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THURSDAY, JUNE 22, 2023

In today's newsletter, how Michigan could reconsider a 2004 move to ban same-sex marriage, become part of the sky on a 65-foot-high canopy walk in Michigan’s Irish Hills, and Lions pay homage to heritage logo with new alternate helmet.

Summer in Michigan is officially here☀️

Yesterday's summer solstice marked the beginning of a new season. It's time to break out the sunglasses, flip-flops and head to the beach.

With almost 4,000 miles of shoreline to explore along Lake Huron, visitors to Michigan’s east side have no shortage of sandy beaches and scenic vistas to enjoy.

Whether you’re taking a day trip or a longer vacation, there’s plenty to do along the lakeshore. Check out this list of the top 10 beach spots along Lake Huron.

Curated by Cara Hackett

The famous Budweiser Clydesdales made an appearance during the Love Ludington Street Party

The sunrise casts a golden glow on the beach near the marina in Port Austin on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. (Kaytie Boomer | MLive.com)

How Michigan could reconsider a 2004 move to ban same-sex marriage

Though a U.S. Supreme Court decision made same-sex marriage legal nationwide, Michigan Democrats are hoping to codify those protections into state law through a legislative package recently introduced in the House.

More in politics: Veterans exposed to toxic PFAS chemicals while serving in the military would receive presumptive health care benefits under legislation introduced in Congress this week for the fourth time in six years.

"Tribal sovereignty prevails": Michigan residents who want the Line 5 oil and gas pipeline shut down believe a recent ruling from a federal judge in Wisconsin could impact a pending legal case against Enbridge and disrupt company plans.

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Charges against prison staff for Michigan inmate’s death is ‘just the beginning’, sister says

Long road ahead: Now that charges have been brought against eight Michigan prison staffers for their alleged roles in the death of inmate Jonathan Lancaster, his sister says this is “just the beginning” of “another long-haul battle.”

Seeking justice: The second of three legislative efforts to fight sexual abuse in Michigan is headed to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s desk after passing the House with wide bipartisan support. The nine bills that passed Wednesday crack down on abusers, protect patient privacy and more.

The state Supreme Court has agreed to consider the legality of the “adopt and amend” strategy used by Republicans in the state legislature to dilute ballot initiatives that would have significantly raised the minimum wage and required every business in the state to provide paid sick leave to their employees.

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Become part of the sky on a 65-foot-high canopy walk in Michigan’s Irish Hills

New heights: After years of planning and construction, the 65-foot-high Reach for the Sky Canopy Walk opened to the public on June 20. The structure includes a suspending bridge and an outdoor classroom for yoga and educational courses, Hidden Lake Gardens Marketing and Publicity Coordinator Jessica Goodrich said.

While you're outdoors: The largest campground at a state park on the shore of Lake Michigan will reopen this weekend, one week ahead of schedule. Ludington State Park’s Beechwood Campground was closed for construction as the Michigan camping season began.

Lake effect: Michigan is panting under a drought as summer arrives. Wildfires elsewhere are making their presence known.

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Lions pay homage to heritage logo with new alternate helmet

A new style: After teasing its release for the past 24 hours, the Lions unveiled a brand new alternate helmet that will be worn by the team in the upcoming season. As the Lions’ 90th NFL season approaches, the franchise made the decision to pay homage to one of the team’s heritage logos.

Myriad of facelifts: Kalamazoo Central, along with Derek Jeter's Turn 2 Foundation, broke ground on a highly anticipated, long-awaited project that brings an entire revamp of the school’s baseball and softball facilities on Wednesday.

Some Tiger news: Javier Baez got his 1,000th career hit and Zack Short homered as the Detroit Tigers beat the Kansas City Royals 9-4 on Wednesday afternoon at Comerica Park.

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Michigan man becomes 4-time ‘Jeopardy’ champion as his strong run continues

Winning streak: Michigan’s Ben Goldstein has just become the 4-time “Jeopardy” champion. Last night he took on Nabeela Rahman of Ontario, Canada and Lee Papa of New Jersey. Here’s how the game played out.

Also in the spotlight: Grand Rapids Community College culinary professor Jenn Struik will appear on Food Network's Chopped on Tuesday, June 27, GRCC recently announced. This isn’t Struik’s first time competing. She also previously was a winner (as Jennifer Fillenworth) on a Food Network show called Supermarket Stakeout.

Check it out: Michigan is home to one of, if not the largest Pez conventions in the entire country and it’s happening this weekend.

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Let's knock this Thursday out of the park.

I hope your day is off to a great start. Keep the positive energy going.

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Be kind to yourself today.

— Cara Hackett

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