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British sensations Josh and Jase greet fans at the Michigan-Michigan State rivalry football game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026. (Devin Anderson-Torrez | MLive)

Ann Arbor, MI · 14h

The Mary Sue

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Michigan fans arrive at the Ann Arbor Golf Club to tailgate. Then researchers ask them to step into 2 yurts and donate their urine: ‘The Piss Off’

Could your urine be used for good? According to some researchers who are hosting The Piss Off in Michigan, the answer is yes, as some researchers in Michigan prepare to use the football rivalry between Michigan and Michigan State to test a “peecycling” program on a stadium-level scale for the first time. Researchers from Michigan […]

Ann Arbor, MI · 1d

FOX 2 Detroit

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Josh and Jace meet Hugh 'Wolverine' Jackman at Michigan/Michigan State game

Ann Arbor, MI · 13h

The Detroit News

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Wolverine meets Wolverine: Hugh Jackman joins Michigan football

Michigan football has unveiled a special "X" factor ahead of its rivalry matchup against Michigan State. Actor Hugh Jackman, who played Marvel superhero Wolverine across 10 films, is set to serve as an honorary captain for the Wolverine football team in Saturday's game against the Spartans . More: Michigan-Michigan State predictions: Who wins the annual in-state showdown? UM Football announced the special appearance in a social media post shared online about 24 hours ahead of kickoff. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } View this post on Instagram A post shared by Michigan Football (@umichfootball) In the short clip, Jackman, wearing a maize and blue hat and track jacket, says he's excited to support the Wolverines on Saturday."From one Wolverine to the entire Wolverine nation, I'm so pumped to be the honorary captain for the big rivalry, the big game, in the Big House tomorrow," the actor says. "Go Blue!" The 58-year-old Australian also joked that he was even ready to suit up and hit the gridiron. "Is it a simple mistake that I haven't received the playbook yet, on purpose??!" he wrote on Instagram . Michigan (5-3, 2-3 Big Ten) and Michigan State (2-6, 0-5)

Ann Arbor, MI · 1d

Livingston Daily | Daily Press & Argus

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Local creator hopes to open bookshop in Kensington Valley Outlets

A prospective local business owner is eyeing a storefront for books at Kensington Valley Outlets . Hannah Sanchez hopes to raise $38,000 via Kickstarter to open Bumblebee Books in the former Francesca's at 1475 N. Burkhart Road. The campaign offers exclusive rewards for contributors, Sanchez told The Daily. The fundraiser will launch Nov. 7, the same day Sanchez is hosting a pop-up adult romance book fair in the space near Howell. The event invites readers to meet romance authors, purchase signed books and discover new reads 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sanchez said her campaign is all-or-nothing, with an end date Dec. 12. The money would cover the store's buildout and initial inventory, with a possible soft opening in March. More: Brighton resident finds niche in selling books, accessories Sanchez is the owner of Creative by Sanchez, which now does business as Bumblebee Books. The business didn't focus heavily on books until a few years ago , but in that time, she's hosted pop-ups at various locations and events, including the Brighton Farmers Market. According to a previous interview with The Daily, her dream job in high school was working at Barnes and Noble — a dream she was able to realize

Howell, MI · 3d

art-insider.com

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The $1 Million Harry Bertoia Sculpture Found in a Mall Basement, and the Questions Over Its Restoration

It is the kind of story the art world rarely gets: a major sculpture by one of America’s great modernists, lost in a shopping-mall basement for nearly four decades, rediscovered by appraisers, restored and sold to General Motors for a reported $1 million. Months after it went up in GM’s new Detroit headquarters, the tale of Harry Bertoia’s forgotten “clouds” is circulating widely again online, along with questions about how the restoration was done.

Detroit, MI · 1d

elcentralmedia.com

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Día de Muertos Celebration Brings Mexican Traditions to Howell

HOWELL, MI – For one afternoon, the historic Howell Opera House became a celebration of Mexican heritage, where memories of loved ones came to life through art, music, colorful traditions and the unmistakable aroma of homemade tamales. On Sunday, November 1, Latino families and local residents gathered for the second annual Día de Muertos celebration, an event that brought one of Mexico’s most meaningful traditions to the heart of Livingston County.

Howell, MI · 10h

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Beloved Mexican tradition in Oakland County Friday with dancing, crafts and food

Centro Multicultural La Familia will host a Día de Muertos celebration in downtown Pontiac. Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a 3,000-year-old tradition of remembering loved ones who have died. This year’s theme highlights the stories and experiences of people who crossed borders and desertscapes.

Pontiac, MI · 1d

thelivingstonpost.com

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Behind the Curtain: Addison Ries shows her range in The Nutcracker

One of the things that makes ballet so captivating is the range of expression it allows dancers to explore. From precise, powerful movements to playful, spirited performances, each role brings something different to the stage. For Brighton School of Ballet senior dancer Addison Ries, this year’s 40th anniversary production of...

Brighton, MI · 18h

hoodline.com

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Dearborn Screening Brings Iowa Publisher's 382,000-Mile Lincoln Survival Story Home

An Iowa newspaper publisher's 2013 Lincoln MKS, now carrying 382,778 miles as of early November, is the unlikely star of a new documentary short making its way through Michigan theaters this week, including a stop at The Henry Ford in Dearborn Thursday night. The film, titled “The Immortal Lincoln,” traces how Douglas Burns leaned on the car, and an unexpected bond with the factory workers who built it, while he moved through one of the hardest stretches of his life.

Dearborn, MI · 2d

1240 The Ticket

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Patrick Stewart Conducted Michigan's Marching Band In Star Trek Theme, Told Wolverines To Beat Ohio State

Patrick Stewart took the podium with Michigan's marching band two decades ago, leading them through the Star Trek theme before rallying the team to face Ohio State.

Ann Arbor, MI · 1d

News-Herald

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Zac Brown Band brings Vegas energy to town, topping a busy metro area music weekend

It’s been a year of love, fear and a lot of work for Zac Brown and the band that bears his name. During the past 11 months, the Zac Brown band released its ambitious ninth studio album, “Love & Fear” — the first Brown produced entirely by himself — and supported it with eight shows at the Sphere in Las Vegas during December and January. And since July, the Grammy Award-winning group, which has 14 No. 1 Country singles to its credit, has been on the road with a show designed to bring some of the Sphere flavor to more modest venues.

Detroit, MI · 2d

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Olympic gold medalist Evan Bates to perform at Detroit Tree Lighting

Ann Arbor native, Evan Bates, stops by Fox 2 Detroit Live with Brandon Hudson to talk about his plans off the ice, how fans can catch him and his wife at the tree lighting ceremony and the local pet store he loves since being back home!

Detroit, MI · 1d

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Pontiac Brothers’ Street Run Ends in a Downtown Welcome, With Route Totals Still Unsettled

Aaron and Jared Barnett ended their months-long run across Pontiac on Oct. 31 with a two-mile finish through downtown. Nearly a hundred supporters joined the final stretch, and the brothers later received a city welcome at the Strand Theater, whose marquee displayed their names, according to MLive. Pontiac designated the day in their honor.

Pontiac, MI · 20h

littleguidedetroit.com

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The Best Holiday Shows for Families in Metro Detroit in 2026

From the Grinch and Dolly Parton to The Nutcracker and Cirque du Soleil, Metro Detroit families can make magical holiday memories at these festive theater performances and concerts in 2026. Once December arrives, Metro Detroit’s theaters transform into winter wonderlands filled with beloved holiday characters, spectacular dancing, live music and...

Detroit, MI · 11h

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AADL celebrates books and authors with annual Printmaking Festival and A2 Community Bookfest

This story is part of a series about arts and culture in Washtenaw County. It is made possible by the Ann Arbor Art Center, Destination Ann Arbor, the University of Michigan Arts Initiative, and the University Musical Society. Next weekend, the Ann Arbor District Library (AADL) celebrates books and authors...

Ann Arbor, MI · 1d

1240 The Ticket

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With No Postal Service for 70+ Years, the Town of Crump Hangs On

The post office shut down in 1954 and yes, many residents left.....but the Michigan town of Crump has remained above water...

Bay County, MI · 5d

WNEM

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Hemlock takes center stage with grand opening of new performing arts center

The 670-seat theater welcomed its first audience Friday night as students, families and community members celebrated a new chapter for the arts in Hemlock.

Hemlock, MI · 1d