What Happened to All the Old Downtown Buildings in Bailey, Michigan?
Where did they go? Did a fire wipe out the downtown many years ago?
Michigan history
West Michigan County Considered 'Asparagus Capital of the World'
Did you know each March is Food and Ag Month in Michigan? Well, now you do!
When folks think of Michigan-grown products things like cherries, blueberries, and even Christmas trees may come to mind, but did you have any idea we ranked first in the nation when it comes to asparagus production...
Michigan’s Red Crown Gas Stations, 1910s-1960s: Do Any Still Exist?
The 'red crowns' were a clever gimmick to lure customers in...and it worked.
Historic Covered Bridge in Centreville, MI Will Close For Repairs
Michigan's longest covered bridge, one of several open to vehicular traffic, the Langley covered bridge in Centreville is set to close for repairs in 2023.
Michigan’s Old Refreshment Stands: 1900-1950
The ice cream that melted off the cone soothed the hot cheeseburger juice that dribbled on your hand. Here's a look at over 25 Michigan refreshment stands...
Three Major Businesses Michigan Frequented: Where Did They Go?
These stores/shops were all over Michigan. I used to shop at two of 'em, and my mom used to drag me to one. See if you remember these (you should).....
Never Heard of Michigan's Famous Bumpy Cake? You're Not Alone
Michigan's famous Bumpy Cake was actually created by mistake by Fred Sanders in Detroit.
A Return to the Quarry Ruins in the Ghost Town of Fiborn, Michigan
Officially known as the Fiborn Karst Preserve, it is also home to the longest cave in Michigan.....
Inside the Hidden Caves of the Despicable Silas Doty: Hillsdale County, Michigan
This guy was one mean creep who plagued Michigan and surrounding states in the mid-1800s.....
The Bizarre Reason 30,000 Pizzas Are Buried in Ossineke, MI
On March 5, 1973 Mario Fabbrini, owner and operator of Papa Fabbrini Pizzas in Ossineke, Michigan held a funeral for 30,000 frozen pizzas.