Rails Into the Thumb – Cass City and the Detroit and Huron Railroad, 1913- Video
The Detroit and Huron Railroad opened in 1913, linking Cass City and Bad Axe. Once vital to Michigan’s Thumb, it ran its final train in 1951 before fading into history.
Author: Michael Hardy
Michael is the owner of Thumbwind Publications LLC. It started in 2009 as a fun-loving site covering Michigan's Upper Thumb. Since then, he has expanded sites and range of content and established a loyal base of 60,000 followers.
The Akron Coal Mine – The Forgotten Mine of Michigan’s Thumb
In 1908, the Akron Coal Mine in Tuscola County symbolized big hopes for Michigan coal. Within decades it was gone, leaving only photos and stories of a short-lived boom.
History of Blaney Park, Michigan – From Lumber Camp to Resort and Its Fascinating Bebirth
Blaney Park Michigan History reveals how a 1900s lumber town became a 33,000-acre resort with golf, cottages, and celebrity guests — then faded into a quiet roadside hamlet.
Michigan Deer Hunting Forecast – 3 Factors That Could Impact 2025 Season
Michigan’s 2025 deer hunting forecast predicts strong harvest numbers statewide but warns of EHD outbreaks, U.P. winter losses, and storm-related access issues.
Critical Michigan Outage Credit Rises to $42 as MPSC Stiffens Utility Penalties
Michigan’s utility regulators approved a 68% increase to outage credits, now $42 per day, and raised gas safety fines in a push to improve service and reliability.
Copperwood Mine Funding Fight – Markkanen Calls $50M Boost “A Lifeline” for U.P. Families
Copperwood Mine funding battle heats up as Michigan Rep. Greg Markkanen defends $50M infrastructure plan, framing it as vital for Western U.P. prosperity. Copperwood Mine Funding Fight Becomes Flashpoint in Michigan Politics State Rep. Greg Markkanen (R-Hancock) defended the proposed Copperwood …
Michigan Hardest Working State Ranking – At #50 We’re Dead Last and What Must Change
WalletHub’s 2025 report places Michigan at the bottom of its Hardest-Working States list, ranking 50th in employment and work engagement factors. The findings highlight challenges in labor participation and job quality despite Michigan’s recent gains in business-friendly rankings.
Remembering the Charm of Bay Port Summer Resort As it Was in 1894 – Video
The 1800s pamphlet promotes Bay Port resort, highlighting transportation via Flint & Pere Marquette Railroad, luxurious accommodations, fresh water sources, and recreational activities. It showcases Bay Port’s appeal as an accessible summer destination with scenic views and high standards of service.