On July 13 in history, the Hollywood Sign was dedicated, the Nixon tapes were revealed, Live Aid concerts took place, and the MLB All-Star Game was played outside the U.S. for the first time. (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!
July 12 in History: The Medal of Honor Is Authorized, Elvis Signs with Sun Records, and “Family Feud” Debuts
On July 12 in history, the Medal of Honor was authorized, Elvis Presley signed with Sun Records, the Rolling Stones played their first concert, and “Family Feud” debuted. (READ MORE)
July 11 in History: Alexander Hamilton’s Duel, “To Kill a Mockingbird” Is Published, and the Gus Macker Tournament Begins
On July 11 in history, Alexander Hamilton died in a duel, “To Kill a Mockingbird” was published, Telstar transmitted the first transatlantic TV signal, and the Gus Macker tournament began. (READ MORE)
July 10 in History: The Grand Hotel Opens, Telstar Launches, and Coca-Cola Classic Returns
On July 10 in history, the Grand Hotel opened, Telstar launched, Coca-Cola Classic returned, Wyoming became a state, and Joe Camel was retired. (READ MORE)
Before GPS: Michigan’s Giant Concrete Arrows Guided Airplanes
Long before GPS, giant concrete arrows guided airmail pilots across Michigan. Discover the forgotten navigation system that helped shape early aviation.
July 9 in History: The 14th Amendment Is Ratified, Bell Telephone Is Founded, and “Donkey Kong” Debuts
On July 9 in history, the 14th Amendment was ratified, Bell Telephone was founded, the first Wimbledon Championship was held, and “Donkey Kong” introduced Mario. (READ MORE)
July 8 in History: The Ice Cream Sundae Is Created, “The Wall Street Journal” Debuts, and Twister Is Patented
On July 8 in history, the ice cream sundae was created, “The Wall Street Journal” was first published, Twister received its patent, and Space Shuttle Atlantis began the final shuttle mission. (READ MORE)