The 2025 Kinde Polka Fest Roars Back September 13-14 In Michigan’s Thumb
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.
History of Ubly Michigan – Extraordinary Life in a Huron County Farm Town, 1900–1920
The history of Ubly Michigan between 1900 and 1920 reflects a small town shaped by farming, railroads, schools, and parades. Rare photos capture daily life in the Thumb.
Saginaw Trail – The Essential Journey On Michigan’s Oldest Indian Trail – Video
The Saginaw Trail is the oldest and most traveled route in the Indian trail system in Michigan. Starting from the Straits of Detroit to Saginaw. It was a trading route with many other trails leading off. Today the trail is denoted as a great American Roadway starting with Woodward Avenue in Detroit.
Michigan Mental Health System Faces Overhaul as Whitmer Puts Local Services Out for Competitive Bid
Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s move to put Michigan’s public mental health system out for competitive bid has sparked backlash from local providers warning of service cuts.
Thumb Brewery in Caseville: Craft Beer, Lucrative Charm, and Patio Vibes – Review
Thumb Brewery in Caseville blends historic charm with craft beer and pub fare. A lively patio, music bingo, and a friendly staff make it a standout in Michigan’s Thumb.
The Corner Drug Store In Harbor Beach – Pioneering & Celebrating For 142 Years – Video
This interesting shot from Harbor Beach Michigan is estimated to be from about 1910. The picture was taken in front of the Corner Drug and Jewelry Store. It turns out that this store has been featured in many photographs and postcards over the years.
History of Cass City Michigan – 7 Fascinating Stories That Shaped a Small Town
The history of Cass City Michigan traces its rise from a sawmill village to a thriving Thumb town. From wide Main Streets to Nestlé’s milk plant, Cass City shaped both local and national history.
11 Spectacular Michigan Disc Golf Courses Found In The Thumb
Michigan disc golf is now solidly established in the Upper Thumb region. These eleven courses vary from practice to tournament caliber.
Experience an Amazing Drone Flyby of Turnip Rock – Video
See an interesting view of Turnip Rock without getting wet. This drone flyby of the famous Thumb rock formation is worth a quick look.
Tawas City in the Lumber Era – Sunday Excursions on Michigan’s Logging Railroads
In the heart of Michigan’s lumber era, Tawas City thrived along the Lake Huron shore. Towering pine forests fed the mills, and narrow-gauge railroads wound their way through the woods, dragging timber to the rivers and sawmills that defined the town’s …