Michigan Barn Art in the Upper Thumb
by With its nearby Michigan Barn Art, Port Austin has become the acknowledged hub of artistic activity in the Thumb. With several galleries, the Art in the Park event on Labor …
Author: Paul Austin
Paul is a writer living in the Great Lakes Region. He dabbles in research
of historical events, places, and people on his website at Michigan4You.
When he isn't under a deadline, you can find him on the beach with a good book and a cold beer.
Lake Huron Secrets: Uncovering the Mysteries of North America’s Great Lakes
The Great Lakes, particularly Lake Huron, hold many secrets beneath their vast surfaces. These lakes cover an area larger than Utah and contain 5,500 cubic miles of fresh water. Lake …
6 Amazing Great Lakes Islands to Explore
The Great Lakes contain over 35,000 islands, and many of them are uninhabited. However, a select few draw sailors and visitors from all over North America during the brief summer …
RV Rental in Michigan State Parks – 9 Motivations To Consider
One of the things people miss most about their pre-pandemic lives is travel. Many feel there is just no way to resume traveling adventures while still keeping social distancing rules. …
Proposed Bill SB 1316 Mandates Florida Bloggers to Register and Report Earnings
Faced with withering criticism, the Republicans in Florida hope to crush critical reviews and discourse in the blogosphere by forcing Florida bloggers and web writers to register and report their …
Embrace the Chill at the Port Austin Winter Carnival 2025 – A Frosty Wonderland of Fun
In the heart of Michigan’s Thumb, where winter paints the landscape in shades of white and blue, the Port Austin Winter Carnival stands as a beacon of warmth, community, and …
Presidential Medal of Freedom Honors Michigan Roots and Global Leaders
President Biden awards the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 recipients, celebrating their transformative impact on America and the world. Presidential Medal of Freedom Highlights Michigan’s Legacy Michigan Governor George …
Cabin Roadside Art – A Unique Welcome
Our explorations along Michigan’s first scenic highway of M-25 are rendering more sightings of the popular cottage and cabin roadside art. This kind of signage offers a visual clue of …
Michigan Heroes Honored in New Federal Designations
The President’s signing of key bills, including the renaming of Michigan-based federal facilities, underscores bipartisan cooperation and local priorities. President Approves Laws Honoring Michigan Contributions On Saturday, January 4, President …
Will Michigan House Bill 5108 Revitalize Michigan’s Commercial Fishing Future?
A significant legislative development has surfaced in the complex and often contentious realm of Michigan’s fishing regulations. Michigan House Bill 5108, introduced by State Representative Jason Morgan of Ann Arbor, …