News & Fun in Michigan
Today the Kinde Polka Fest comes roaring back to the Upper Thumb with over 60 volunteers and a full slate of Polka entertainment over two days at the Friends of Kinde Palace. Festival organizers are optimistic that attendance will return to the pre-COVID levels of past years.
As the crisp air of early autumn settles over Bad Axe, Michigan, the town buzzes with anticipation for the 4th Annual Fall Frenzy. This vibrant celebration promises a full day of fun, food, and festivities for all ages. The Bad Axe …
The Huron County Poor Farm was built due to the 1830 Michigan law directing each county to build a poor house. It was on 200 acres located west of Bad Axe.
It operated until the start of Social Security in 1937.
The Van Buren State Park is a state park in Michigan. The park is on Lake Michigan’s shore in South Haven, Michigan. It has a famous mile of sandy beach among its wild sand dunes. It is famous for swimming, fishing, …
Michigan’s Upper Thumb region boasts a rich culinary scene, shaped by the area’s natural beauty and abundant waters. Michigan Sweet Corn and Whitefish Cakes perfectly capture the essence of a Michigan summer, blending fresh sweet corn and whitefish. These cakes, reminiscent of classic crab cakes, offer a regional twist highlighting local seafood.
Noodles are a staple in many cultures, enjoyed through dishes like Vietnamese Pho, Japanese Ramen, and Soba. Pho is a rich noodle soup with beef or chicken, Ramen features wheat noodles with pork, and Soba uses delicate buckwheat noodles. We were surprised to learn that these were amoung Michigan’s Favorite Fall Soup Recipes.
Homemade potato chips are a fun and rewarding kitchen project. Michigan’s climate and soil make it the potato chip capital of the US. To make your own chips, slice potatoes, soak, fry in batches, and season. Tips for success include uniform slices, monitoring oil temperature, and experimenting with flavors. Enjoy fresher, customizable chips at home.
As summer’s warmth begins to fade, Port Austin, Michigan, is gearing up to host one of its most anticipated community events—the Port Austin Summer Sendoff. Set against the backdrop of Lake Huron’s picturesque shores, this annual celebration promises an action-packed day …
