On July 1 in history, the first U.S. postage stamps were issued, ZIP codes launched nationwide, Sony introduced the Walkman, and the PG-13 movie rating was created. (READ MORE)
Scott Winters
I’ve always been the kind of person who notices the things other people overlook — strange roadside attractions, forgotten pieces of history, interesting places, odd trends, and the little things in everyday life that make you laugh and say, “Wait... when did that become normal?”
This blog is where I share those discoveries.
Some days you might learn something fascinating from history. Other days I’ll take you along on a road trip, share a weird story from Michigan’s past, or simply rant about something in modern life that makes absolutely no sense.
No matter what, my goal is simple: keep things interesting!
June 30: Happy Birthday Rick Beckett!
It was back on June 30, 1954, that Rick Beckett entered this world. If I remember correctly, Rick was the youngest and last child Mr. and Mrs. Beckett had. Hmm, I wonder if there is a reason they stopped having kids after Rick was born? (READ MORE)
June 30 in History: Michigan Territory Is Organized, the Detroit Lions Are Born, and the First Corvette Rolls Off the Line
Here is what has happened on June 30. (READ MORE)
June 29 in History: Interstate Highways Begin, the TV Remote Is Invented, and the First iPhone Goes on Sale
On June 29 in history, the Interstate Highway System was authorized, the TV remote was invented, Apple tested the Apple I computer, and the first iPhone went on sale. (READ MORE)
June 28 in History: Labor Day Becomes a Holiday, the Mackinac Bridge Is Dedicated, and the World’s First Commercial Satellite Communications Service Begins
On June 28 in history, Labor Day became a U.S. holiday, the Mackinac Bridge was dedicated, and satellite communications began. (READ MORE)
June 27, 1985: Route 66 Retired
Out with the old, and in the with new. That’s exactly what happened on June 27, 1985 when Route 66 was officially removed from the United States Highway System. In it’s place…Interstate highways. (READ MORE)
June 27, 2000: Rick’s Audition Tape
When you apply for a job in radio, not only do you need to send a resumé, but you need to send them some audio of just what you do on the air. On June 27, 2000, Rick happened to find an audition tape of his from years prior. (READ MORE)