7 Notable Films Made in Michigan You Can Stream Today
Michigan used to promote and give tax credits for film production. Here are a few works created in the Great Lakes State.
The Dying Sparlings – A True Thumb Murder Mystery
The reaction to our review of Thumb Pointed Fingers was overwhelming. There still is intense interest about this true Michigan murder mystery. I was surprised on the number of people who mentioned that their grandfather or uncle was involved as a juror or in law enforcement.
The Most Expensive Home in Michigan’s Thumb
One of the most prestigious communities, Thumb Pointe’s location is truly unique. With a clear view of sunrises and sunsets this Gold Coast home is currently on the market for a cool $1.1 million.
Huron Led in Wind Energy Accidents in 2017
Huron County Michigan continues to lead the state in wind farm mishaps in 2017. Blade failure is the #1 incident reported.
Kilmanagh General Store – Saving A Great Thumb Icon
The Thumb’s own Kilmanagh General Store is iconic. However time has taken its toll on the 1870 structure that sports one of the last 1800’s storefront facades. The Building and Zoning Department has deemed the porch unsafe and ordered it repaired or removed. You can help save it. Find out how.
Michigan Jewish Colony of Palestine
The Northern Michigan Jewish Colony of Palestine located outside of Bad Axe began in the late 1883 and lasted for over 20 years.
Local Brewing is Sustainable and Tasty
The scenario for globalized worlds need to become local. The reason I pose the need for localization aligning with the effect on beer, because what would the world be without beer.
Hitching Post Inn – A Great Bar Burger In the Thumb
One of thue better bar burgers can be found in Elkton Michigan in the Upper Thumb.
The bar resides in an historic 1800s building that once was a church then a hotel. The stained glass is still intact.
Asian Carp – It’s Time to Consider a $20 Bounty
ThumbWind.com advocates placing a $10-20 bounty on each and every Asian Carp caught in the Great Lakes Region.
Great Lakes Pollution – Saginaw Bay Muck is Poop (#2)
2017 marks 30 years since Michigan’s Saginaw Bay was deemed an Area of Concern. Outdated and failing septic tanks, overflow from Bay City and Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations CAFOs. Experts confirmed local suspicions of what exactly is in the muck that has been appearing on beaches.