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)
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 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)
June 27 in History: The First ATM Arrives, Route 66 Ends, and “WALL-E” Hits Theaters
On June 27 in history, the first ATM was installed, Route 66 officially ended, Space Shuttle Columbia launched, and Pixar’s “WALL-E” premiered in theaters. (READ MORE)
June 26 in History: Harry Potter Debuts, the First Barcode Scan, and the U.S. Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage
On June 26 in history, Harry Potter was published, the first barcode was scanned, the U.N. Charter was signed, and same-sex marriage became legal nationwide in the United States. (READ MORE)
June 25 in History: Custer’s Last Stand, Microsoft Incorporates, and Michael Jackson Dies
On June 25 in history, Custer’s Last Stand occurred, Microsoft incorporated, Windows 98 launched, and Michael Jackson died unexpectedly. (READ MORE)