Author: Michael Hardy

Michael is the owner of Thumbwind Publications LLC. It started in 2009 covering Michigan and the Upper Thumb. Today, his Michigan Moments series has established a loyal base of 110,000 followers.

We Used This Vintage Pyrex 1.5 Quart Ovenware For 20 Years – Found Its Legendary Pattern is 11% Lead

Posted on July 11, 2022July 11, 2022 by Michael Hardy

This vintage Pyrex glass ovenware has been used for over 20 years. I think we acquired it in a thrift store in town after we bought our place in Caseville. It’s a perfect size cleans up easily and is practically indestructible. The green flower pattern held up well but looks a little worn and faded.

The dish pattern Vintage Pyrex “Spring Blossom Green” pattern casserole has lead levels registering at 110,000 parts per million.

Huron County Sheriff Gives Updates on Two Fatal Crashes

Posted on July 9, 2022July 9, 2022 by Michael Hardy

Huron County Sheriff gives updates regarding two separate fatal auto crashes in Huron County.

A Stealth Review Of The Dark Sky Tavern And Lodge At Port Crescent Mi

Posted on July 8, 2022July 9, 2022 by Michael Hardy

The Dark Sky Tavern and Lodge are one of the newest additions on the site of a former lumber mill and the ghost town of Port Crescent MI. We give it a stealth review.

Sebewaing Cider and Jelly Factory was a Sweet Treat

Posted on July 3, 2022July 3, 2022 by Michael Hardy

In the late 1800s families were setting up many businesses in Michigan’s Upper Thumb. We take a look at one interesting enterprise in Sebewaing.

14th Annual Caseville Ribstock Fires Up the Start to Summer

Posted on June 24, 2022June 25, 2022 by Michael Hardy

The Caseville Area Chamber of Commerce hosts the 14th annual Ribstock in Caseville Michigan June 24-26. BBQ and country music will be on tap each day.

New Apparel Company Is Thriving With A Michigan Midwest State of Mind

Posted on June 23, 2022June 23, 2022 by Michael Hardy

Brian Lewis approached Thumbwind Publications about doing business with them. We found that the Midwest State of Mind appeal company gives 10% of net profits back to Midwest charities, non-profits, and other groups committed to keeping the Michigan Midwest great. During our exchange, we thought Brian and his wife Anne had a great story on how they managed to bootstrap their company and quickly grow an appraisal business with a Midwestern flair.

2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid – Top 5 Things I Learned About Hybrid Driving

Posted on June 20, 2022December 18, 2022 by Michael Hardy

I wanted to see how efficiently the Pacifica would be traveling both in all-electric mode and then in the hybrid mode during this trip.

However, how would this vehicle’s system work on an 1800-mile trip on the open road? We would soon see.

If Great Lakes Ice Coverage Stays High in 2023, Lake Levels Should Too

Posted on June 15, 2022June 15, 2022 by Michael Hardy

Will high Great Lakes ice coverage rates across the region translate into high water levels during the following summer? In a recent, “unofficial” outlook of the Great Lakes water levels, the Army Corps of Engineers – Detroit District forecasts that the Great Lakes water levels may continue to be above their long-term average for the following year should weather and ice cover conditions be similar to this past winter.