Explore Centennial Park: Holland MI’s Hidden Gem
by Nestled in the heart of Holland, Michigan, stands a testament to time and community spirit, the Centennial Park. This treasured local landmark, with a rich tapestry of history woven into …
by Author: Paul Austin
Living in Michigan for almost 60 years has given me a lot of insight. I'm a contributing writer for Thumbwind Publications. His most recent project is developing edgy stories and content for Spice2Vice.com.
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3 Top-Rated Restaurants in Atlanta Michigan
by In the charming town of Atlanta, Michigan, the culinary opportunities are as diverse as they are delightful. The restaurants in Atlanta Michigan, range from family-friendly eateries to upscale dining experiences. …
Discovering the Steamer City of Alpena: A Historic Voyage on the Great Lakes
by The City of Alpena conducts service as part of the Detroit and Cleveland line. This 285-foot 2,000 horsepower sidewheel paddlewheel started service in 1893 and could carry up to 400 passengers and freight along the D&C’s “Coast Line to Mackinaw” run.
The Amazing Life of Alexander Henry – An English Fur Trader (And Pirate) On The Upper Great Lakes
by Alexander Henry was a fur trader, merchant, militia commander, and novelist who lived during the American Revolutionary War. His exploits were legendary during the war between France and England over control of the Great Lakes region.
Steamship City of Detroit III – A Floating Masterpiece
by Once the largest side-wheel steamer on the Great Lakes, The City of Detroit III operated from 1912 until 1950.
The Michigan Coyote Is On the Move and Ready For Love
by Mid-winter, the Michigan coyote is looking for love. Those midnight howls are coyote love songs and signal that matting season is here on Valentine’s Day.
Once the female coyotes have selected a mate, the pair can be in a couple for two to three months before mating. Even in locations with high coyote numbers and enough food, the Michigan coyote remains monogamous.
Henry Ford’s Village Industries Experiment
by Starting in 1919, Henry Ford’s village industries was an exploration of sites that could be set up for small factories primarily throughout Southeast Michigan
Early Days at Grindstone City
by Captain Aaron Peer founded Grindstone City as a company with quarry operations in 1834.
Peer, is one of the earliest settlers of Huron County and holds title to many of the “firsts” in the Upper Thumb.
11 Michigan Indian Trails We Travel Everyday
by The major roads and highways that we take for granted were once Michigan Indian Trails. The routes were perfect. Chances are you traveled on one of those ancient trails today.
Route Map of the Pere Marquette Railway for Michigan’s Summer Resorts 1913
by A large Midwest map of the Pere Marquette Railway for Michigan’s Summer Resorts 1913