News & Fun in Michigan
The Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park will host a free community event on June 20, 2025, featuring traditional Anishinaabe lodge dressing to honor ancestral teachings and promote cultural awareness in Michigan’s Thumb region.
The Huron County Sheriff’s Office urges boaters to call 911 directly during water emergencies, following recent incidents with delayed communication. Prompt 911 calls can expedite rescue efforts and prevent unnecessary searches. Direct communication is emphasized after past incidents resulted in avoidable tragedies. The Sheriff’s Office urges the public and media to prioritize timely emergency calls.
Huron County, Michigan, is noted for its historic achievements spanning agriculture and industry, including the first winter wheat processed in the U.S. and the largest grindstone produced. Its rich history contributes to Michigan’s identity and attracts tourists and historians alike.
In 1878, the Port Huron and Northwestern Railroad extended track from Port Huron to Sand Beach, aiding local economy. The railroad was crucial for transporting goods and later converted to standard gauge. Accidents and declining use led to discontinuation of rail services in 1995, with the historic depot repurposed for lodging.
The Ten Cent Horse Barn Museum in Ubly, Michigan, faces closure due to declining community support and maintenance issues. Managed by the last remaining historical society member, the museum symbolizes a lost rural chapter, highlighting broader challenges faced by small heritage sites.
The fires of September 4th though the 6th 1881, commonly known as the Thumb Fire, took hundreds of lives and burned well over one million acres.
Three Huron County men were arrested on June 12th this week due to the efforts of a multi-agency task force. The arrests targeted individuals who seek sex from minors and human trafficking.
The calendar on your desk indicates that summer officially ends in about a week, but deep down you not quite ready to ditch the shorts and flip-flops for sweatshirts and football. It only really ends when you’ve done these 6 things in Michigan’s Upper Thumb.
