Huron County Celebrates History with Museum Weekend on September 28 & 29
Huron County, MI — History enthusiasts and families looking for an educational and engaging weekend outing are in for a
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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.
The Way It Was – Charity Island Saginaw Bay Lighthouse Ruins 1993
This picture of Charity Island Michigan Ruins was taken in 1993, about the time Standish real estate broker Robert Wiltse and a group of investors bought the island for development.
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The Great Michigan Flood of 1986: Mid-Michigan Disaster
Few natural disasters have the impact of a flood. In hours entire communities can be forever changed. The Great Michigan Flood of 1986 affected the entire Mid-Michigan region. We take a look.
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Tour Michigan’s Thumb Along M-25 to Getaway From It All
With 150 miles of shoreline the contrast between the rocky, rugged Lake Huron side is toured to the sugar sand and calm waters of Saginaw Bay. The thumb region is a great area to explore.
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10 Unique Michigan Food Companies You Can’t Miss
In our effort to be eclectic we offer these six outstanding, yet typically overlooked, Michigan food companies each with their specialties that are not to be missed.
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15 Interesting Things To Do In Sanilac County, Michigan
There are lots of fun things to do in Sanilac County, Michigan. The following list is just an introduction to the many fun activities available in this wonderfully pretty area of the sunrise side of Michigan.
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46 Seasons of the Tasty Bay Port Fish Sandwich Festival 2024
The Bay Port Fish Sandwich Festival is the granddaddy of them all. Since 1978 folks come in and lined up for a fish sandwich that “takes two hands to hold one.
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19 Premiere Michigan Lavender Farms – A Place To Find Color & Calm
Discover the serene world of Michigan Lavender Farms! Uncover their hidden gems, learn about the lavender labyrinth, and find out when lavender blooms in Michigan. Curious? Click here to dive into a fragrant adventure ??
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The Forlorn Pere Marquette Depot of Harbor Beach
In 1878, the Port Huron and Northwestern Railroad extended track from Port Huron to Sand Beach, aiding local economy. The railroad was crucial for transporting goods and later converted to standard gauge. Accidents and declining use led to discontinuation of rail services in 1995, with the historic depot repurposed for lodging.
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Yale’s Full of Bologna and Loving It: The 34th Annual Yale Bologna Festival
The 34th Yale Bologna Festival is back, celebrating C. Roy’s 100th anniversary with an Old Hollywood flair. The festival features bologna-themed events, including a food tent, crowning of royalty, fireworks, bologna ring toss, outhouse races, parade, live music, kids activities, and more. Taking place from July 26 to 28, 2024 in Downtown Yale, MI, it offers free admission and promises endless fun for all ages.
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