113 Years Ago – A Quirky Week in News In Michigan’s Upper Thumb in 1912
113 years ago, the Harbor Beach TImes kept everyone up to date. No news was too obscure, strange, or quirky that it didn’t warrant a few lines in the paper.
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113 years ago, the Harbor Beach TImes kept everyone up to date. No news was too obscure, strange, or quirky that it didn’t warrant a few lines in the paper.
Continue readingThe story of the luxurious Bay Port Hotel and the railway resort era in the late 1800s was short lived.
Was the untimely demise of one of its guests the cause if its downfall?
Continue readingThe Blizzard of 1967, a monumental snowstorm in Chicago, left 23 inches of snow and paralyzed the city on January 26-27. It prompted community resilience and vividly marked everyday life, with many personal stories reflecting struggle and camaraderie amid the challenges and chaos of the storm.
Continue readingThe Blizzard of 1978, termed the “Storm of the Century,” severely disrupted West Michigan, causing 15-foot snow drifts and isolating communities. Despite challenges, the community exhibited remarkable resilience, ultimately highlighting the importance of preparedness and fostering unity during adversity.
Continue readingIn Mackinaw City and St. Ignace, Michigan, live cams are strategically placed in some of the most picturesque and significant spots along the Straits of Mackinac.
Continue readingMichigan’s got it all—beautiful beaches, endless forests, quirky small towns, and a history so rich you’d think it was mined
Continue readingSeveral famous people from Michigan have lived and summered in Huron County. From the frontier and lumbering days through the New Deal. We found an amazing set of individual stories that are worth exploring.
Continue readingMichigan’s historic mansions and estates reveal the state’s rich architectural diversity and cultural legacy. They embody the wealth and innovation of industrial tycoons, featuring styles from Victorian to Arts and Crafts. These ten notable sites, such as Meadow Brook Hall and Fairlane, offer tours and events, preserving Michigan’s vibrant history.
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