Caseville 5K – Run Around in the Upper Thumb
by Michigan’s Upper Thumb has several 5K run/walks during the summer and at the Cheeseburger festival in August. They are fun, well attended, family fun events.
by Author: Michael Hardy
Michael Hardy is the owner of Thumbwind Publications LLC. Michael was born in Michigan and grew up near Caseville. In 2009 he started this fun-loving site covering Michigan's Upper Thumb. Since then, he has authored a vast range of content and established a loyal base of 60,000 visitors per month.
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Get Up to Speed on Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
by There has been a slow boil effort making websites accessible for the disabled. For the past several years, websites outside of government it was thought …
Website Accessibility Advances at Thumbwind
by Web accessibility is the inclusive practice of ensuring there are no barriers that prevent interaction and access to Internet websites by people with disabilities. When sites are correctly designed, developed and edited, generally all users have equal access to information and functionality.
Experience a Drone Flyby of Turnip Rock
by We are seeing some amazing sights by those who are working with drones. Overflights of small towns and points of interest are becoming common and …
Ora Labora Colony – A Lost Community in Michigan’s North – Part 3
by Part III of the Ora Labora story brings us to 1864. The rapid growth of the colony was costly and the society needs funds to grow. It was time for drastic measures. The raging war in the south was turning in the North’s favor and the colony was on borrowed time until the draft took effect.
Ora Labora Colony- Lost in Michigan’s North – Part 4
by Part IV of the Ora Labora starts during Christmas 1864. The Colonies funds and provisions are low and its leader Emil Baur is begging his benefactors for loans to make it through the winter. With the war in its closing days the colonist are hopeful that a risky new venture will be profitable.
Capac Michigan’s Amazing Historical Museum and Railroad Depot
by The Capac Railroad Depot is a bit off the beaten path. Situated east of Imlay City, it maintains the vibrant small town rural charm found in Michigan. The town is located between Port Huron and Flint. The historic railroad depot is also home to one of the finest small town museums in the region.
Consumers Energy Wind Farms Continue to Grow
by Consumers Energy has been conducting its own alternative energy projects since 2014. It owns and operates six industrial wind farms in Michigan and Ohio. The company contributes over 1000 Megawatts of power from its wind farm base.
