Morning 4: How much Michigan cities, counties made from marijuana sales in 2023 -- and more news

Here are the top stories for the morning of April 20, 2024

Cannabis is displayed for customers at the Marijuana Paradise on Friday, April 19, 2024, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane) (Jenny Kane, Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)

Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day. So, let’s get to the news.


Here’s how much Michigan cities, counties made from marijuana sales in 2023

Michigan communities opted-in to adult-use marijuana sales were paid out their share of more than $87 million in revenue for 2023.

A total of 99 cities, 30 villages, 69 townships and 71 counties in Michigan were paid as part of the Marihuana Regulation Fund. For the state of Michigan’s 2023 fiscal year, this means each eligible municipality and county will receive more than $59,000 for every licensed retail store and microbusiness located within its jurisdiction.

See the story here.


Visit these Michigan parks for free on Saturday, April 20

National Park Week kicks off on Saturday, April 20, and there’s plenty to take advantage of in Michigan.

National Park Week is happening April 20 to April 28, with entrance fees waived on April 20 to kick off the celebration and to encourage everyone to enjoy their national parks in person.

Read more here.


‘You could just say Detroit’: Eminem teams up with commish for hilarious NFL draft promo

Eminem, one of the most high-profile, diehard Lions fans, teamed up with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell for a hilarious promo ahead of the draft in Detroit.

“We are so fired up this year for the NFL draft,” Eminem says at the start of the video.

See the video here.


Revitalization project in Detroit to convert old school into apartments for low-income families

Detroit’s housing market is tight, and finding an affordable apartment or home is tough these days, especially for homeless veterans.

More apartments will soon be available with the help of the state and other community organizations.

Read the report here.


Watch: Chance for rain, cooler temperatures start the weekend in Metro Detroit




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