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Amid a projected $23.4 million budget shortfall in the coming years, the Eaton County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to form a committee to review the county's tax rates on residents.
In Your Community
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Sat., May 18 and Sun., May 19, 2024 | Please join us at the East Lansing Art Festival for a weekend of creativity and community! WKAR radio personalities will be at the main stage and we will be passing out cool swag at the WKAR tent. -
Fri., May 24 through Sun., May 26, 2024 | Please join us for a vibrant weekend celebration at Cristo Rey Fiesta! There will be music, authentic Mexican cuisine, El Mercado, and more.
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EAST LANSING, MI; May 16, 2024 - The radio news team at WKAR Public Media has earned seven Excellence in Journalism awards from SPJ Detroit, including three first place awards. -
EAST LANSING, MI; May 15, 2024 – The talented storytellers at WKAR Public Media at Michigan State University have earned 12 Regional Emmy® nominations for their productions.
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May offers a time for people across the country to reflect on the contributions, sacrifices, and service of members of the armed forces—both past and present.
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PODCAST: Michigan Minute
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1866: Frederick Douglass graced Ypsilanti, Michigan, with his eloquence, addressing Lincoln's assassination and Civil War anecdotes. 1881: Julius Ropes struck gold near Ishpeming, sparking a rush that led to the opening of the only profitable gold mine east of the Mississippi River in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Featured TV
Dulé Hill connects with artists using their craft to rewrite their narrative.
Dr. M. Sanjayan investigates urgent efforts to help coral reefs survive climate change.
Actor John Lithgow goes back to school to celebrate the power of arts education.
Dulé Hill explores how music can provide solace and healing in Appalachia.
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Topic: School aid fight. Guest: Erik Edoff, K-12 School Alliance Superintendent.
Genesis explores infrastructure design and construction with Civil Engineer Tula Ngasala!
Topic: Republican Candidate for U.S. Senate joins the show. Guest: Dr. Sherry O'Donnell (R).
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Fri., March 1, April 5, May 24, and June 7 at 10:40AM on 90.5 FM & STREAMING | Tune in on these select Fridays to enjoy the magical sounds of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. -
Emma Harper/UnsplashSaturdays, May 4 - May 25 at 12PM on 90.5 FM & STREAMING | Enjoy music from around the mitten each Saturday with Great Lakes Concerts!
WKAR News
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A bill in the Michigan House would require every public high school to offer at least one computer science class. -
Kevin_P/morgueFileA Labor Market Analyst said Michigan’s jobs report is similar to what is happening in other states. -
Carlos Osorio/APThe complaint focused on text messages released by the former Michigan State University football coach's lawyers amid a Title IX investigation into claims of sexual misconduct made against him. -
Nicole Walton/WNMUFirst lady Jill Biden and second gentleman Doug Emhoff visited Marquette Thursday as part of the Women for Biden-Harris campaign to re-elect the president.
PODCAST: ¿Qué Onda Michigan?
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En el episodio de mayo de 2024 de ¿Qué Onda Michigan?, discutimos la salud mental y el impacto que el trauma puede tener, así como las formas de sanarlo.
MSU Today
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New endowed fund to foster next generation of women’s health
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