Contest asks residents why they call Mich. home

LANSING (AP) -- A new contest is asking Michigan residents why they choose to call the state home. Officials announced this week that the MIplace Sweepstakes will encourage people to discuss why Michigan is the place where they live, work and play. The state's "Pure Michigan" tourism ad campaign, Art Van Furniture, the Michigan Association of Realtors and the Michigan State Housing Development Authority are involved. People who enter will get a $50 Art Van gift card that's good with any purchase of at least $499. The grand prize is a $3,000 Art Van shopping spree. Written or video entries may be made on the MIplace Facebook page through Sept. 3. The winner will be announced afterward. ---------------- Online: http://www.facebook.com/MIplace2012. Published: Fri, Jun 8, 2012