Before the Fireside – The Loud & Wild History of the Cartwheel Inn Port Austin
The Cartwheel Inn was an entertainment destination in Port Austin. Top bands and bikers from Detroit and Chicago would stop by for “fun.”
Tag: 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
Heroic Stand: A Tale of a Wife’s Valiant Fight Against a Deadly Wolf Attack in 1859
In 1859, a ferocious wolf attacked a Michigan farmer. The farmer’s wife exhibited remarkable courage, engaging the wolf in a deadly fight. Her heroic stand underscored the unpredictable nature of wildlife and human bravery.
The Shipwreck of the Steam Barge Osceola Off Port Crescent Michigan in 1887 Yielded In Some Massive Dough
The 1887 shipwreck of the steamer barge Osceola near Port Crescent revealed a chaotic aftermath, as locals salvaged flour that floated ashore, while rescue crews struggled to recover the stranded vessel. Eventually deemed a total loss, it was later salvaged and rebuilt.
The Logging Camps of Elkland Michigan
Author and local historian Mark Putman takes a journey back to the 1800s, an era of the land speculation, logging, and development of Elkland Michigan, and Cass City
Sanilac Petroglyphs: 5 Stunning Facts About Michigan’s Sacred Native American Carvings
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.
Michigan Shipwrecks: 6,000 Haunting Discoveries Beneath the Great Lakes
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
Thumb Alliance: 95 Years of Keeping Chaos at Bay
Sheriff Ryan Robinson’s induction into the tri-county Thumb law enforcement alliance strengthens regional cooperation in Michigan. This partnership enhances public safety, resource sharing, and emergency response capabilities, with a collective 95 years of experience among the sheriffs, ensuring robust support for local communities amidst various challenges.
Side Wheeler Steamboats – Exploring Their Impact on Michigan’s Saginaw River
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.