The governor encouraged Michiganders to dress in blue in support of the team and to 'make sure our roar is louder than ever' before they take on the Washington Commanders at Ford Field.

Gretchen Whitmer's office announced Saturday, Jan. 18 would be proclaimed "Honolulu Blue Day" in Michigan, a nod to the Lions' home contest against the Commanders (8 p.m., Fox). In a news release, the governor said the day is to honor the Lions' regular season as the team finished a franchise-best 15-2 on the way to a second straight division crown and the top seed in the NFC,

The Detroit Lions kick off their first game in the 2025 NFL Playoffs on Saturday against the Washington Commanders. The Lions are 15-2 and clinched the #1 seed as the NFC North Champions. And this weekend,

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer invites Detroit Lions fans of all ages to share their depictions of the team's logo.

Whitmer's office has invited residents to submit drawings of the team's logo, with a chance to be featured on the governor's social media pages.

In recognition of the Detroit Lions' exceptional 2024-25 season, Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared Jan. 18 as "Honolulu Blue Day."

The bills were some of the final pieces of legislation passed before Republicans took back control of the Michigan House.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says she does not want to pick a fight with President-elect Donald Trump but won't back down from one.

The winners will be featured on the governor’s Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more​, according to the governor's office.

MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) – On Friday, Jan. 17, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II proclaimed Saturday to be Honolulu Blue Day. The proclamation was made to show support for the Detroit Lions during the playoffs.

NFL Draft in Detroit, Governor Whitmer created her own rendition of the Detroit Lions logo and now wants all Michiganders to have the opportunity.

The proclamation comes as the state and fans celebrate the Lions' exceptional 2024-25 season and rally support as they kick off their playoff campaign.