Proposed restrictions on inland lakes access sinks with boaters   Michigan boaters and anglers have responded negatively to a proposed state House bill that, as written, would restrict boating access to all inland lakes to "between the hours of 8 a.m. to sunset." The legislation has bipartisan sponsorship. However, several state representatives have said the bill is a nonstarter in its current form. MORE ►Michigan's new boating and fishing laws for 2019

Satellite photos show rapid snow melt across Michigan   The snow and ice of another long winter are retreating into the Canadian hinterlands. And we've got the pics from space to prove it. (Not to be confused with Pigs in Space or these pics of pigs in a blanket on a necklace) Green already is starting to sprout in the Ohio Valley so it's only a matter of time! MORE ►Join the MLive Michigan Weather group on Facebook

March Madness means millions of dollars for universities hat It already has been a successful men's basketball season for Michigan State and Michigan. Both were in the thick of the Big Ten Conference race (with MSU claiming the regular season and conference tournament titles), and both are in this week's Sweet 16. Good seasons help the bottom line, too. Turns out that Michigan State's consistently good team has generated quite a bit of revenue for the Big Ten. MORE ►The Sweet 16 is elite, so U-M will have to be also ►Izzo balancing practice vs. rest heading into Sweet 16

  

Michigan's ultimate fish fry guide   We asked and the people answered! Here is a round-up of all the Michigan fish fry locations our readers love. No matter what region of the state you live in, we have you covered. From churches to halls to locally owned restaurants, these places bring the batter. Grab some tartar sauce and get sampling, seafood lovers. After all, it won't be fish fry season forever. MORE ►Follow the team's adventures on the MIBest Facebook page