thanksgiving

Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon previews the Detroit Lions' annual Thanksgiving Day game and the 120th edition of the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry football game.

Two West Michigan farms are among those lending a hand to home cooks who want something local on the Thanksgiving table this year. They’re busy packing up Farmsgiving bundles, filled with fresh, locally-grown vegetables, that people will be able to purchase at Grand Rapids’ Fulton Street Market this week.

In today’s episode, how two West Michigan farms are lending a hand in creating local flavors this Thanksgiving. Then, a new space that hosts private, communal dinners celebrating Michigan’s bounty with top Midwest chefs. Additionally, an essay discussing how a Michigan company has left a mark around the world through manhole covers. Lastly, a look into the needs of a major Michigan food bank and community centers heading into the holiday season.

The 97th America's Thanksgiving Parade kicks off in downtown Detroit. A behind the scene look at float building, the Big Heads, and some fun facts about this tradition.

1.7 million Michiganders are expected to travel more than 50 miles for the Thanksgiving weekend, according to AAA.

There’s less on the Thanksgiving table for many Michiganders this year. The ripple effects are affecting local food pantries.

In 1970, a group of student protesters and police officers faced off on the football field. What started as a call about trespassing evolved into an annual tradition known as the Bull Bowl—or Pigs vs. Freaks.

On today's show, a discussion about what a divided Congress means for Michigan's auto industry. We also got the scoop on one of the state's greatest comeback stories: the wild turkey. Plus, it's football season. We heard the tale of a 1970 pickup game that took an unusual turn. Then, a quick update on the Patmos library. We ended with an essay written and read by an Oxford high shooting survivor.

A locally-owned cannabis shop in Grand Rapids is giving out free turkeys this Thanksgiving eve.

Last year, Detroit residents—and over 180 syndicated TV markets around the country— were unable to experience the in-person joy of America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit, known for high school bands, clowns and floats. This year, it’s back and so are the people.