Category: News

Site announcements of changes that affect the Thumbwind website are highlighted.

News and events of Michigan’s Upper Thumb that are worth knowing in the region.

Here are some of the top stories.

He Inspired Cheeseburger in Caseville – Jimmy Buffett Dead at 76

Posted on September 2, 2023September 2, 2023 by Michael Hardy

He inspired the famous Cheeseburger in Caseville festival that has been an August tradition in the Upper Thumb for over 25 years. Jimmy Buffett Dead at 76

81-Year-Old Man is Run Over by Driverless Tractor in Huron County

Posted on August 17, 2023August 17, 2023 by Michael Hardy

A stalled classic tractor, a jumpstart with the rig in gear renders a life hanging in the balance. A passerby saves the day in this account of a driverless tractor incident on a Huron County farm.

Swing with the Bill Denbrock Big Band: Free Concert at Gallup Park, Port Austin

Posted on August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by Malcom Mott

wing to the rhythm of the Bill Denbrock Big Band at Gallup Park! From classic tunes to modern numbers, this free concert promises an unforgettable night of music and dance.

Lake Township Proposes To Eliminate Airbnb and Vrbo Short-Term Rentals

Posted on July 27, 2023July 27, 2023 by Michael Hardy

Will these proposed zoning changes impact your next vacation? Or maybe they’ll affect your rental property? Stay ahead of the curve and find out more about these potentially transformative changes.

Lake Township Planning Commission Faces Withering Comments of By Local Residents Over Proposal to Ban Airbnb and Vrbo Short-Term Rentals.

Posted on July 10, 2023July 10, 2023 by Michael Hardy

Overflow crowd speaks out against the move to outlaw Airbnb and Vrbo listings in an idyllic lakeside community. Lake Township,

Caro Psychiatric Hospital – Grand Opening of an $85m Mental Heath Facility

Posted on June 9, 2023June 9, 2023 by Michael Hardy

Caro’s new $85 million Psychiatric Hospital opens its doors, marking a significant advancement in mental health care in Michigan. The state-of-the-art facility promises an enhanced treatment environment for families in need of inpatient behavioral health services. The modernized hospital plays a critical role in the Caro community and sets a new benchmark in mental health care facilities.

The End of the Road in Michigan Podcast Hits Top 100 List on Feedspot!

Posted on May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 by Michael Hardy

We’re overjoyed to announce that our ‘The End of the Road in Michigan’ podcast has made it to the prestigious ‘Top 100 Michigan Podcasts’ list on Feedspot! This recognition celebrates our commitment to creating accessible and engaging content, bringing unique Michigan stories to everyone, including those with sight or reading difficulties.

3 Thumbwind Publications Websites Included in Secret Google C4 Dataset Used to “Train” AI Systems like Bard and ChatGPT

Posted on April 22, 2023April 22, 2023 by Michael Hardy

The Washington Post recently reported that three Thumbwind Publications websites are part of Google’s C4 dataset. Inclusion in this dataset highlights the quality, relevance, and diversity of their content. However, it also raises potential privacy concerns and necessitates responsible data management.