My mother, Gloria, had talked about wanting to walk across the Mackinac Bridge for many years. About 5 or 6 years ago, I had plans to take her up to make the hike across the bridge, but she injured a rib and she couldn’t make it. 2017 was the year we finally made it happen! (READ MORE)
August 31, 1997 – Princess Diana Dies
Princess Diana’s death is one of those moments in history where you remember exactly where you were, and what you were doing, when you heard the news. (READ MORE)
August 28, 1999: The last “Bozo’s Big Top” Show in Grand Rapids, MI
Today marks a sad anniversary for anyone who grew up in West Michigan during the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s or 90’s. It was on this day, August 28, 1999 that the very last local version of “Bozo’s Big Top” aired on WZZM TV-13. (READ MORE)
August 14, 2003: Northeast Blackout
It was a normal Thursday afternoon in the summer, or so many people thought. Then almost 55 million people found themselves without power. (READ MORE)