After Grand Rapids was called a “dying city” in 2011, thousands of people joined together to create the massive Grand Rapids LipDub video in response.
April 29, 1813: The Simple Invention That Helped Build Michigan’s Auto Empire
An early rubber patent on April 29, 1813 helped lay the foundation for Michigan’s automotive industry, where rubber became essential to building cars.
When Michigan Lowered the Drinking Age… and Immediately Regretted It
In the 1970s, Michigan lowered its drinking age to 18—only to see an influx of teens from neighboring states and a spike in accidents. Here’s how it backfired.