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As part of a three part series, here are some monumental moments of Michigan’s rich history. c. 400 BC to 1615: Michigan’s first residents who left records in bark scrolls, and whose descendents are still living in the area are the Ojibwa, Ottawa and Potawatomi tribes of Native Americans. 1668 – Jesuit Fathers Jacques Marquette …

It’s that wonderful time of the year when we rejoice in our gratefulness and celebrate the changing of the year. Up and down our wonderful state, wintertime is celebrated. Here is a sampling of the more unique Michigan fests: Christmas, Michigan. Yes, Virginia, there is a town called Christmas in Michigan. A small, quaint town …

Our Huron county campgrounds are closed for the winter now. Here are some wonderful destinations throughout our state you might want to visit: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Munising, MI 49862; (906) 387-3700 Backcountry camping permit required. Hike through a forest of white birch from Twelvemile Beach and marvel at the wondrous colors of the namesake Pictured Rock …

The time to make your 2020 reservations is fast approaching. To aid you in booking your stay, here are the dates for 2020 events at the campgrounds: December 6, 2019 – Reservations open for 2020 season April 15, 2020 to May 21, 2020 at Caseville – Off Season Daily Discount: $5 off May 1, 2020 …

As the sun sets on another season, here are the dates of key events from now until the parks re-open for 2020: October 15, 2019: Lighthouse, Oak Beach, Sebewaing, Stafford and Wagener Parks close for the year. October 31, 2019: Caseville Park closes for the year. November 4, 2019: Reservations for the Cheeseburger Festival open …

Since this past June of 2019, waters levels in Lake Huron have risen to 581.76 feet, a half-inch short of the all-time record high level. The lake raised half a foot from May to June. This is a foot above the level in June 2018, and 30 inches higher than the average level. Locally, the …

It’s the middle of the summer, but we know the first exhibition football game is August 1. Once again, the beloved Detroit Lions take the field for the state of Michigan. Originally based in Portsmouth, Ohio and called the Portsmouth Spartans, they officially became part of the NFL for the 1930 season. Despite success on …

As another presidential election approaches, we turn our attention to past elections, and those men from Michigan who have run for the office. No one born in the Wolverine State has ever been president of the United States. No one even closely associated with Michigan has ever been elected president. Wait a moment, you say. …

It is the start of a new camping season at Huron County Parks! Here’s a look at some of the great events at each Huron County campground throughout the season, with more being added by managers all the time. Please keep in mind, park events are subject to change. April 15, 2019: Caseville County Park …

Huron County is rich in both luscious lands, and historical places. While you may have heard of many, here are three lesser-known spots in Huron County on the US National Register of Historic Places: 1. The Harbor Beach Lighthouse What: The light of the Lighthouse spins at a height of 54’ from the Harbor Beach …