On August 6 in history, Hiroshima was bombed, the Voting Rights Act became law, the World Wide Web was introduced, and NASA’s Curiosity rover landed on Mars. (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!
The Great Robot Vacuum Uprising
Could robot vacuums really be a national security threat? A humorous look at what would happen if these battery-powered cleaning robots actually tried to take over the world.
August 5, 1957: “American Bandstand” debuted on ABC
On August 5, 1957, ABC TV kicked off “American Bandstand” with host Dick Clark. (READ MORE)
August 5 in History: The Mayflower Departs, “American Bandstand” Goes National, and NASA Launches Juno
On August 5 in history, the Mayflower departed England, American Bandstand premiered nationwide, NASA launched Juno, and the Statue of Liberty’s cornerstone was laid. (READ MORE)
August 4 in History: Anne Frank Is Arrested, the Billboard Hot 100 Debuts, and the U.S. Coast Guard Begins
On August 4 in history, Anne Frank was arrested, Billboard launched the Hot 100, the U.S. Coast Guard traces its origins to the Revenue Cutter Service, and Grand Rapids elected its first female mayor. (READ MORE)
August 3, 1977: Tandy TRS-80 Introduced
Do you remember your first home computer? On August 3rd, 1977, the Tandy Corporation introduced the world to the TRS-80. It was was on the world’s first mass produced personal computer. (READ MORE)
August 3 in History: Columbus Sets Sail, the NBA Is Formed, and USS Nautilus Reaches the North Pole
On August 3 in history, Christopher Columbus began his famous voyage, the NBA was formed, USS Nautilus crossed beneath the North Pole, and NASA launched the Messenger spacecraft. (READ MORE)