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.
Pointe Aux Barques Depot Preserves a Powerful Slice of Michigan History
This early 1900s photo captures the rural railroad depot at Pointe Aux Barques, Michigan, taken by Louis James Pesha. The image includes a windmill-powered water tower, a wooden depot station, and both a horse-drawn buggy and early automobile, capturing a transitional …
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.
Stanton’s Cottages – A Charming Port Austin Roadside Resort History From the 1940s
Stanton’s Cottages was a small tourist resort of rustic cabins located along M-25 (formerly US-25) about two miles west of Port Austin, Michigan. The enterprise took its name from its proprietor, Carl Stanton, a resident who established the cottages with his …
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.