Weekend forecast: Keep your rain gear at the ready   It looks as if a large spring storm has Michigan in its sights. MLive chief meteorologist Mark Torregrossa has the particulars of this weekend's forecast. The main takeaway is we can expect rain. Probably not a lot at first. But most everywhere in Michigan will get some. MORE ►A 'blue' full Flower Moon sounds just lovely ►Rise and shine: Begin you day with our live weather forecast

More than 40% of state's federally-funded roads are rated 'poor'   We all know Michigan's roadways are in rough shape. Heck, the governor's race in November was decided, in part, by this topic. We've got the data to back up what our eyes see and what our tie rods are dealing with. However, some Michigan counties are better off than others. MORE ►These counties have the worst road ratings ►Michigan counties with the best road ratings

Revisiting that time a prep player had six home runs in six at-bats hat  It was a feat worthy of a call from the likes of ESPN and USA Today. In fact, it still stands as a national high school record. And, somehow, 18 years have passed since it happened. Stevan Louch was a senior centerfielder for Clare High School when he had the day of a lifetime at the plate in the spring of 2001. MORE ►Uncommon Michigan prep softball and baseball records

  

These 10 Northern Michigan resorts offer indulgent spa treatments   Northern Michigan is the perfect place for relaxation, especially when there are resorts offering soothing spa treatments to calm your mind and body. From massages to facials to manis and pedis, these places know how to pamper their guests. One of the resorts even offers a speed massage complete with a shot of bourbon for those who want an accelerated round of relaxation.  MORE ►There are plenty of reasons to visit Michigan ski resorts in summer