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.

Minden City Herald Transfers Ownership to Next Generation

Posted on August 2, 2020November 14, 2021 by Michael Hardy

In an era of an increasing focus to push news outlets to be on-line, it’s surprising to find out that

Whitefish – 5 Flavorful Facts of The Great Lakes Favorite Fish

Posted on July 30, 2020January 28, 2023 by Michael Hardy

When European explorers came to the Great Lakes, they praised the lake whitefish for its excellent flavor and abundance. It’s considered healthy and sustainable and a favorite of chefs in the Great Lakes region.

Early History of Michigan State University’s WKAR – AM 1917-1939

Posted on July 26, 2020May 11, 2026 by Michael Hardy

Long before podcasts and streaming media, WKAR helped shape public broadcasting in Michigan. From early radio experiments at Michigan State University to trusted television programming across Mid-Michigan, this story traces the station’s lasting impact on education, news, and culture.

The Big Views of Fish Point Wildlife Area

Posted on June 30, 2020November 15, 2021 by Michael Hardy

Known for the ability for birders to get up close to wildlife and offer amazing views, the Fish Point Wildlife Area is a large sanctuary. With over 3,700 acres and including about seven miles along the Saginaw Bay shoreline.

Then and Now – Platts Drugstore Port Sanilac

Posted on June 27, 2020March 30, 2023 by Michael Hardy

This historical Drugstore is deemed as being Michigan’s longest family owned continuously operating pharmacy in Michigan. It stands today as a boutique shop in Port Sanilac.

15 Things You Should Know About Visiting Michigan’s Sleeper State Park

Posted on June 16, 2020November 15, 2021 by Michael Hardy

Sleeper State Park was the first state park in the Thumb. With an excellent beach and camp sites it has been a place to camp and visit for over 95 years. Visitors can watch both sunrises and sunsets on Saginaw Bay, relax in the shade and seclusion of the campground or roam the trails of the ancient dune forests. It’s one of the most widely visited parks in Southeast Michigan. Yet still contains amazing secrets.

Work From Home: 10 Jobs and 4 Marvelous Ways On How to Be Successful Working Remote

Posted on May 27, 2020March 31, 2024 by Michael Hardy

With the COVID-19 outbreak forcing a lot of countries to implement quarantine measures, many professionals have been instructed to “work from home.” This can mean a lot of things for many industries – from bringing their office equipment home, to using their own gear should they have them, or to do individual assignments.

Aboard the Miss Port Sanilac 1960

Posted on May 15, 2020November 14, 2021 by Michael Hardy

The Miss Port Sanilac is a 38-foot fishing vessel that was built in 1958 in Pigeon Michigan. Today the Miss Port Sanilac operates out of Port Sanilac Marina for charter tours, wreck viewing, and diving.