John Robinson was raised in Stockbridge and began his media career at age 15 playing bass guitar and singing in a local rock band. From there he went into radio after receiving his license in 1974, along with being a TV host, author (ten books published to date), columnist, actor, producer, and emcee. He's been honored as Contributor of the Year by Townsquare Media and has also received a President's Club Award. His passions are all kinds of pop culture and Michigan history.
John Robinson
Out in the Michigan Wilderness: The Ghost Towns of Henderson and Ralph
In the U.P. wilderness sit these two hamlets: one completely empty, one a shadow of its former self. Info and photos are here...
A Gallery of Michigan Ghost Towns, 1870-1930
The great thing about Michigan Ghost Towns is - wherever you are in the state, there's always one nearby. Take a look at this gallery...
Abandoned Michigan Paper Company: 1905-2004
One of Michigan's most dangerous abandoned places, thanks to the contamination. Take a look at the gallery...
The Abandoned Old Mansion in the Michigan Woods
Secluded in the Michigan woods sit an abandoned mansion AND another nearby deserted farmhouse.....
An Old Abandoned Service Station with Cars Left Inside: Saginaw, Michigan
This service station closed up, abandoning three cars inside. Here are some photos...
Deserted Stone House: Somewhere Near Missaukee County, Michigan
Here's a quick look around this stunning but seemingly deserted stone house, out in the countryside somewhere around Missaukee County...
Vintage Photos of Isle Royale, Michigan: 1900-1956
Isle Royale is on many people's 'bucket lists' to visit. Here's some brief info and a great vintage photo gallery of the island...
PART THREE: Michigan’s Vintage Gas Stations, 1920s-1960s
Here are 20 more old Michigan gas stations going back 100 years...
The Unidentified Submerged Objects in Black Creek Near Lake St. Clair, Michigan
There are UFOs, and there are USOs - Unidentified Submerged Objects. There are a bunch of 'em in Black Creek near Lake St. Clair. Take a look...
Abandoned Home of a Flint Millionaire
Here's another deserted home that makes you scratch your head and wonder why...