Today’s news
LMC Hosting Presentation on 120-Year History of Blossomtime Festival
The free public event will explore the origins and evolution of the long-running Southwest Michigan tradition.

Cheating Was Once Seen as Part of the Fun
These vintage photos show how casual infidelity was viewed in the past
Lest We Forget plans speaker series for 250th anniversary of U.S.
The series will explore topics from the American Revolutionary War ahead of the group's annual military reenactment weekend.
Recent news
Mar. 6, 2026
LMC to Host Presentation on Blossomtime Festival's Rich History
Event will explore the 120-year legacy of the oldest and largest multi-community festival in the United States.
Mar. 6, 2026
Lest We Forget plans 250th anniversary educational sessions
Nonprofit group to host 8-week series ahead of annual Revolutionary War reenactment event
Mar. 5, 2026
Jackson Resumes Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Reconstruction
Phase 2 of the infrastructure project to begin on March 9, continuing planned improvements.
Mar. 4, 2026
Lake Michigan College to Host Blossomtime History Event
Free public program will explore the legacy of Southwest Michigan's cherished festival
Mar. 4, 2026
Schoolcraft County Historical Society Receives Grant
Funds will be used to replace aging furnace in archive building
Mar. 4, 2026
MSU Museum Reopens After $28M Renovation
The museum has undergone its first major renovations in 75 years.
Mar. 4, 2026
Manistique High School Class of 1918 Remembered
Longtime resident shares memories of classmates from over a century ago
Mar. 2, 2026
Tecumseh Library to Host Railroad History Program
Event to cover the New York Central Jackson Branch that once ran through downtown Tecumseh.
Mar. 2, 2026
Pop-Up Holocaust Museum Opens in Adrian
The temporary exhibit will run from March 3 to April 26 in downtown Adrian.
Feb. 27, 2026
Detroit's Book Tower Celebrates 100 Years of History
The historic 38-story building has been transformed into a hotel and apartment complex after a major renovation.
Feb. 25, 2026
Abandoned Detroit Building Housed Diverse Businesses Over Decades
Once a bustling commercial hub, the 1930 structure on Livernois Avenue now sits empty with squatters.
Feb. 24, 2026
Family Histories Trace Roots Across Generations
Genealogist explores the surprising depth of family trees and how we're all connected
Feb. 23, 2026
Abandoned Detroit Theater Sits Vacant for Decade
The former Zellah Theatre, later known as the Moran Theater, has been empty since 2016.
Feb. 23, 2026
Abandoned Roadside Stop: Smitty's Family Fun Center in Lewiston
A look back at the former family entertainment hub that closed its doors sometime before 2009.
Feb. 21, 2026
Lansing's Historic Michigan & Washington Avenues Shine in Early 1900s
A look back at the bustling streets that defined downtown Lansing over a century ago
Feb. 18, 2026
Dansville, Almost Michigan's State Capital: A Brief History
The small town of Dansville was once considered to be the state capital, but fires and other setbacks prevented it from becoming the seat of government.
Feb. 18, 2026
Mackinaw Area Historical Society releases new children's activity booklet
The booklet is designed to engage elementary-aged kids in local history through creativity, storytelling and play.
Feb. 17, 2026
Northern Michigan Historical Museum Faces Uncertain Future After Lease Non-Renewal
Mesick Village President cites thousands in unexpected costs from building maintenance issues as reason for not renewing museum's lease.
Feb. 15, 2026
Michiganders Celebrate Polish Heritage in Detroit Ahead of Fat Tuesday
Paczki parties at local distilleries and breweries draw crowds for paczki-flavored drinks, food, and Polish cultural festivities.
Feb. 13, 2026
103-Year-Old Bay City Woman Honored with Rosie the Riveter Medal
Vera Gobeski worked at Dow Chemical Foundry during WWII, creating parts for military aircraft.