Michigan Minute

By 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... more

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July 27, 2025 Morality Laws & Michigan’s First Quake Shakes| July 27
On this day in 1818, Detroit passed a morality law allowing public whippings. In 1934, Michigan issued its first old-age pension checks. And in 1980, an earthquake shook the state.
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July 26, 2025 Lorna Gray’s Debut & Grand Rapids Log Jam| July 26
On this day in 1917, actress Lorna Gray was born in Grand Rapids. And in 1883, a massive log jam on the Grand River damaged train bridges in the heart of the city.
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July 25, 2025 Busing Ruling & Michigan’s First Ombudsman| July 25
On this day in 1974, the Supreme Court sided with Gov. Milliken on Detroit’s busing case, fueling white flight. And in 1966, Michigan named its first state ombudsman.
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July 24, 2025 Hydropower Launch & Krone’s Racing Firsts| July 24
On this day in 1880, the world’s first hydroelectric plant began in Grand Rapids. And in 1963, trailblazing jockey Julie Krone was born in Benton Harbor, Michigan.
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July 23, 2025 Detroit Riot Erupts & National Guard Called In| July 23
On this day in 1967, a police raid sparked the Detroit riot—one of the deadliest in U.S. history. Lasting 8 days, it led to 43 deaths, 7,000 arrests, and a national investigation.
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July 22, 2025 Detroit’s Recall & Scouts at Crystal Lake| July 22
On this day in 1930, Detroit Mayor Charles Bowles was recalled over corruption and KKK ties. And in 1911, the first Boy Scouts arrived at Camp Owasippe near Sleeping Bear Dunes.
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July 21, 2025 Robin Williams’ Roots & Bloomfield Hills| July 21
On this day in 1951, Robin Williams was born. Before becoming an Oscar-winning actor, he spent his teen years in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, excelling in school and sports.
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July 20, 2025 Hunter Orange Law & Helen Thomas’ Legacy| July 20
On this day in 1977, Michigan required hunters to wear fluorescent orange. And in 2013, trailblazing journalist Helen Thomas, a Wayne State alum, passed away at age 92.
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July 19, 2025 Triple Play History & Michigan’s Lost Canal| July 19
On this day in 1909, Michigander Neal Ball made MLB’s first unassisted triple play. And in 1838, a massive canal project began—only to be abandoned years later.
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July 18, 2025 Detroit’s Bankruptcy & Harbor Beach Light| July 18
On this day in 1885, Harbor Beach Lighthouse began service. In 2013, Detroit filed for bankruptcy. And in 1980, actress Kristen Bell was born in Huntington Woods.
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On Hand

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