With its small pink flowers, this tree is one of the first brilliantly colored signs of spring in Michigan. The eastern ...

White pine — the Michigan state tree — spruces and wild berry trees are popular, as well as the sugar maple, which has already sold out, according to Bowman. Seventeen other species of trees ...

Additionally, white pine — the Michigan state tree—is a choice for groups and organizations looking to celebrate Earth Day or Arbor Day by giving employees or students trees to plant.

Jaden Akins scored 16 points, including a 3-pointer that put Michigan State ahead to stay, and coach Tom Izzo took the Spartans to the Sweet 16 for the 16th time with a 71-63 victory over New Mexico.