Michigan’s Coney War Gets Saucy with Koegel’s New Flint Style Coney Sauce
Koegel Meats unveiled its Flint Style Coney Sauce, marking a major move in Michigan’s culinary rivalry and celebrating the company’s 110-year legacy in Flint.
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.
Huron Milling Company in Harbor Beach – A Glimpse into Michigan’s Industrial Past
This historic photograph captures the sprawling Huron Milling Company complex in Harbor Beach, Michigan, a major employer and economic driver in the early to mid-20th century. With its multi-story brick structure, water tower, and rail connections, the mill played a central role in processing grain and feeding regional markets.
U of M Study – Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations Tied To 28% Spike in Air Pollution – Map
A University of Michigan mapping study finds that large cattle and hog feeding operations raise PM2.5 pollution levels and disproportionately affect uninsured and Latino communities.
Grindstone City’s Historic Grindstones Drying Yard
A rare historic photo captures the drying yard of Grindstone City, Michigan, where freshly cut Berea sandstone grindstones awaited shipment to markets around the world. This scene reflects the height of the Thumb’s once-thriving stone-cutting industry.
12 Hints for a Fun Day Trip to Caseville Cheeseburger Festival in 2026
Caseville is close enough to Southeast Michigan to make a great day trip to it’s Cheeseburger in Caseville Festival. Here are some hints to make your day fun and stress free.
Caverns, Mines & Caves In Michigan – 14 Stunning Locations You Can Visit
Michigan’s natural beauty isn’t limited to its Great Lakes and lush forests—it extends underground to an array of hidden wonders: caves and caverns waiting to be explored. These natural and man-made marvels are perfect for adventurers seeking a different perspective on …
Huron Co BBQ is More Than BBQ – Sopapilla & Cheesecake Desserts, and Three Specialty Smashburgers – A Taste of Texas in the Thumb
Huron Co BBQ in Pigeon, Michigan is marking its third month with sopapilla cheesecake and three specialty smashburgers, available starting August 8 at regular pricing.
Michigan Tourist Towers – 7 Forgotten Roadside Marvels That Once Ruled the Highways – Video
Michigan’s beautiful landscape of rolling hills, sparkling lakes, and thick forests inspired early 20th-century entrepreneurs to build scenic lookout towers to entice the new generation of automobile tourists. In the 1910s and 1920s, as motoring became popular, roadside observation towers sprang …
Harbor Beach Michigan – We found 10 fascinating places to see, and things to do
Home to the world’s largest man-made fresh water harbor, the port of Harbor Beach is an ideal stopping point for sailors making their way up the shore of Lake Huron.
Rent a kayak and see three shipwrecks in the harbor
Caseville’s Thumb Brewery Recognition With Coveted Spot on America’s Best Restaurants – 2 Patrons to Win Big
Thumb Brewery gains national recognition by featuring on America’s Best Restaurants, offering gift card giveaways to celebrate with the local community.