Smalltown Spotlight: Riga, in Lenawee CountySmalltown Spotlight: Riga, in Lenawee CountyThis crossing was named “Riga Junction”, a mile southeast of Riga. It only lasted a few years...now it is non-existent....John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Smalltown Spotlight: Norvell, Jackson CountySmalltown Spotlight: Norvell, Jackson CountyWilliam Hunt arrived in Jacksonburgh in 1831 and became the first settler in – what would become – Norvell, three miles east of Napoleon.John RobinsonJohn Robinson
The Oldest Still-Operating Bar in MichiganThe Oldest Still-Operating Bar in MichiganIt was originally a stagecoach stop called the “Old Tavern”, catering to travelers coming and going to Detroit and Lansing...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
The Shadow Village of Lac La Belle in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaThe Shadow Village of Lac La Belle in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaOnce one of Michigan's hottest mining sites, now basically a resort area. Here are some photos and information...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Michigan’s Roadside Eateries, 1900-1950Michigan’s Roadside Eateries, 1900-1950Part of the fun of a Michigan Roadtrip is stopping at the roadside diners, cafe's, and food stands...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Michigan’s Woodstock, the Goose Lake Festival: August, 1970Michigan’s Woodstock, the Goose Lake Festival: August, 1970Local history seemed to sweep the memory of the Goose Lake Festival under the carpet with very little written or recorded about it.....John RobinsonJohn Robinson
The Michigan Ghost Town and Abandoned Mine of NonesuchThe Michigan Ghost Town and Abandoned Mine of NonesuchIt wasn't getting anywhere, so the Nonesuch mine shut down permanently in 1912.....John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Michigan’s Evangelists, Revivalists, Quacks, Cures & Medicine MenMichigan’s Evangelists, Revivalists, Quacks, Cures & Medicine MenSome were sincere in their beliefs while others scammed the public. Take a look at these old photos...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Warren Dunes State Park: Created By Turkey Feathers & Corsets?Warren Dunes State Park: Created By Turkey Feathers & Corsets?Ladies' corsets saved Warren Dunes? Well.....yeah. Read the article and take a look at the photos!John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Juvenile Homes of Michigan and Starr Commonwealth Home For BoysJuvenile Homes of Michigan and Starr Commonwealth Home For BoysThe phrase "there's no such thing as a bad boy" did NOT originate in 'Boys Town'...it came from Michigan! Here are details and photos...John RobinsonJohn Robinson