Caseville 5K – Run Around in the Upper Thumb
Michigan’s Upper Thumb has several 5K run/walks during the summer and at the Cheeseburger festival in August. They are fun, well attended, family fun events.
Get Up to Speed on Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
There has been a slow boil effort making websites accessible for the disabled. For the past several years, websites outside of government it was thought of as “nice to have” especially for ecommerce, transportation, insurance and banking where current and potential …
Website Accessibility Advances at Thumbwind
Web accessibility is the inclusive practice of ensuring there are no barriers that prevent interaction and access to Internet websites by people with disabilities. When sites are correctly designed, developed and edited, generally all users have equal access to information and functionality.
Michigan Prohibition – 16 Years Of Bootlegging At Huron’s Whiskey Harbor
On the eastern edge of Michigan’s Thumb lies a lonely and very rocky cove on the shore of Lake Huron. The remote area sits on a layer of limestone that makes it hard to build on so it remains undeveloped to this day. It’s hard to imagine that this beautiful remote setting was the site for criminal activity during the time of Michigan Prohibition for over 12 years.
Ora Labora Colony – A Lost Community in Michigan’s North – Part 3
Part III of the Ora Labora story brings us to 1864. The rapid growth of the colony was costly and the society needs funds to grow. It was time for drastic measures. The raging war in the south was turning in the North’s favor and the colony was on borrowed time until the draft took effect.
6 Amazing Great Lakes Islands to Explore
With over 35,000 islands, the salt and shark-free Great Lakes have some of the most inviting and unique chances for island exploring anywhere in the world. Some of these magnificent island destinations are only accessible by boat or float plane, while others offer regularly scheduled ferry service. Here are six choice island destinations to explore.
Ora Labora Colony- Lost in Michigan’s North – Part 4
Part IV of the Ora Labora starts during Christmas 1864. The Colonies funds and provisions are low and its leader Emil Baur is begging his benefactors for loans to make it through the winter. With the war in its closing days the colonist are hopeful that a risky new venture will be profitable.
Capac Michigan’s Amazing Historical Museum and Railroad Depot
The Capac Railroad Depot is a bit off the beaten path. Situated east of Imlay City, it maintains the vibrant small town rural charm found in Michigan. The town is located between Port Huron and Flint. The historic railroad depot is also home to one of the finest small town museums in the region.