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Pollination plays a vital role in our ecosystems.

There's now a walkway between Olin Health Center and Berkey Hall. Before graduation this year, the student government at MSU plans to place a memorial bench in the area.

EAST LANSING —  Among the many different spots on Michigan State University’s campus, the W.J. Beal Botanical Garden stands out as a beautiful and educational space for students and community members alike. The sheer variety of flora solidifies Beal as a “must-see” on many Michigan travel blogs.    “Established in 1873, the Beal Botanical Garden...

EAST LANSING —  Among the many different spots on Michigan State University’s campus, the W.J. Beal Botanical Garden stands out as a beautiful and educational space for students and community members alike. The sheer variety of flora solidifies Beal as a “must-see” on many Michigan travel blogs.    “Established in 1873, the Beal Botanical Garden...

As the Beal Botanical Garden celebrates those 150 years — there is a festival at the garden Sept. 13 from 3 to 7 p.m. — the faculty, staff, students and community that keep it running are looking towards the future of the Beal Botanical Garden, as well.

Michigan is seeing cooler temperatures, but it has been warmer and dry in the air.

More than 100 Michigan cities have been recognized as tree cities including Lansing. Trees provide much more than an environmental benefit. On Arbor Day, communities in Mid-Michigan celebrated the importance of trees and its benefits.