On October 27 in history, the “Great Pumpkin” debuted, Michigan was hit by an October snowstorm, the Red Sox won the World Series, and Grand Rapids opened a new train station. (READ MORE)
September 11 in History: The Pentagon Begins, Carol Burnett Debuts & America Is Attacked
On September 11 in history, construction began on the Pentagon, “The Carol Burnett Show” debuted, Pete Rose broke Ty Cobb’s hit record, and America suffered the 9/11 terrorist attacks. (READ MORE)
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)
June 8 in History: Universal Pictures Is Founded, “Ghostbusters” Debuts, and Michigan’s Deadliest Tornado Strikes
On June 8 in history, Universal Pictures was founded, Babe Ruth hit a legendary home run in Detroit, Michigan’s deadliest tornado struck Beecher, and “Ghostbusters” premiered. (READ MORE)