News & Fun in Michigan
The History of Memphis Michigan follows a small Belle River town that powered early mills, welcomed the railroad, and built “The Thing,” a steam car that rolled before Ford’s Model T. Discover how innovation and industry shaped this Michigan community.
When Henry Ford’s gas electric train rolled into Tecumseh in 1926, it wasn’t just another railcar—it was Ford’s bold move to reinvent railroad travel. This short-lived yet visionary project connected his automotive empire to Michigan’s rail lines in revolutionary fashion.
From sweeping floors to avoiding ice cream with men, the Teacher Rules 1900 demanded more virtue than common sense. Our Michigan Moments post pokes fun at the bizarre expectations placed on early educators in Michigan and across America.
McGregor, Michigan, grew from one settler’s homestead into a vital Thumb-region railroad town. From its grain elevator to its one-room schoolhouse, McGregor Michigan history tells a timeless story of connection, community, and change.
The Detroit and Huron Railroad opened in 1913, linking Cass City and Bad Axe. Once vital to Michigan’s Thumb, it ran its final train in 1951 before fading into history.
In 1908, the Akron Coal Mine in Tuscola County symbolized big hopes for Michigan coal. Within decades it was gone, leaving only photos and stories of a short-lived boom.
Blaney Park Michigan History reveals how a 1900s lumber town became a 33,000-acre resort with golf, cottages, and celebrity guests — then faded into a quiet roadside hamlet.
The 1800s pamphlet promotes Bay Port resort, highlighting transportation via Flint & Pere Marquette Railroad, luxurious accommodations, fresh water sources, and recreational activities. It showcases Bay Port’s appeal as an accessible summer destination with scenic views and high standards of service.
