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U.S. Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Charlotte, conceded Michigan’s 7th Congressional District to U.S. Rep.-elect William Lawrence, D-Lansing, during an overnight phone call.
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Jacquelyn interviews Professor Emily Conroy-Krutz about the Declaration of Independence.
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Democrat Abdul El-Sayed defeats Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan's nationally watched U.S. Senate race, becoming the first Muslim elected to the chamber.
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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.
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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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!
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Michigan Minute
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On this day in 1918, Michigan became the 7th state to grant women the right to vote. In 2002, Jennifer Granholm was elected as the first woman governor. Additionally, in 2004, "The Polar Express" premiered in Grand Rapids, featuring a locomotive modeled after a Pere Marquette.
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.
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Presented in partnership with WKAR Public Media at Michigan State University.
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