Brad Carpenter
![Michigan Cruisers Beware: 19 Banned Items on Cruise Ships](http://townsquare.media/site/656/files/2023/10/attachment-Banned-Items-Cruise-ship_Canva.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Michigan Cruisers Beware: 19 Banned Items on Cruise Ships
If you are a newbie headed for your first cruise, you may be surprised at some of the restrictions on travel gear that will keep you standing on shore, if not heeded.
![Michigan Motorists May Have A Potential Bomb In Their Vehicle](http://townsquare.media/site/656/files/2023/10/attachment-Exploding-Airbag_Canva.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Michigan Motorists May Have A Potential Bomb In Their Vehicle
A simple "fender bender" may cause a safety device to malfunction, exploding and sending shrapnel throughout your vehicle.
![Get Spooked By Michigan’s Most Haunted Hotels](http://townsquare.media/site/656/files/2023/10/attachment-Michigans-scariest-hotels_Google-Maps-Canva.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Get Spooked By Michigan’s Most Haunted Hotels
If you're in for a scare, Michigan has some of the creepiest hotels where you can rent a room for the night.
![Three Reasons Why Michigan Police Officers Touch Your Car During A Traffic Stop](http://townsquare.media/site/656/files/2023/10/attachment-Why-do-Cops-touch-cars_Canva.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Three Reasons Why Michigan Police Officers Touch Your Car During A Traffic Stop
Have you ever wondered why a police officer often "taps" the rear of a vehicle which they have pulled over for a traffic stop? The reasons may surprise you.
![Michigan Fall Yardwork Tips: No Raking, No Trimming](http://townsquare.media/site/656/files/2023/10/attachment-Girl-raking-fall-leaves_Canva.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Michigan Fall Yardwork Tips: No Raking, No Trimming
The Michigan DNR says that you may be wasting your time bagging your leaves. In fact, they are valuable mulch for your lawn and garden.
![Warning: Smishing Scam Strikes Michigan](http://townsquare.media/site/656/files/2023/10/attachment-Texting-Scam2_Canva.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Warning: Smishing Scam Strikes Michigan
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning Michigan residents of a scam that is sweeping across Michigan.
![Michigan Zoo Donates Stuffed Bears In Remembrance of “Yogi” Bear](http://townsquare.media/site/656/files/2023/10/attachment-Stuffed-toys-for-Yogi_Canva.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Michigan Zoo Donates Stuffed Bears In Remembrance of “Yogi” Bear
A beloved brown bear, at John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Stuffed toys are being collected to commemorate his life.
![What Is Michigan’s Oldest Festival?](http://townsquare.media/site/656/files/2023/10/attachment-Craft-show_Canva.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What Is Michigan’s Oldest Festival?
Southwest Michigan is host to two of the oldest events in Michigan. Have you ever attended them?
![Toxic Algae in Southwest Michigan’s Austin Lake: A Vital Warning](http://townsquare.media/site/656/files/2023/10/attachment-harmful-algal-bloom_Canva.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Toxic Algae in Southwest Michigan’s Austin Lake: A Vital Warning
A toxic algae has been found in Austin Lake, Portage, Michigan, and two other lakes in Southwest Michigan.
![Michigan Residents Moving to Florida Are in for a Rude Awakening](http://townsquare.media/site/656/files/2023/10/attachment-Michigan-or-Florida_Canva.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Michigan Residents Moving to Florida Are in for a Rude Awakening
Are you thinking about leaving the lakes and woodlands of Michigan to take up roots in Florida? Here are 13 facts to consider before making the big move.