Yale’s Full of Bologna and Loving It: The 34th Annual Yale Bologna Festival

Posted on July 23, 2024July 23, 2024 by Michael Hardy

The 34th Yale Bologna Festival is back, celebrating C. Roy’s 100th anniversary with an Old Hollywood flair. The festival features bologna-themed events, including a food tent, crowning of royalty, fireworks, bologna ring toss, outhouse races, parade, live music, kids activities, and more. Taking place from July 26 to 28, 2024 in Downtown Yale, MI, it offers free admission and promises endless fun for all ages.

The 156th Huron Community Fair – A Week Of Farm & Midway Fun In 2024

Posted on July 22, 2024July 22, 2024 by Michael Hardy

The Huron Community Fair in Bad Axe is the longest continually running fair in Michigan. It offers fun, entertainment and a chance to see and learn farming life for all ages.

The Art Of N Scale Trains – 6 Spotlight Questions From Gaeth N Scale Models in Caseville

Posted on July 22, 2024July 22, 2024 by Michael Hardy

It happened by pure chance. I was working with Google Maps around the Rush Lake State Game Area, and an icon for a business came into view. A hobby shop, how intriguing. Gaeth N Scale Models is located on Sand Road, not far from Philp County Park and our cottage. How cool is that! Here is my virtual interview with Mark Gaeth.

5 Reasons You Need to Upgrade Your BBQ to a Pellet Smoker

Posted on July 15, 2024July 15, 2024 by Annette Hinshaw

Pellet smokers (aka pellet grills, wood pellet smokers, or pellet smoker grills) are on the newer side of meat-smoking technology. Pellet smokers use, you guessed it, wood pellets as fuel in an otherwise electric setup. An electric auger and self-regulating temperature gauge work in tandem to feed more pellets into the firepot to maintain a steady temperature and put out tons of flavorful smoke.

Michigan Residents Offered Free Community College Education on over 28 Campuses

Posted on July 14, 2024July 14, 2024 by Michael Hardy

As of 2019, only 41% of Michigan’s working-age residents had an associate degree or higher, placing Michigan at 31st in the nation.

The Michigan Reconnect program offers free tuition for residents age 25 and older to attend local community colleges in Michigan.

Michigan’s Shore Indian Trail – Hull’s Trace & War of 1812

Posted on July 11, 2024January 30, 2025 by Michael Hardy

The Shore Indian trail was one of the five major routes of land travel leading out of Detroit and one best known to the early settlers.

The trail begins from the rapids of the Maumee River to Toledo. It played a major role during the War of 1812.

What Is Michigan Known For? – 41 Unbelievable Trivia Tidbits

Posted on July 11, 2024April 27, 2026 by Michael Hardy

We found this set of amazing little tidbits of obscure trivia on what Michigan is known for in the automotive, shipping and transportation area. We are always hunting for others Michigan trivia, so I expect this list to grow well beyond these.

The Harbor Beach Maritime Festival 2024 – A Celebration of Music, Maritime Heritage and Fun On Lake Huron

Posted on July 9, 2024July 23, 2024 by Michael Hardy

The Harbor Beach Maritime Festival in Michigan offers a delightful mix of music, camping, and family-friendly activities celebrating the region’s rich maritime heritage. The festival features free concerts, diverse acts, and a range of entertainment and attractions from July 10th to 14th, 2024.

Lavender Farming 101: Why The Colorful Lavender Industry Is Booming In Michigan

Posted on July 2, 2024July 2, 2024 by Annette Hinshaw

Lavender is a versatile plant with a growing consumer demand. It’s used for sleep support, aromatherapy, hair and skin treatment, and pain relief. To profit, consider ecotourism and selling products like oils and soaps. Cultivating lavender requires attention to sunlight, soil, spacing, and climate. Harvesting and processing techniques are crucial for sales and markets.