak's Burger
This is billed as the Hamburger that made New Buffalo, Michigan Famous. I haven't had the opportunity to try it yet, but it sounds pretty good and customers rave about it.<br /><br />
Redamak's, New Buffalo, Michigan1 point
Mighty Mac Hamburgers
You won't find too many places on Mackinac Island where you can eat on the cheap. Mighty Mac Hamburgers not only serves up deliciously greasy burgers and fries, but they do it on the cheap (well, cheap for Mackinac Island anyway).
I just remember how wonderful it was to smell fries and burgers after being overwhelmed by the mingled odor of fudge and horse manure.0 points
Big Bear Burger
A one pound burger in a behemoth bun topped with ham, yes ham, and other secret ingredients smothered in cheese. It will feed 4 peoople. At the Brown Bear Bar (notexactly sure of the bar's name, but on Main St. ) in Shelby, MI and Pentwater, Mi0 points
The White House in Clare
The White House in Clare is known for its fantastic hamburgers. This very small (read tiny) restaurant is popular with locals, bicyclists (near the Pere Marquette Rail Trail), and visitors pausing on their way "up North." In addition, it has what can euphemistically be called "character." A <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ptsdABYMBFc">YouTube Video is available</a>.0 points
Michigan Newspapers
U.P. Newspapers
- The Daily Mining Gazette *
- The Mining Journal *
- Ironwood Daily Globe
- The Daily News *
- The Daily Press *
- Soo Evening News
Lower Peninsula Newspapers
- Cheboygan Tribune
- Petoskey News
- The Alpena News *
- Traverse City Record Eagle
- Cadillac News
- Ludington Daily News *
- The Daily News
- Lansing State Journal *
- Detroit Free Pres *s
- Detroit News *
* RSS feeds available
Rate how well Governor Granholm is doing
Michigan's economy is still struggling. Our state budget is a mess and we are looking at tax increases and/or program cuts.
Here is your chance to have your say. You could have had your say in the November election.
Maybe you did and you are happy with the results. Maybe you voted and are not so happy with the way things are going.
Tiny Tidbits from Michigan
Little news from Michigan
- nortman
- aka Andrew Norton
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- I need to make time to update the Thesis theme to 1.6. My 'to do' list keeps growing as the day goes on . . .
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- Get geared up for the Dylan concert at the Fox tonight with Subterranean Homesick Blues http://tinysong.com/6HQR
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- RT: @OFFICIAL_TIGERS: Ernie Harwell interview with Bob Costas airs Tue., Nov.17 at 8 p.m. on MLB Network.
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- Wow. RT: @sazbean: 48% of visitors on e-commerce websites don’t buy due to lack of usability - http://bit.ly/498aeN
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- It's that time of year :) RT: @RNorthTravMag: According to MiSkiReport.com Boyne fired up the snow guns last night at 10:15 ....
My Top 5 Favorite Michigan websites
- The Detroit Free Press - tons of statewide news, events, politics, and sports coverage.
- Michigan.gov - Michigan's award winning state website. I can't even summarize the plethora of information that is available there. Go check it out and see for yourself. :)
- Michigan Historical Markers - Jim Brennan has painstakingly taken pictures of the hundreds of state historical markers and categorized them with short descriptions and notes. He also includes Google maps of each markers locations. If you are interested in Michigan history you should definitely visit his site.
- BoatNerd.com - Interested in Great Lakes freighters? History, news, and current information fill this site. My favorite part is the map showing current positions of freighters and salties (ocean going vessels).
- All Things Michigan - I love my blog and from the visitor numbers I know that a large number of other folks do to. I update it almost every day (about 99% of the time) with current state news, recipes, Michigan photos, political news, events, and much more.
State of Michigan Newswire
Recent news and headlines from the State of Michigan.
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byShare what you like about Michigan
With so much negativity in the air these days here in Michigan I thought it would be nice for fellow Michiganders, former residents as well as visitors to our fine state to share what you like/enjoy about Michigan.
BiciParker wrote...
Water! I like the waters of Michigan -- the lakes (Great and small), rivers and streams. Awesome wet (and green) place. Fall in Michigan is a photographer's dream!
Posted August 08, 2009
BlueDogGreens wrote...
We are blessed with excellent soil from the glaciers.
Posted December 20, 2008
grannysage wrote...
I voted for the Copper Harbor lighthouse because I grew up in Copper Harbor and I find it to be the most beautiful. And the UP is the best! I really enjoyed my time on this lens, Great Work! The videos are fun. I could almost see my parents dancing in the Finn Hall video.
Posted April 15, 2008
JanetG wrote...
Spring and fall in Michigan are absolutely gorgeous. Summer near the big lake, Lake Michigan, keeps my West Michigan cool. Love your lens. Visit me at Inside West Michigan www.squidoo.com/westmichigan
Posted September 10, 2007
LibertyBelle wrote...
Hi,I was born and raised in Michigan. Have lived in Florida and Georgia since 1976. Enough is enough. I am fixing to retire and just want to go home. Michigan may be cold, but the people are warm and down to earth. "There's No Place Like Home, There's No PLace Like Home".Did you hear my heels click?
Posted July 29, 2007
Support our State and Buy Michigan Products
- Find tons of great Michigan products!
- BuyMichiganProducts.com was started by Ryan Anderson back in October of 2004. Jobs and businesses have been leaving Michigan on a weekly basis and Ryan wants to make sure everyone knows about the great Michigan-based companies that you can support by purchasing from them.
- Buy Michigan Now
- This site is dedicated to restoring hope, celebrating our successes, and building a strong, vibrant, and diverse Michigan economy. You can search for Michigan businesses and products and share some of your favorite things about Michigan.
Essential books to learn more about Michigan
Michigan: A History of the Wolverine State
This is THE definitive history of Michigan. Very in-depth. My personal favorite.
Amazon Price: $27.36 (as of 11/06/2009) 
Michigan Atlas & Gazetteer
I bought this same Michigan Atlas quite a few years ago and it has been worth every penny. The detail of the tiniest roads in Michigan has allowed me to travel off the beaten path without getting lost or having to stop for directions.
Amazon Price: $11.37 (as of 11/06/2009)
50 Hikes in Michigan: The Best Walks, Hikes, and Backpacks in the Lower Peninsula
If you enjoy hiking and biking this book will point you in the right direction for some of the best trails in Michigan.
Amazon Price: $12.21 (as of 11/06/2009)
Michigan Trivia (Trivia Fun)
Loads of interesting facts about Michigan geography, entertainment, history, arts and literature, sports and leisure, and science and nature. Really neat little book full of fun facts. Excellent resource for any papers or projects your youngster might need to do on Michigan.
Amazon Price: (as of 11/06/2009)
Michigan State Parks: A Complete Recreation Guide
I know I am biased, but I think that Michigan has some of the best state parks in the country. You don't know what a great deal you have until you travel to other states. This book provides a great reference to our state park system.
Amazon Price: $16.95 (as of 11/06/2009)
Some Little Known Michigan Facts
- The first railroad chartered in Michigan in 1832 was The Erie and Kalamazoo.
- Michigan ranks first nationally in the production of blueberries. Yum!
- Did you know that the Jiffy brand of mixes is made in little old Chelsea at the Chelsea Milling Company?
Now you do! - Gogebic County is believed to be home to the last stagecoach holdup in the U.S. The holdup took place August 16, 1889.
- Michigan's first television station was WWJ-TV out of Detroit in 1957.
Michigan Products and Such
- Gift Baskets From Michigan
- My wife and I started Gift Baskets From Michigan back in the fall of 2002. We had been putting gift baskets filled with great Michigan products together for weddings and decided we wanted to make a business out of it. We have a lot of fun finding (and tasting) new Michigan products and putting it all together in great gift baskets.
- Delicious Recipes from Michigan
- Wonderful recipes for desserts, bread, meals, and more.
Pictures of Michigan Lighthouses
The Great Lakes state is home to a bevy of beautiful lighthouses. There are some really unique ones out there amongst the ones familiar to us all.
Vote on your favorite Michigan Lighthouse photo!
The Great Lakes
Millions of tons of freight are moved on the Great Lakes each year and tons of fish are harvested from the waters each season.
However, if we continue to pollute and drain these lakes will we one day look back and think of today as the "good old days" when there was plenty of water?
Here are some books on the Great Lakes to make you think and shed some light on the colorful history of the lakes.
The Day the Great Lakes Drained Away
Amazon Price: $18.95 (as of 11/06/2009)
The Great Lakes Water Wars
Amazon Price: $15.12 (as of 11/06/2009)
Commercial Ships on the Great Lakes: A Photo Gallery
Amazon Price: $22.76 (as of 11/06/2009)
S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Car Ferry (Images of America: Michigan)
Amazon Price: $17.99 (as of 11/06/2009)
The Living Great Lakes: Searching for the Heart of the Inland Seas
Amazon Price: $10.17 (as of 11/06/2009)
Top news from the State of Michigan
This is the top news from the state of Michigan website, Michigan.gov. Topics include Education, Taxes, our Economy, and more.
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byVote on your favorite Yooper video
I love Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The tough souls who live up there refer to themselves as Yoopers.
Here are some of their videos chronicling life in the U.P. Vote on your favorite!
Michigan's State Symbols
- State Game Animal - Whitetail Deer
- State Bird - Robin
- State Tree - White Pine
- State Soil - Kalkaska
- State Wildflower - Dwarf Lake Iris
- State Gem - Isle Royale Greenstone
- State Stone - Petoskey
- State Reptile - Politicians - Just Kidding! It is the Painted Turtle
- State Fish - Brook Trout
- State Motto - If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about you.
- State Flag
Hot Michigan Travel Deals
Michigan is a great travel destination no matter the season. Our beautiful lakes (both Great and regular), rivers, lighthouses, golf courses, state parks, and more await!
List of Michigan Universities
P.S. They are in alphabetical order so as not to show any particular interest in an individual university.
- Central Michigan University
- Location: Mount Pleasant, MI
Founded: 1892
Enrollment: 24,735 (2005) - Eastern Michigan University
- With 24,000 students of all ages and walks of life from around the globe, we are able to combine a world-class university with a thriving, connected community environment.
- Ferris State University
- Ferris State University has Michigan College Campuses in Big Rapids MI, Grand Rapids MI, and Satellite College Campus Locations Across Michigan.
- Grand Valley State University
- Grand Valley State University educates students to shape their lives, their professions and their societies. The university contributes to the enrichment of society through excellent teaching, active scholarship and public service.
- Lake Superior State University - A Superior University
- Lake Superior State University values a personal approach to education, providing access to faculty and staff, and a high quality experience with a practical, technical education paired with the best of liberal arts tradition.
- Michigan State University
- Michigan State University - formerly known as Michigan Agricultural College (M.A.C).
Michigan State University has been advancing knowledge and transforming lives through innovative teaching, research, and outreach for more than 150 years. - Michigan Tech University
- Offering students a top college education through the Michigan Technological University College of Engineering, College of Sciences and Arts, School of Business and Economics, School of Forestry Resources and Environmental Science, and School of Technology
- Northern Michigan University - Northern. Naturally.
- Northern Michigan University, located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, is a four-year, public, coeducational university which offers 180 degree programs to nearly 9,400 undergraduate and graduate students.
- Oakland University
- Oakland University celebrates the 50th anniversary of its founding in 2007. When it opened in 1959, 570 students were enrolled, and the charter class graduated in 1963 with 125 students receiving diplomas. Today, nearly 18,000 students attend classes at OU each fall, and our alumni number more than 73,000.
- Saginaw Valley State University
- Something More, Something Better. Featuring accredited Undergraduate and Graduate Programs with programs in all areas; further enhance your education at Saginaw Valley State University.
- University of Michigan
- An institution of higher learning known for research, academics and athletics, the University of Michigan offers undergraduate and graduate programs.
- Wayne State University
- Wayne State University - the intellectual hub of Detroit. Whether developing a 75-acre research and technology park or hosting the Detroit Festival of the Arts, WSU is a catalyst for the region's social, cultural, economic and educational enrichment.
- Western Michigan University
- Western Michigan University is a dynamic, student-centered research university with an enrollment of 25,000. WMU is focused on delivering high-quality undergraduate instruction, advancing its growing graduate division and fostering significant research activities.
by AllThingsMichigan
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