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Michigan Minute

WKAR Public Media

WKAR’s Jamie Paisley presents intriguing stories for each day in Michigan history. From name changes and iconic cities to arcane laws, Michigan Minute covers a wide variety of fascinatingly true tales from the Great Lake State. Interested in supporting the Michigan Minute?

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Petoskey Stone & Mackinac Bridge Dedication | June 28

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2025/06/28

On this day in 1965, Michigan made the unique Petoskey Stone its official state rock, with a historic signing attended by Ella Jane Petoskey, granddaughter of Chief Petosegay. And in 1958, Governor G. Mennen Williams dedicated the Mackinac Bridge—the world’s largest suspension bridge—linking Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas.

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College World Series & Teju Cole’s Birth | June 27

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2025/06/27

On this day in 1947, the first College World Series baseball games took place in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where the University of California swept Yale, led by future president George W. Bush. Also, in 1975, acclaimed writer Teju Cole was born in Kalamazoo.

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Michigan Flag & State Motto Unveiled | June 26

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2025/06/26

On this day in 1911, Michigan adopted its current state flag, featuring the coat of arms with symbols of peace, defense, and wildlife — all topped with the state motto, “If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about you.”

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Detroit Cholera Epidemic & Quarantine Rules | June 25

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2025/06/25

On this day in 1832, Detroit issued strict medical guidance to combat a cholera epidemic, restricting boat traffic and public movement amid fears and outdated treatments. Church bells were silenced to prevent panic during the deadly outbreak.

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Houghton-Hancock Bridge & Steamer Near Miss | June 24

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2025/06/24

On this day in 1960, the steamer J.F. Schoellkopf nearly collided with the new Houghton-Hancock Bridge when the bridge operator missed its whistle signal, causing the ship to run aground and cut telephone service to 1,000 Hancock customers.

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Walk to Freedom & MLK’s Detroit Speech | June 23

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2025/06/23

On this day in 1963, 125,000 marched Detroit’s Woodward Avenue with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., marking one of the nation’s largest civil rights demonstrations.

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Joe Louis Knockout & Detroit’s Pride | June 22

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2025/06/22

On this day in 1938, Joe Louis knocked out Max Schmeling, becoming a national hero amid rising global tensions.

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Hirabayashi Case & Justice Murphy’s Dissent | June 21

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2025/06/21

On this day, 1943, the Supreme Court upheld Japanese Internment; Justice Murphy condemned it as racist and un-American.

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Tolkan’s Birth & Detroit’s 1943 Riot | June 20

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2025/06/20

On this day, actor James Tolkan was born in Calumet, and Detroit faced deadly 1943 housing riots amid war-driven growth and desegregation efforts.

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Juneteenth & Michigan’s Legacy | June 19

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2025/06/19

On this day, Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in 1865, a moment celebrated nationwide and honored by voices from Michigan and beyond.

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Checker Cab’s Start & Kalamazoo Pride | June 18

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2025/06/18

On this day in 1923, the first iconic Checker Cab rolled off the line in Kalamazoo, marking a milestone in Michigan’s auto legacy.

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Detroit’s First Auto Strike & Labor Roots | June 17

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2025/06/17

On this day in 1913, Detroit saw its—and America’s—first auto strike, shaping labor rights and the modern workweek across the nation.

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MSU Land & The Birth of Spartans | June 16

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2025/06/16

On this day in 1855, the land for Michigan State University was chosen, setting the stage for the state’s first agricultural college and Spartan pride.

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Michigan’s UP & The Toledo Compromise | June 15

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2025/06/15

On this day in 1836, Michigan gained the Upper Peninsula in a land dispute deal with Ohio, securing statehood and a treasure of natural beauty.

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Michigan House Censure & Hudson’s Flag | June 14

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2025/06/14

On this day in 2012, two Michigan lawmakers were censured over language in debate, and in 1976, Detroit’s Hudson’s retired its giant flag to the Smithsonian.

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Red Wings' Win & Tim Allen’s Michigan Roots | June 13

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2025/06/13

On this day in 2002, the Red Wings won the Stanley Cup, and it’s also the birthday of Michigan’s own comedian Tim Allen.

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Marian Anderson & Slaughterhouse Five Win | June 12

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2025/06/12

On this day, Marian Anderson made U-M history as first Black female speaker, and Slaughterhouse Five was freed from a school ban in Michigan.

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Detroit Fire & Rising from Ashes | June 11

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2025/06/11

On this day in 1805, Detroit was nearly destroyed by a great fire—but the town rose from the ashes, inspiring its enduring motto of hope.

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Gordie Howe & Mr. Hockey’s Legacy | June 10

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2025/06/10

On this day in 2016, hockey legend Gordie Howe passed, leaving behind a record-breaking career and a lasting impact on Detroit and the sport.

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Sparty Statue & Michigan State Pride | June 9

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2025/06/09

On this day in 1945, Michigan State unveiled the original Sparty statue, symbolizing decades of Spartan athletic spirit and achievement.

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