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WKAR has been named Michigan Public TV Station of the Year by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters. The announcement was made at the Broadcast Excellence Awards Gala.
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State law requires school districts to be in session at least 180 days per year. Most districts keep space in the schedule for snow days, but some need more this year.
Get closer to the issues with election reporting from the award-winning WKAR news team, our Michigan news partners and Off the Record with Tim Skubick.
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Colin Jackson/Michigan Public Radio NetworkBill sponsors say if you choose "lifetime" medical on your car insurance, you should actually get itNew bills aim to fix problems with Michigan's auto no-fault law. Bill sponsors say those problems keep people who choose lifetime medical coverage on their car insurance from getting what they're paying for. -
Andrew Roth/WKARThe Michigan State University Board of Trustees approved a new ethics code for trustees and a $1 million raise for President Kevin Guskiewicz during a specially called Sunday meeting, despite concerns from some board members about transparency and process.
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WKAR brings together local experts, resources, and community to support children and families during Mental Health Awareness Month in May. -
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.
Share and explore Michigan history through family mementos. Your heirloom and story could be featured during a celebration at the Michigan History Center on Saturday, June 27.
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Kids share what makes friendships feel kind, safe, supportive, and special.
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Guest: Lon Johnson. Topic: Michigan voters selecting candidates.
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Annabel and Will are curious about an art festival in East Lansing, Michigan.
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This week we hit Lake Michigan to see if the King Salmon are in yet.
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Coaster brings explosive indie rock energy and campus-bred charisma to Streetlight Sessions.
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On this day in 1846, Michigan outlawed the death penalty, becoming the first government in the English-speaking world to do so. Capital punishment was later banned in Michigan’s state constitution in 1964. And in 1929, Michigan’s first Holland Tulip Time was held. The idea was pitched by high school biology teacher Lida Rogers to the Women’s Literary Club, leading to the annual celebration of the famous Dutch flower. Tulip Time wasn’t held during World War II or in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but returned in 2021.
Inside the Arts
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The farewell Lansing Symphony Orchestra concert for Maestro Timothy Muffitt will feature works by Dvořák and Resphigi.
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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