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In the heart of the Motor City and throughout Michigan, where the echoes of roaring engines once dominated the airwaves, there exists a different kind of roar – that of the Detroit Lions Football Team. The Portsmouth Spartans were founded in Portsmouth, Ohio (yes, OHIO!) and joined the NFL on July 12, 1930. They moved to Detroit in 1934 after being bought by George A. Richards. They were renamed the Detroit Lions as a nod toward the Detroit Tigers. The Lions have experienced their fair share of ups and downs. From the “Fearsome Foursome” defensive line of the 1960s to… Read More »

Once upon a moonlit night in the dense forests of Michigan, a creature of folklore and mystery roams the shadows – the legendary Dogman. While many websites touch upon the surface of its existence, we embark on a journey to delve deeper, exploring sightings and unraveling the enigmatic history that shrouds this canine-like being. Buckle up, as we navigate through the untrodden paths of Dogman lore, bringing you not just the usual, but the extraordinary. The origin of the Dogman legend in Michigan can be traced back to the late 19th century. The first reported sighting of the Dogman was… Read More »

Thompsonville is a small village located in Benzie County and was founded in the late 19th century. The history of Thompsonville is closely tied to early European-American settlement, the lumber industry, agriculture, and its transformation into a community near Crystal Mountain Resort. The lumber industry played a significant role in the local economy during the late 19th century. The vast forests in the region were logged to provide lumber for construction and shipping, contributing to the growth of the community. The Railroads In 1889 two railroads, the Chicago & West Michigan and the Frankfort & Southeastern had line that crossed… Read More »

A Towering Tribute in Oscoda, Michigan In the dense heart of Michigan’s verdant forests, where whispers of the past echo among the towering pines, stands a monument that tells a tale not just of wood and timber but of the men who conquered these wildernesses. As you gaze upon the majestic Lumberman’s Monument in Oscoda, it is not merely the statue that captivates you, but the stories it holds. Imagine a time when the air was thick with the scent of fresh-cut timber and the hum of sawmills echoed through the valleys. Ah, but let us delve deeper into this… Read More »