Post 1 P.L.A.V. – Hamtramck’s Veterans Hall, 1938
A 1938 postcard freezes a familiar Hamtramck corner: the Polish Legion of American Veterans’ Post 1 hall, built in the 1920s and long used as a neighborhood gathering place.
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News and events of Michigan’s Upper Thumb that are worth knowing in the region.
Here are some of the top stories.
Daily Great Lakes Ice Cover Report – January 25, 2026
The Winter of 2025-2026 is now underway across the upper Great Lakes region. As ice cover increases, changes in weather patterns and lake activities will be expected. This daily report provides the latest updates on ice conditions across the lakes. Lake …
Daily Great Lakes Ice Cover Report (29%)- January 24, 2026
The Winter of 2025-2026 is now underway across the upper Great Lakes region. As ice cover increases, changes in weather patterns and lake activity are expected. This daily report provides the latest updates on ice conditions across the lakes. Lake Superior: …
Ice Storm Preparation – What Homeowners Can Still Do Before the Weekend – Download this 38 point checklist
Ice storms bring power outages, frozen pipes, and blocked roads. This guide breaks down last-minute ice storm preparation steps homeowners can take now, plus the supplies needed to get through three to four days safely.
Daily Great Lakes Ice Cover Report – January 20, 2026
The Winter of 2025-2026 is now underway across the upper Great Lakes region. As ice cover increases, changes in weather patterns and lake activity are expected. This daily report provides the latest updates on ice conditions across the lakes. Lake Superior: …
Daily Great Lakes Ice Cover Report – January 8, 2026
The Winter of 2025-2026 is now underway across the upper Great Lakes region. As ice cover increases, changes in weather patterns and lake activities will be expected. This daily report provides the latest updates on ice conditions across the lakes. Lake …
A Midcentury Lunch Staple – The Forgotten 1950s Sandwich Spread Recipe That Fed a Generation
This 1950s sandwich spread turned leftover ham and bologna into an affordable, filling lunch. Learn its history, classic pairings, and why it still works today.
Daily Great Lakes Ice Cover Report – January 3, 2026
The Winter of 2025-2026 is now underway across the upper Great Lakes region. As ice cover increases, changes in weather patterns and lake activities will be expected. This daily report provides the latest updates on ice conditions across the lakes. Lake …