While neglected, with broken windows, faded peeling paint and vines almost covering one end, this historic depot helped make the region an economic powerhouse for the eastern shore of the Thumb for decades
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In October of 1871, a great forest fire swept across much of the Thumb region including the section of Michigan that included the lands of the former colony of Ora Labora. The colony was in the process of being disbanded and the lands sold off, but large holdings remained including some cabins and buildings. The colony’s benefactor and primary landowner, the Harmony Society immediately sent $200 for distribution among the needy.
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Stuckey’s blue teal roof has greeted travelers since 1937. We learn how Stephanie Stuckey, CEO, is working to bring Stuckey’s to a new generation of travelers.
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Gretchen Whitmer’s order to “Stay Home, Stay Safe” is a Michigan shutdown of the nonessential business due to the coronavirus outbreak. This was done once before by Michigan governor Albert Sleeper in October 1918.
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Just as the Michigan coronavirus warnings were starting, I was in line at a local market in northern Michigan. Fortunately,
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Over the past 100 years, the United States and Michigan have been hit with four influenza pandemics. Of all of these, the 1918 outbreak was the most serious in terms of mortality and the two-year duration of the epidemic.
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We have a conversation with a Michigan DNR fish biologist on why we have had a decline of yellow perch on Saginaw Bay. The answer was a bit of a surprise.
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After a long and arduous search we deem one of the best cheeseburgers in Huron County is served at Shelley’s Bar in Grindstone City. This unassuming road house style bar & grill is a great find in the Upper Thumb.
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