1965: Governor George Romney signed the bill making the Petoskey Stone Michigan’s official state rock, named after Chief Petosegay of the Ottawa nation. 1958: Governor G. Mennen Williams dedicated the world’s largest suspension bridge, the Mackinac Bridge, marking a significant connection between Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas.

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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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