Photo: DTE Energy Foundation Trail. Image: video screenshot By Doug Marrin The scenic DTE Energy Foundation Trail, located just seven miles north of Chelsea, has captured the spotlight in a Pure Michigan video, released a year ago. The video, part of Pure Michigan’s ongoing effort to highlight the state’s outdoor recreational offerings, features the trail ...
When the donuts call, we must go The Dexter Cider Mill opened today, Friday, August 23, autumn’s unofficial opening day. Sure, the calendar says the first day of fall isn’t yet for another month, but when the aroma of cider and cinnamon donuts tickles your nose, it’s hard not to hear the clack of colorful ...
Nestled in the serene landscapes of Northern Michigan, ten miles south of Alpena, Dinosaur Gardens is a unique roadside attraction that blends history, paleontology, and religion. Photo: “Can you imagine meeting one of these things in the woods?” Photo by Doug Marrin “Is that Jesus?” Brendan asked. “I…guess…so?” I replied, also looking up, a little ...
By Carleen Nelson-Nesvig Michigan’s US-12 Heritage Trail recently hosted its annual event on August 9-11 that transforms this stretch of road into a treasure hunter’s paradise . Known as Michigan’s Longest Garage Sale, this event takes place each August, drawing visitors from across the state and beyond to explore over 200 miles of roadside vendors. ...
Photo: The tangled remains of a large steel crane at the shallow site of Haltiner Barge (aka Scanlon’s Barge), one of the stops on Alpena Shipwreck Tours. Photo: Thunderbay.noaa.gov Alpena, Michigan, gateway to the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary, offers a fascinating window into the maritime history of the Great Lakes. With 160 identified shipwrecks and countless more ...
A visit to Michigan’s Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park Photo: Ebmodaakowet, known as the Bone Man, depicted shooting an arrow of knowledge into future generations. Photo by Doug Marrin. In the heart of Michigan’s thumb lies a unique historical treasure, the Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park. “Ezhibiigaadek asin” (aysah-gabah-ahdek ah-sin): knowledge written in stone announces ...
Join the fun in downtown Dexter on August 9-10 for Music, Food, and Family-Friendly Activities The Dexter Summer Festival, formerly Dexter Daze, will take place in Monument Park on August 9th and 10th, 2024. This community event, celebrating its 50th year, continues to be a highlight of the summer season, bringing together residents and visitors ...
Photo: The National Cherry Festival in Traverse City is always great fun. Pictured here are the author’s grandsons with their cup of fresh cherries at the 2023 festival. Photo by Doug Marrin. From a single tree planted by a missionary in 1852 to producing 75% of the country’s tart cherries, here’s a look at how ...
Milan’s new outdoor event venue is ready to host year-round events downtown. By Doug Marrin Milan is set to unveil its newly remodeled Tolan Square, marking a significant milestone in community development. The outdoor event venue, spearheaded by local nonprofit Moving Milan Forward in collaboration with the City of Milan, will be officially dedicated on ...
Photo: The Alber family home on Pfaus Road in the mid-1800s. Courtesy of Nicolle Bossory. The Alber family expanded the orchard over the decades, planting a variety of apple trees, including traditional and heirloom varieties still grown today. The orchard gained renown for its cider production, employing a historic cider press that contributed to its ...
By Sue Kelch On June 14, 1899, the cornerstone of the Saline Methodist Episcopal Church was laid. And by coincidence on June 14, 125 years later, I sat down with one of the managing partners of the Salt Springs Brewery, Ron Schofield, Jr. – which is housed in that former church. You could say Salt ...
On July 13th, the Historic Webster Village will transport visitors two centuries into the past for a special Pioneer Day event celebrating the Dexter Bicentennial. Webster has an intimate connection to the area’s pioneering history and founder, Samuel Dexter, which makes this celebration particularly meaningful. “Step back into an earlier, simpler time with us as ...
A summer staple for family fun in Tecumseh is Twin Pines, located at 1102 W. Russell Road. The business combines delicious dining at Twin Pines Eatery with an adventurous 18-hole mini-golf course at Stone Mountain Miniature Putt. Owned by Mark and Megan Stevenson since 2017, the facility offers an exciting blend of casual dining and ...
Community News The Michigan Celtic Festival (formerly the Saline Celtic Festival)—set Saturday, July 13, at the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds—will offer fun activities for Wee Folks, made possible with the generous support of Ann Arbor Jaycees. Kids (accompanied by parents/caregivers) will enjoy crafts and games in Building E, noon to 5 PM: paint a shield, ...
Editor’s note: In its May 15, 2024, edition, the Sun Times News included a special “Discover Tecumseh” section. It contains articles describing many of the businesses and community life in this charming town. We’re running the articles online and encourage you to add a trip to Tecumseh to your list of fun things to do ...
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