The Legacy of Gillingham Fishing Docks in Caseville, Michigan
A vintage postcard reveals the once-booming fishing docks of Caseville. Learn how the Gillingham Fish Company helped shape the Thumb’s economy—and what remains today.
Category: News
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News and events of Michigan’s Upper Thumb that are worth knowing in the region.
Here are some of the top stories.
Build, America, Build Address Slams Tariffs, Calls for Strategic Reindustrialization
Governor Whitmer’s address emphasized bipartisan support for Michigan’s reindustrialization amid rising global tensions. She advocated targeted strategies over tariffs, citing the auto industry’s challenges and highlighting initiatives for workforce development and Michigan’s pivotal role in defense and manufacturing.
Daily Great Lakes Ice Cover Report – April 9, 2025
Winter is ending in the upper Great Lakes. As ice cover decreases, weather patterns and lake activities will change. Current ice coverage is noted for each lake, with updates provided daily.
Grindstone Grill And Cottages – A Glimpse into Grindstone City’s Roadside Past
In the postwar era of Michigan’s Thumb, family vacations often meant packing into the car and heading to the shoreline. Long before Airbnbs and highway motels, small family-run operations like the Grindstone Grill and Cottages offered travelers a clean room, a …
Great Lakes Water Levels 2025 – Big Drops, Big Impacts Across Michigan
Unseasonably heavy precipitation and rising Great Lakes water levels mark a turning point in Michigan’s hydrological outlook this spring. Unstable Weather, Lake Rises Signal Shifting Climate Trends Residents and waterway stakeholders in Michigan and across the Great Lakes are watching closely …
Michigan Storm Relief Sparks Powerful Rural Response From Farmers
Farmers from northwest Michigan organized a grassroots relief effort to aid storm-damaged northeast counties, delivering essential supplies like fuel and food. This initiative highlights the strength of agricultural communities and the vital role of the Farm Bureau in times of crisis.
Michigan Ice Storm Forest Damage Wreaks Havoc: 5 Urgent DNR Recovery Moves
Michigan’s DNR faces severe challenges after an April ice storm, organizing emergency responses to assess forest damage, clear roads, and ensure public safety, while also addressing timber salvage and wildfire risks in affected ecosystems.
Michigan Ice Storm Recovery – 5 Warren Firefighters Join Statewide Effort
Five Warren firefighters answer the call to assist Northern Michigan towns hit hard by March’s record-breaking ice storm. Warren Fire Department has deployed five of its personnel to support cleanup and recovery operations in Northern Michigan after a catastrophic ice storm …