On this day in history, March 30: the U.S. purchases Alaska, President Ronald Reagan is shot, and “Jeopardy” debuts on television. (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!
March 29 in History: Coca-Cola Created, Niagara Falls Stops Flowing, and Dow Hits 10,000
On this day in history, March 29: Coca-Cola is created, Niagara Falls stops flowing, and the Dow Jones surpasses 10,000. (READ MORE)
March 28 in History: Three Mile Island Accident, “Ed Sullivan Show” Ends, and “Futurama” Debuts
On this day in history, March 28: the Three Mile Island accident occurs, “The Ed Sullivan Show” airs its final episode, and “Futurama” debuts. (READ MORE)
March 27, 1912: The Day Washington, D.C. Turned Pink — Thanks to a Gift with Michigan Roots
A surprising connection between Washington, D.C.’s cherry blossoms and Michigan agriculture—how a destroyed shipment of trees may have protected U.S. orchards.
March 27 in History: U.S. Navy Created, Alaska Earthquake Strikes, and Viagra Approved
On this day in history, March 27: the U.S. Navy is established, a massive Alaska earthquake strikes, and Viagra is approved. (READ MORE)
March 26, 1999: Dr. Jack Kevorkian – The Michigan Doctor Who Televised Assisted Suicide
In 1999, Michigan doctor Jack Kevorkian was convicted after airing an assisted suicide on national television, sparking a national debate.
March 26 in History: Polio Vaccine Announced, Woodstock Film Premieres, and the Melissa Virus Spreads
On this day in history, March 26: Jonas Salk announces the polio vaccine, the Woodstock film premieres, and the Melissa computer virus spreads worldwide. (READ MORE)