How Lake Superior State famously became the ‘Word Police’
It all started on New Year’s Day in 1976, when Lake Superior State University (LSSU) Public Relations Director W.T. (Bill) Rabe unwittingly started an annual tradition by releasing a list of banished words. The tongue-in-cheek List of Words Banished from the Queen’s English for Mis-Use, Over-Use and General Uselessness, began as a publicity ploy for little-known LSSU. The media response was overwhelming, and launched a process that has continued
Remembering Michigan native and national hero Roger Chaffee
January 27, 1967 started just like any other day for most Americans. There was much excitement through the nation as three men prepared for another mission in space. The three astronauts knew that in a month, their mission could make history. Unfortunately, they did make history, but were not able to enjoy their fame or accolades. Grand Rapids, Michigan native, Roger B. Chaffee was one of
12 things to do in Michigan in January 2019
For those of us who choose to live in Michigan, embracing each season is part of the joy. The state is a winter wonderland come this time of year, with plenty of cool events and opportunities. Here are our 12 things to do in January 2019. Jan 5 Treetops Skiable Feast – Gaylord Often the only downside to enjoying a gourmet feast, is needing to work off all
Bay City’s Half Mile Handmade
Located just inland from Lake Huron, and north of Saginaw, Bay City is somewhat unique as the home to four modern drawbridges: Liberty Bridge, Veterans Memorial Bridge, Independence Bridge, and Lafayette Avenue Bridge. They enable traffic to flow between the east and west sides of the city, while still allowing large ships to travel easily along the Saginaw River. It is across one of those bridges, on the east side of
The ‘Frostbitten Convention’ that secured our beloved Upper Peninsula
This time of year often brings some heated college football rivalries, and none more nationally-known than the University of Michigan versus Ohio State University. It seems as though these two colleges, and by extension, these two states, have a deep animosity toward one another. When did this start? How did it happen? Well, readers, I have a theory, and it goes back to the 1830’s, when Michigan was trying to
DNR auction of surplus public land starts Dec. 11
Eighty-one individual land parcels in Michigan, ranging in size from less than an acre to 160 acres, will be available for sale by sealed-bid auction starting Tuesday, Dec. 11. The auction is part of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ overall strategy to efficiently manage public lands while maximizing outdoor recreation opportunities. Bids will be accepted through Jan. 9, 2019. These surplus public land parcels are