22 Greatest Michigan Hoaxes And Urban Legends of the Past 100 Years
Looking back at some of the tall tales and news of the past, Michigan is rich in its ability to make up some of the greatest urban legends, hoaxes, and scams in the United States.
Deer Baiting Ban Under Fire as Michigan Lawmaker Proposes Repeal
Rep. Wortz proposes House Bill 4445 to lift Michigan’s deer baiting ban, citing overpopulation and crop damage concerns. Critics warn about potential disease spread and the undermining of science-based wildlife regulations.
Brandon Road Project Mandate – Trump Sets July 1 Deadline to Block Invasive Carp From Great Lakes
President Trump mandates urgent state-federal collaboration to expedite the Brandon Road Project, aimed at halting invasive carp threats to the Great Lakes, with a critical land acquisition deadline set for July 1, 2025.
Michigan Right to Repair Bill Aims to Empower Farmers, Cut Costs
Michigan farmers may soon have the right to fix their own equipment, thanks to Sen. Sue Shink’s Right to Repair bill aimed at reducing costly delays. Michigan Farmers Push for Right to Repair Amid Mounting Costs – Michigan Right to Repair …
Michigan Clean Energy – Whitmer Opens A Bold, AI-Driven Bet on Recycling Success in Grand Rapids
Michigan launches Woodchuck’s AI-driven biomass facility in Grand Rapids, setting a national standard for clean energy innovation, diverting waste from landfills, and creating jobs while enhancing sustainability and resilience against climate issues.
Bird’s Bay City Scooters Exit – Popular Service Ends Amid National Shake-Up
Electric scooter rentals in Bay City will end May 16 as Bird restructures operations nationwide, despite strong local ridership for Bay City scooters. Bird’s Exit From Bay City Marks Shift in Urban Transportation Options Bay City, Michigan — Bird, the electric …
Owendale Michigan – A Startling Glimpse of Small-Town Life in the 1900s – Video
At the start of the 20th century, Owendale, Michigan, was a small but thriving community in Michigan’s Thumb. Main Street was the heart of town, lined with businesses like L.C. Durby Hardware, general stores, and bustling grain and lumber yards. Wagons …
Rose Island Resort – A Delightful Bay Shore Playground Near Sebewaing 1915-1930
Rose Island, a popular Michigan resort since the early 20th century, thrived with amenities like boating, dancing, and picnics. Owned initially by the Durkees and later the Peters Brothers, it became a vibrant community hub before declining.