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      <title>East Lansing Art Festival 2026: Everything You Need to Know</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:10:49 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The East Lansing Art Festival is back this May with hundreds of artists, live entertainment, and food vendors. Here’s what to expect. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/east-lansing-art-festival-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
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      <title>Jeep the Mac Returns With Mackinac Bridge Crossing</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:20:36 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[After a hiatus, Jeep the Mac returns with its iconic bridge crossing, drawing Jeep lovers north for a weekend of trails, events, and community. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/jeep-the-mac-mackinac-bridge-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[After a hiatus, Jeep the Mac returns with its iconic bridge crossing, drawing Jeep lovers north for a weekend of trails, events, and community. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/jeep-the-mac-mackinac-bridge-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Okemos Welcomes New Coffee Shop with Bright Vibes and Local Flair</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[A new coffee shop has officially opened in Okemos, bringing bright vibes, local art, and plenty of caffeine to the growing Greater Lansing food scene. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/okemos-coffee-shop-opening-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[A new coffee shop has officially opened in Okemos, bringing bright vibes, local art, and plenty of caffeine to the growing Greater Lansing food scene. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/okemos-coffee-shop-opening-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>3 Michigan Lake Towns Named Among the Best in the Midwest</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Michigan proves once again it does lake life best, landing three towns on Midwest Living’s 2026 list of the region’s top lake destinations. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/michigan-best-lake-towns-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Michigan proves once again it does lake life best, landing three towns on Midwest Living&#x2019;s 2026 list of the region&#x2019;s top lake destinations. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/michigan-best-lake-towns-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>These Mid-Michigan Bakeries Have Some of the Best Cinnamon Rolls in Michigan</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:01:35 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Two Mid-Michigan bakeries just landed on a list of the best cinnamon rolls in Michigan. Naturally, I had to try both—and the results were delicious. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/michigan-best-cinnamon-rolls/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
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      <title>USA Today Names This Michigan Gem a Top 5 Midwest Small Town</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:09:36 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[One of Michigan’s most iconic destinations is getting national attention again, landing a top 5 spot on USA Today’s Best Small Towns in the Midwest list for 2026. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/mackinac-island-best-small-town-midwest/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
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      <title>The Secret to Finding Morel Mushrooms in Michigan This Spring</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Hunting morels in Michigan is like a treasure hunt. With help from the DNR map, your chances of finding them just got better. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/michigan-morel-mushroom-hunting-guide/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hunting morels in Michigan is like a treasure hunt. With help from the DNR map, your chances of finding them just got better. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/michigan-morel-mushroom-hunting-guide/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Michigan Rock Hunting Has Rules—Here’s What You Need to Know</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Michigan is a rockhound’s dream—but there are rules. From where you can collect to how much you can take, here’s what you need to know before heading out. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/michigan-rock-hounding-rules/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
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      <title>Mackinac Island Just Named Best Summer Destination in the U.S.</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:55:52 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Mackinac Island is now the No. 1 summer destination in America, earning top honors for its scenery, charm, and unforgettable, car-free experience. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/mackinac-island-best-summer-destination-us/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Mackinac Island is now the No. 1 summer destination in America, earning top honors for its scenery, charm, and unforgettable, car-free experience. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/mackinac-island-best-summer-destination-us/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Why a Lansing Grocery Store Is Trying to Book The All-American Rejects</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:20:39 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[This isn’t your average grocery store—Westlund’s Apple Market is trying to bring a major band to Lansing for a one-of-a-kind concert. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/all-american-rejects-lansing-apple-market/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[This isn&#x2019;t your average grocery store&#x2014;Westlund&#x2019;s Apple Market is trying to bring a major band to Lansing for a one-of-a-kind concert. <a href="https://975now.com/ixp/694/p/all-american-rejects-lansing-apple-market/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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