1. In 1833, the first issue of the Michigan State Journal was published in Lansing, making it the first newspaper in the state's capital.

2. On July 11, 1925, the Detroit Tigers defeated the New York Yankees in a 21-inning game, the longest game in Tigers' history at the time. The game ended with a score of 1-0 in favor of Detroit.

3. In 1963, the Michigan State Police launched a helicopter program, becoming the first state police department in the country to use helicopters for law enforcement.

4. On July 11, 1987, the Michigan International Speedway hosted the Marlboro 500, which ended in controversy when Bobby Rahal was declared the winner despite not crossing the finish line first. The confusion led to a split-second finish line camera being installed at the track.

5. In 2011, Michigan governor Rick Snyder signed a bill into law allowing for the carrying of concealed weapons in certain public places, such as schools and churches. The law prompted controversy and debate over gun control in the state.