Five Things We’re Reading

Jan 6, 2026

by Liz Gullett

As MLC’s Communications and Social Media Manager, Liz Gullett keeps clients informed and up-to-date on the goings on in Lansing and the Capitol.

Below are some articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading over the past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do.

The Superior State? 50 Years Ago, the UP Tried to Break from Michigan – What was behind the push to create a separate state, and have there been any efforts since?

The Case for Sharpening Your Math Skills in the Age of AI – While AI can do a lot, there are some things that only a human can do. Here’s why math skills are important to ensure judgment and experience drive decisions.

Why the Dutch Embrace Floating Homes – Facing flooding, communities in the Netherlands turned to floating homes. Might other flood-prone countries look to their example?

Five Lifestyle Tweaks to Help You Live Well for Longer – These science-backed ideas can keep your brain healthier, for longer.

The 36 Most Anticipated Books of 2026 – For the readers, here’s a roundup of some of the biggest books releasing this year.

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