Michigan Workforce Report Shows Rising Unemployment and Rural Struggles
Michigan’s Labor Day workforce report shows unemployment rising above the national average, rural job scarcity, low wages, and union decline straining economic growth.
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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
Whitmer’s Michigan Investment Mission to Japan and Singapore Signals New Economic Era
Governor Gretchen Whitmer leads a Michigan investment mission to Singapore and Japan, highlighting trade opportunities, advanced manufacturing, and local job growth.
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.
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.
Is Michigan About to Become the Safest State for Immigrants in America?
State lawmakers propose new legislation to protect immigrant communities from secretive raids, enforce privacy safeguards, and strengthen public trust in Michigan immigration enforcement. Lawmakers Introduce Immigration Enforcement Reform Package LANSING, Mich. — On Tuesday, Sen. Mary Cavanagh (D-Redford Twp.) introduced a …
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.
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.
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.