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Deconstructing who votes in Michigan by reviewing how Michiganders voted
Voter turnout for Tuesday's election in Michigan, by most accounts, is shaping up to be near record breaking for a mid-term election. An energized electorate, a contested governor's race and ballot initiatives featuring hot topics have pollsters bracing for larger than normal crowds. But what is a normal voting crowd? Four years ago, only 42 percent of Michigan residents voted. Two years ago, that number rose to just 63 percent, despite the Donald Trump vs. Hilary Clinton showdown. We take a look back at the previous two elections to try and glean insight into how this year's election will go. MORE
Michigan's 3 ballot proposals
2018 Michigan voter guide
Vote: Should partisan gerrymandering be illegal?
 
 
POLITICS
 
 
Biden stumps for Democratic candidates in Lansing
 
Michigan sure has drawn its share of national politicians and celebrities during the run up to the Nov. 6 mid-term election. The impressive list includes Donald Trump Jr., former President Barak Obama, and 'Baby Trump.' Thursday saw former Vice President Joe Biden take the stage in Lansing during a rally for Democratic candidates. Kellyanne Conway, President Donald Trump's trusted aid and counselor, was scheduled to make it a two headliner night, but canceled her appearance in Metro Detroit due to aircraft troubles. MORE
Conway cancels Michigan appearance

 
REAL ESTATE
 
 
Ann Arbor penthouse condo with a view could be yours
 
If you can't have your dream house on the beach, why not move on up in the world to an Ann Arbor downtown penthouse condo with a view? This 10th-floor, three-bedroom comes with granite countertops, ample closet space and a balcony vista that features the Huron River off in the distance. Talk about your deluxe apartments in the sky! MORE
Mid-century modern house frozen in time
Lake Michigan home with private beach access

 
 
SPORTS
 
 
College hoops season is right around the corner
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Mark your calendars, if you haven't already done so. Nov. 6 isn't just for voting. Next Tuesday tips off the college basketball season for both Michigan State and Michigan. We elect to start getting excited now! So here's some season preview posts to get you ready for the upcoming season. (And if you haven't checked yet, these two rivals meet twice this season on the hardcourt: Feb. 24 in Ann Arbor and March 9 in East Lansing to close out the regular season.) 
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Who are these guys? Five freshman give U-M roster a new look
Fans welcome back Beilein
Four-star forward commits to Michigan State

 
 
 
7 places to see old growth forest in Michigan
 
Sometimes the best break from the urban jungle or the daily chores of farm life is a visit to the forest. And if the forest you find just happens to be populated by old growth trees, all the better. There is something humbling about walking amongst towering living organisms that have made a heck of a lot more rotations around the sun than you have. #perspective
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8 great Michigan trails for catching fall color
This hidden trail is one of the best hikes in Michigan
 

 
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