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Preservation activities will continue at two historic Michigan lighthouses with the help of $120,000 in Michigan Lighthouse Assistance Program (MLAP) grants from the Michigan State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced today. The properties receiving grants are the Grand Haven Entrance Light in Grand Haven and the Keepers Quarters at Whitefish Point Light Station in Chippewa County. https://www.michiganbusiness.org/press-releases/2026/06/historic-michigan-lighthouses-awarded-preservation-grants/

The Michigan Poverty Task Force (PTF) released its 2026 Poverty Task Force Report to highlight the scope of poverty’s impact across the state, and provide recommendations to lift Michiganders out of poverty, connect families in every corner of Michigan with economic opportunity, improve quality of life, improve outcomes and create real change. Read more at https://www.michigan.gov/leo/news/2026/06/03/gov-whitmer-unveils-new-anti-poverty-strategies-and-policy-recommendations.

Gov. Whitmer unveils new anti-poverty strategies and policy recommendations released in Michigan Poverty Task Force 2026 report MiSTEM convenes a statewide network of leaders in education, business and local communities to empower the next generation of innovators.

With the school year wrapping up and warmer temperatures setting in, Michigan’s waters are calling. But before you pack your beach bags and head to a state park, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources reminds residents and visitors of two vital beach safety systems that help keep everyone safe while swimming and soaking up the sun.

Beach plans? Know these vital beach safety systems at state parks Beach plans? Know these vital beach safety systems at state parks Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 06/03/2026 11:58 AM EDT Share or view as webpage | Update preferences DNR News June 3, 2026Contact: Pat Whalen, 269-838-1196 Keep these two vital beach safety systems in m...

Did you know Michigan ranks sixth in the nation for total milk production? We do! Michigan is home to more than 400,000 dairy cows across approximately 900 dairy farms and Michigan’s dairy farms contribute an impressive $15.7 billion to the state’s economy every year.​ For more fun food and agriculture facts be sure to follow the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development - MDARD.

FACT! Michigan ranks sixth in the nation for total milk production.​

Michigan milk is "udderly" amazing with an incredible dairy community and the hardworking farmers who keep it thriving.​

Did you know?​
🥛Our state is home to more than 400,000 dairy cows across approximately 900 dairy farms.​
🥛 Michigan’s dairy farms contribute an impressive $15.7 billion to the state’s economy every year.​

Here’s to the dairy farmers, processors, and partners who support this essential industry and help nourish our communities every day!