Explore April 10 in history, including the Titanic setting sail, the creation of the U.S. patent system, and the first-ever image of a black hole. (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!
I Helped Paint the World’s Largest Ball of Paint (Yes, Really)
Yes, I helped paint the World’s Largest Ball of Paint. Here’s what it’s like to add coat #30,504 to this 6-ton attraction.
April 9 in History: Civil War Ends, Alaska Purchase Ratified, and Paul McCartney Leaves Beatles
Explore April 9 in history, including Lee’s surrender at Appomattox, the Alaska purchase, and Paul McCartney leaving The Beatles. (READ MORE)
What I Did on Spring Break (Or: How I Tried to Bring Warm Weather Home and Failed)
From painting the world’s largest ball to seeing a rocket launch—this spring break road trip was anything but ordinary.
April 8 in History: Hank Aaron Breaks Record, Times Square Named, and COBOL Developed
On this day in history, April 8: Hank Aaron breaks the home run record, Times Square is named, and COBOL programming language is developed. (READ MORE)
April 7, 1978: Zooella Died
On April 7th, 1978, John Ball Zoo’s only elephant, an Indian elephant named “Zoella”, passed away. (READ MORE)
April 7 in History: World Health Organization Founded, Empire State Building Begins, and Baghdad Falls
On this day in history, April 7: the World Health Organization is founded, the Empire State Building begins construction, and Baghdad falls. (READ MORE)