News History & Fun in Michigan
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Michigan is known as the Great Lakes State. Surrounded by five of the six Great Lakes. ThumbWind has a number of stories devoted to Michigan places, food, and places to visit. Here are a few to explore
The Sanilac Petroglyphs are one of our most visited attractions in the Thumb region. Attracting thousands of visitors each year. The historic park has been featured on the PBS television series Michigan Under the Radar.
There are an estimated 6,000 sunken ships across all the Great Lakes with about 1,500 Michigan Shipwrecks located in Michigan waters. With Interactive Map
Side-wheeler steamers were used across the Great Lakes well into the late 1800s. The East Saginaw and Bay City line ran on Michigan’s Saginaw River.
The story of the luxurious Bay Port Hotel and the railway resort era in the late 1800s was short lived.
Was the untimely demise of one of its guests the cause if its downfall?
Michigan has set ambitious renewable energy targets, aiming for 50% by 2030 and 60% by 2035 under Public Act 235 of 2023. Despite challenges like supply chain issues and local opposition, solar energy is leading new installations, with significant growth in distributed generation. Legislative support aims to streamline project approvals and expand renewable capacity.
In the early 1990s, photographer and artist duo, Sue and Don Hardy traveled across the Thumb capturing images of life, culture, and architecture of the region. Here is a small sample of that collection.
Enjoy an experience with a Michigan train trip. Michigan has seven themed historical train excursions for the family to enjoy to sights.
Michigan’s Great Lakes basin is experiencing declining water levels and colder temperatures, impacting local communities and industries. Lakes Michigan-Huron, Superior, and Ontario report substantial drops, posing challenges for shipping, fishing, and coastal infrastructure. Ongoing monitoring and real-time data consultation are essential for adaptation and safety.
