Michigan Minute
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?
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 1 minutes
- Episodes
- 446
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Legendary Games: Tie & Turmoil in Michigan Sports | November 19
In 1966, the MSU Spartans faced Notre Dame in a highly anticipated college football showdown, which ended in a 10-10 tie as the Fighting Irish opted to run out the clock. Fast forward to 2004, when a…
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Tue 19 Nov 2024
Time Zones & Musical Milestones in Michigan | November 18
On this day in 1883, railroads established American time zones, assigning Michigan to central time, although Detroit resisted until 1900. In 1931, the state legislature adopted eastern time to provid…
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Mon 18 Nov 2024
Remembering Bo Schembechler: Michigan Football Legend | November 17
In 2006, Bo Schembechler, the winningest coach in University of Michigan football history, passed away at 77 while filming a segment for an upcoming Michigan-Ohio State game. With a record of 194 win…
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Sun 17 Nov 2024
Celebrating Donna McKechnie & Cesar Chavez's Advocacy | November 16
Born on this day in 1942, dancer Donna McKechnie from Pontiac rose to fame on Broadway, winning a Tony in 1976 for her role as Cassie in A Chorus Line. In 1979, activist Cesar Chavez addressed the Mi…
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Sat 16 Nov 2024
Milestones of the Ambassador Bridge and Unabomber Infamy | November 15
On this day in 1929, the Ambassador Bridge opened as the longest suspension bridge in the world at 7,490 feet, built with 21,000 tons of steel. On November 15, 1985, a bomb from the Unabomber injured…
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Fri 15 Nov 2024
The Birth of Dodge Cars, Gas Lights & MVP Glory | November 14
In 1914, John and Horace Dodge produced the first Dodge automobile, the four-cylinder Model 30, known as “Old Betsy,” at their Hamtramck facility. In 2013, Detroit Tiger Miguel Cabrera was named back…
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Thu 14 Nov 2024
Celebrating a Pioneering Aviator: Suzanne Upjohn Delano Parish | November 13
Born on this day in 1922, Suzanne Upjohn Delano Parish co-founded the Air Zoo and famously flew a bright pink P-40 Warhawk during WWII. Though she joined the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) two…
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Wed 13 Nov 2024
Quirky Milestones & Firsts in Michigan History | November 12
On this day in 1904, Herbert Hughes made headlines when a chicken he beheaded ran around for another 17 days, drawing tourists to Sault Ste. Marie. In 1862, Michigan State Agricultural College (now M…
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Tue 12 Nov 2024
Historic Commemorations & Celebrations in Michigan | November 11
On this day in 1928, the Fisher Theater opened in Detroit, later remodeled for a more intimate experience. In 1975, Mariner Church tolled its bells 29 times for the crew lost on the S.S. Edmund Fitzg…
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Mon 11 Nov 2024
Remembering the Edmund Fitzgerald: A Great Lakes Tragedy | November 10
On this day in 1975, a fierce storm claimed the SS Edmund Fitzgerald on Lake Superior, taking down the largest ship lost on the Great Lakes along with 29 crew members. The tragedy inspired Gordon Lig…
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Sun 10 Nov 2024
Celebrating Change: From Carriages to Carriers | November 9
On this date in 2013, the newest U.S. Navy aircraft carrier was named after Michigan's only president, Gerald R. Ford, with notable attendees like Senator Carl Levin and Susan Ford Bales. Additionall…
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Sat 09 Nov 2024
Milestones in Voting Rights, Film & Valor | November 8
On this day in 1870, African Americans gained the right to vote in Michigan state elections, thanks to the 15th Amendment. In 2002, Eminem released "8 Mile," a film based on his life in Detroit’s hip…
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Fri 08 Nov 2024
Tragedy, Trailblazers & Activism in Michigan History | November 7
This week in 1913, a devastating storm struck the Great Lakes, sinking 19 ships and claiming over 230 lives. On this day in 1950, Lansing welcomed Alexa Irene Canady, the first African American neuro…
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Thu 07 Nov 2024
The Mystery of the Imposter Legislator | November 6
On this day in 1962, an imposter named Daniel West was elected to Michigan's House of Representatives, claiming a background in local offices. He was reelected in 1964, but a fingerprint match reveal…
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Wed 06 Nov 2024
Milestones in Michigan Women's History | November 5
On this day in 1918, Michigan became the 7th state to grant women the right to vote. In 2002, Jennifer Granholm was elected as the first woman governor. Additionally, in 2004, "The Polar Express" pre…
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Tue 05 Nov 2024
Celebrating Pioneers & Sweet Beginnings | November 4
On this day, we honor Cora Mae Brown, who became the first Black woman elected to the Michigan Senate in 1952, advocating for civil rights and fair housing. Additionally, in 1907, Faygo Pop was found…
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Mon 04 Nov 2024
Notable Events in Michigan Sports & Business | November 3
On this date, we highlight key events: in 1927, Detroit Tiger Ty Cobb retired after 22 seasons, setting 90 MLB records. In 1972, Mackinac Island voters approved snowmobiles, the first motorized vehic…
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Sun 03 Nov 2024
Milestones in Michigan's Election History | November 2
On this date, we recognize key milestones: in 1920, Eva M. Hamilton became the first woman elected to the Michigan Legislature, and in 1954, Charles Diggs was elected as Michigan’s first African-Amer…
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Sat 02 Nov 2024
Michigan's Landmark Anniversaries | November 1
Today, we commemorate pivotal moments in Michigan's history: the establishment of the first European outpost by Robert Cavalier de la Salle in 1679, the opening of the current Belle Isle Bridge in De…
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Fri 01 Nov 2024
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