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Gen Z weighs in on voting, political trust and the future of American democracy.
Eligible East Lansing residents can vote early and on election day at WKAR Public Media on the Michigan State University campus. Voter registration is also available at this site.
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The Eastside Compost is launching old pumpkins Nov. 1 at Hunter Park. From 10 a.m. to noon, they will shoot pumpkins across the park using a sling created by the Lansing Makers Network.
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WKAR hosted its annual Be My Neighbor Day at Impression 5 Science Center, featuring caring community partners, Daniel Tiger and friends, StoryTime with Mrs. Pizzo and more. -
The video series features teens exploring core tenets of the system of government that has served this country for more than 250 years -
This marks the second time WKAR has served as a voting center for East Lansing residents. In the 2024 Presidential Election, nearly 4,000 voters cast ballots at WKAR.
WKAR America 250 explores how Michigan’s people, stories, and institutions have shaped the American experience over the last 250 years. Through journalism, public affairs, arts, education, and community storytelling, WKAR invites our community to reflect, participate and imagine the future of our state and this nation.
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Correspondent Edition. Topic: Elections
Gen Z weighs in on voting, political trust and the future of American democracy.
Bow hunting deer camp, a family pheasant hunt, and Bragging Board.
Jacquelyn interviews Professor Emily Conroy-Krutz about the Declaration of Independence.
Hustleberryfin brings his eclectic pop sound and creative journey to Streetlight Sessions.
Sariah visits the Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center to learn about the branches of government.
Correspondent Edition. Topic: Elections
Early deer season hunt, perch fishing, and we visit a cool taxidermy studio!
Lynn takes pottery for a spin with pottery teacher Dan Nuñez!
PODCASTS
Michigan Minute
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On this day in 1926, legendary magician Harry Houdini passed away at Detroit’s Grace Hospital. After being punched unexpectedly in the stomach while unbraced during a Montreal stop on his tour, Houdini performed in Detroit with a high fever. The blows led to or worsened appendicitis, and Houdini died at age 52 on Halloween. His last words were reportedly, "I'm tired of fighting..."
Inside the Arts
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Lansing poet laureate Suban Nur Cooley has several events coming up that feature live poetry.
MI Michigan Story features true stories from Michigan, told by the people who lived them. Hosted by Robert Prince.
Presented in partnership with WKAR Public Media at Michigan State University.
Presented in partnership with WKAR Public Media at Michigan State University.
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