On May 1, 1926, Henry Ford introduced the five-day, 40-hour workweek—an idea that reshaped American labor and started in Michigan.
Saturday, May 2nd is World Naked Gardening Day: I Tried It So You Don’t Have To
I tried World Naked Gardening Day so you don’t have to. Here’s what happened when I attempted yard work in the buff.
Things That Were Easier 20 Years Ago (Or At Least Felt Like It)
Things felt simpler 20 years ago. A humorous look at TVs, passwords, phones, and why modern life feels more complicated.
April 29, 1813: The Simple Invention That Helped Build Michigan’s Auto Empire
An early rubber patent on April 29, 1813 helped lay the foundation for Michigan’s automotive industry, where rubber became essential to building cars.
April 23, 1998: Rick’s Musical Instruments
Here is a clip where Rick & Scott talked about some of the musical instruments that Rick used to own. He didn’t know now to play them, he just had them! (READ MORE)
When Michigan Lowered the Drinking Age… and Immediately Regretted It
In the 1970s, Michigan lowered its drinking age to 18—only to see an influx of teens from neighboring states and a spike in accidents. Here’s how it backfired.
April 18, 2020: Morning Show Reunion
On Saturday, April 18th, 2020, several of the former WKLQ and WGRD Morning Show cast members gathered on Zoom for a reunion. (READ MORE)