1837: Grand Rapids saw the publication of its first newspaper, the Grand River Times, after a tumultuous journey involving a shipwreck and a sled dog-assisted transport across ice.

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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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