News & Fun in Michigan
Journey back in time at the Gandy Dancer, a culinary gem housed in the historic Michigan Central Depot. Indulge in exquisite cuisine while trains pass by, echoing stories of a bygone era.
Here are six more notables among 140 films that located sets in Michigan for all or part of production.
The Jackson station (JXN) is one of the oldest continually operating railway stations in the United States. It was also the first “Union” station in Michigan as it serviced four lines in the late 1800s.
The story of the luxurious Bay Port Hotel and the railway resort era in the late 1800s was short lived.
Was the untimely demise of one of its guests the cause if its downfall?
Public transportation services in Tuscola County Michigan has evolved from oxcart, stagecoach, rail and bus. We look back at its evolution.
The Bach General Store, long since closed. Once the center of the community, these shops were common in the days before Walmart and Dollar General.
In 1878, the Port Huron and Northwestern Railroad extended track from Port Huron to Sand Beach, aiding local economy. The railroad was crucial for transporting goods and later converted to standard gauge. Accidents and declining use led to discontinuation of rail services in 1995, with the historic depot repurposed for lodging.
The Livernois Intermodal Facility in Detroit is set for significant eco-friendly upgrades thanks to $67 million in federal funding. The project will replace diesel cranes with hybrids, expand rail tracks, and modernize infrastructure to enhance supply chain efficiency while reducing emissions, improving air quality, and supporting local economic growth.
