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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June 14, 2025 Michigan House Censure & Hudson’s Flag | June 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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June 13, 2025 Red Wings' Win & Tim Allen’s Michigan Roots | June 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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June 12, 2025 Marian Anderson & Slaughterhouse Five Win | June 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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June 11, 2025 Detroit Fire & Rising from Ashes | June 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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June 10, 2025 Gordie Howe & Mr. Hockey’s Legacy | June 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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June 09, 2025 Sparty Statue & Michigan State Pride | June 9
On this day in 1945, Michigan State unveiled the original Sparty statue, symbolizing decades of Spartan athletic spirit and achievement.
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June 08, 2025 Flint-Beecher Tornado & Michigan’s Dark Day | June 8
On this day in 1953, an F5 tornado tore through Genesee County, killing 116 and injuring hundreds more in one of Michigan’s deadliest storms.
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June 07, 2025 Battle Creek Belle & A League of Her Own | June 7
On this day in 1932, Mary Moore was born in Detroit. She played for the Battle Creek Belles and slid into home in A League of Their Own.
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June 06, 2025 D-Day Orders & A Saginaw Soldier's Story | June 6
On this day in 1944, Gen. Eisenhower gave his D-Day orders to Lt. Wallace Strobel of Saginaw, Michigan—captured in a now-iconic photo turned postage stamp.
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June 05, 2025 Elly Peterson & Michigan’s Political Firsts | June 5
On this day in 1914, Elly Peterson was born—becoming the first woman to lead a major Michigan political party and a pioneer for women in politics.
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More shows like Michigan Minute

On Hand

Up First from NPR

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