Officially, there are 22 days left of winter. However, like a houseguest who overstays his visit, it is looking as if Old Man Winter has no designs on leaving Michigan anytime soon. (Like, dude, why are you leaving your snow all over the place?!?) Sunday's storm with high winds and blizzard conditions was a doozy. There is potentially more of that on the way. After a statewide snow system hits Wednesday, we could be in line for another blustery blast this weekend. On top of that, MLive chief meteorologist Mark Torregrossa says we should expect colder than normal temperatures through the first half of March. MORE ►Wind gusts reached hurricane strength in some parts of Michigan ►School and snow days and maybe some extra relief ►More weather on MLive.com ►Join the MLive weather group on Facebook
Many of us in Michigan already know about the plight of the Kirtland's Warbler. It's made a dramatic recovery of late, but still remains on the federal list of threatened and endangered species. However, every state is home to a species on the brink. Here's a look at the most at-risk species in every Midwest state. MORE ►Development standards would protect natural features
Michigan Republicans held their state convention over the weekend in Lansing. Former state Rep. Laura Cox was named party chair. Cox served the 19th District in the legislature (2015-18), where she chaired the powerful House Appropriations Committee. Prior to her time in the Michigan House, Cox was an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent. MORE ►House bill would ban minors from tanning salons
The Detroit Tigers are a rebuilding franchise. But when a cost-conscious club comes across a bargain deal for a starting second basemen, it is foolish not to open the pocketbook. The Tigers took advantage of an odd free agent market to sign Josh Harrison to a very team-friendly $2 million deal. Harrison is the consummate pro. He's an eight-year veteran with a solid glove, a decent bat and a winning clubhouse personality. MORE ►Cabrera says he needs work after 'uncomfortable' spring debut ►Takeaways from first spring training weekend
We don't know about you, but we could use a break from this long winter. So here's an oldie but goodie from MLive's Archive of Awesome. These are the most beautiful places in all 83 Michigan counties. You will note, most of the pictures of these places were taken in much warmer months. Coincidence? We think not. Every thing is better when your bones aren't cold. MORE ►Favorite summer spots to see in the winter ►The beauty of a Michigan winter
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