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.
The state House voted Wednesday largely along party lines to accelerate new standards for teaching reading to students.
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.
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.
WKAR Notes
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Richard Thomas II has been named the TV recipient of the Carl E. Lee Award by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters. -
Wed June 17 | 6:15-7:15pm | Enjoy a collection of persona poems from Dr.LeConté Dill’s debut book in celebration of Juneteenth. -
Fri Jun 19 • 9pm on WKAR TV and streaming | Sally Hemings reflects on life with Thomas Jefferson. The Wharton Center production airs on the national Juneteenth holiday.
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Correspondent edition. Topics: University board appointments and a Mackinac debrief.
Macy and Annabel are curious about REACH Studio Art Center in Lansing, Michigan.
Kids share big dreams, creative passions, and the things that inspire them most.
We start with Turkey camp, then a great fishing event for kids
How social media may be affecting teen mental health and what many parents still don’t see online.
Coaster brings explosive indie rock energy and campus-bred charisma to Streetlight Sessions.
PODCASTS
Michigan Minute
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On this day in 1805, Detroit was nearly destroyed by a great fire—but the town rose from the ashes, inspiring its enduring motto of hope.
Inside the Arts
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Tribute band, Echoes of Pink Floyd, will play at Grewal Hall in Lansing on Saturday.
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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