Kristen Evergreen

Michigan handles snow well, but heat, ice storms, zipper merging, earthquakes, and real mountains expose our unprepared side.

A humorous guide to phrases only outsiders say, revealing what makes Michigan speech unique.

From blizzard Meijer runs to calling 40° spring, Michigan winter habits sound fake—until you live here.

There are telltale signs you're at a Michigan winter house party: chaotic shoe piles and sweet-and-sour meatballs being two of them. See more signs.

Snow days used to mean real winter adventures: sledding, snowballs, rosy cheeks — followed by grilled-cheese crumbs, hot soup, and a cozy living room with TV background noise. This is a nostalgic love letter to those simpler times.

Michigan winters may change in severity — but some things never do. Here are seven things you’ll inevitably see when winter hits.

Mackinac Island is car-free — even in winter. So how do residents get around? Get a glimpse at what winter is like on the island.

Life in Michigan is stunning, but it’s not perfect. From crazy weather to endless potholes, here are 13 red flags every newcomer should know.

Michiganders know the drill: when fall fades into winter, flip-flops get traded for boots, and grills give way to crockpots. Here are 7 classic seasonal swaps.

Fall in Michigan isn’t just donuts and cider. It’s also when you check your furnace, clear gutters, and prep your house to survive another brutal winter.

Play a Michigan fall “Would You Rather?” game! From cider vs. pumpkin spice to football rivalries and haunted fun, see which autumn traditions you’d choose.

The Big Penny bridge in Lansing is more than a clearance hazard—it’s a cult icon celebrated with songs, social media pages, and now PBS fame.