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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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Snowman Burning & Gordon's Assassination | Mar 20

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/20

On this day in 1971, Lake Superior State University held its first annual Snowman Burning. In 1919, women were allowed to serve on jury duty in Wayne County. In 1970, Burton I. Gordon, head of the Michigan Civil Rights Commission, was assassinated.

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Fishing Licenses, Pingree's Choice & Voelker's Legacy...

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/19

On this day in 1925, Michigan required fishermen to purchase licenses. In 1897, Hazen Pingree resigned as Detroit mayor to serve as governor. In 1991, John Voelker, author of "Anatomy of a Murder," passed away.

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U-M Co-Ed Housing & Alma's Easter Eggs | Mar 18

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/18

On this day in 1972, a co-ed housing experiment at the University of Michigan was disbanded amid media attention. In 1911, Alma mail carriers received over 2,400 Easter eggs from appreciative customers before Easter.

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Detroit's St. Patrick's Day & MSU's FRIB | Mar 17

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/17

On this day in 1808, Detroit held its first St. Patrick’s Day celebration, one of the oldest in the U.S. In 2014, Michigan State University broke ground on the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB), a major nuclear science facility.

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Union Dues Bill & Lansing's Capital Status | Mar 16

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/16

On this day in 2013, a bill was passed prohibiting school districts from deducting union dues from paychecks. In 1846, Lansing became the capital of Michigan, overcoming its reputation as a "mud hole" to beat out more established cities.

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Stratton's Pottery & Zingerman's Anniversary | Mar 15

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/15

On this day in 1867, Mary Chase Perry Stratton, founder of Pewabic Pottery and a Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame member, was born. In 1982, Zingerman’s Deli was founded in Ann Arbor.

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King's Grosse Pointe Speech | Mar 14

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/14

On this day in 1968, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his speech "The Other America" in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, facing interruptions from protesters but receiving strong support. Three weeks later, he was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Baldwin's Capitol Vision & Lansing's Selection | Mar 13

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/13

On this day in 1872, Governor Henry P. Baldwin called for a new Capitol Building for Michigan. The first Capitol was built in Detroit in 1832, and Lansing was chosen as the new seat of government in 1847. Architect Elijah E. Myers was commissioned in 1872 to design the new Capitol, named Tuebor.

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1974 Streaking Craze Hits Michigan | Mar 12

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/12

On this day in 1974, the First Annual Ann Arbor Streak-In took place, drawing thousands of spectators. Later, the First Annual Lucky Streak attracted 10,000 people to watch 70 streakers.

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Osborn's Prohibition Efforts & Township Act | Mar 11

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/11

On this day in 1912, Gov. Chase Osborn sought to outlaw brewery-owned saloons in Michigan. In 1836, Gov. Stevens T. Mason signed the Township Act, organizing land into political units and setting an example for other states.

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Writing Reform, Paper's End & Hutton's Birth | Mar 10

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/10

On this day in 1914, Michigan took steps to improve handwriting in schools. In 2016, The Bay City Democrat published its final edition. In 1919, Marion Hutton, a singer with the Glenn Miller Orchestra, was born.

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Olds' Factory Move & Balloon Flight Legalization | Mar 9

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/09

On this day in 1901, R. E. Olds moved his automobile factory to Lansing after a fire in Detroit. In 1976, Governor Milliken legalized manned hot-air balloon flights in Michigan, ending a ban in place since 1931.

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Parmelee's Aviation Feats & Legacy | Mar 8

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/08

On this day in 1887, pioneering pilot Philip Parmelee was born. He trained with the Wright Brothers and achieved several aviation firsts, including the first commercial flight and military reconnaissance flight. Parmelee tragically died at 25, but his legacy is honored at Lansing Capital Regional International Airport.

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Olympic Triumph & Dingell's Legacy | Mar 7

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/07

On this day in 1976, Sheila Young won three medals in speed skating at the Innsbruck Winter Olympics. In 2019, Representative John Dingell Jr., a key figure in passing significant legislation, passed away at 92.

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Phone Concert, Detroit's First Car & Lindstrom | Mar 6

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2025/03/06

On this day in 1877, the Detroit Club experienced a live concert from Chicago via telephone. In 1896, Charles King built and drove Detroit's first gasoline automobile. In 2014, the Detroit Red Wings retired Nicklas Lindstrom's number.

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Sheldon's Fine, MSU Fire & Court Transparency | Mar 5

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/05

On this day in 1829, Detroit Gazette editor John P. Sheldon was fined and jailed for criticizing the Michigan territorial court. In 1916, a fire destroyed an engineering building at Michigan Agricultural College. In 2013, the Michigan Supreme Court began live streaming its proceedings.

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Michigan's First TV Station & State Tree | Mar 4

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/04

On this day in 1947, WWDT-TV Channel 4, Michigan's first TV station, began broadcasting. In 1955, Michigan designated the eastern white pine as the official state tree, symbolizing the state's logging history.

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Felch's Resignation & Michigan's National Parks | Mar 3

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/03

On this day in 1847, Governor Alpheus Felch resigned to become a U.S. Senator. In 1875, Mackinac Island became the US's second national park. Then in 1931, Isle Royale National Park was authorized by Congress.

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Kalamazoo's Name Change & Detroit's Port | Mar 2

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/02

On this day in 1836, Governor Stevens T. Mason approved changing the town name from Bronson to Kalamazoo, distancing it from its controversial founder, Titus Bronson. Also, on this day in 1799, Detroit became an official U.S. port of entry, and in 1974, highway speed limits were reduced to 55 mph to save energy.

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Detroit's Icons: K-Mart & Donyale Luna | Mar 1

Michigan Minute ·

2025/03/01

On this day in 1962, the S.S. Kresge Company opened the first K-Mart in Garden City, Michigan, marking the start of a retail empire. Also, on this day in 1966, Detroit-born Donyale Luna became the first Black supermodel to appear on the cover of Vogue Magazine, redefining beauty standards.

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