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
The Black Madonna Unveiled | September 21
On this day in 1969, the University of Detroit Mercy dedicated Gino Testaguzzi’s bronze statue, The Black Madonna and Child. This artwork, commissioned to reflect diversity and inclusivity, was unvei…
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Sat 21 Sep 2024
Charles Howard Wright's Legacy | September 20
Today in 1918, in Alabama, Dr. Charles Howard Wright moved to Detroit, where he challenged racial segregation at Hutzel Women’s Hospital. His efforts led to policy changes and inspired his founding o…
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Fri 20 Sep 2024
Iron Ore Discovery & Bissell Sweeper | September 19
Today in 1844, William Austin Burt discovered iron ore in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, fueling future steel production. On September 15, 1876, Melville Bissell was granted a patent for the mechanical …
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Thu 19 Sep 2024
Ben Carson's Birthday & Hazel Stimson | September 18
Today in 1951, neurosurgeon and political figure Ben Carson was born in Detroit, Michigan. Carson later gained prominence as a presidential candidate and HUD Secretary. On September 18, 1918, Hazel S…
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Wed 18 Sep 2024
Record Ice Cream Sundae & Paul Feig | September 17
Today in 2016, Nashville, Michigan reclaimed the world record for the longest ice cream sundae with a 3,656-foot creation. In 1962, Paul Feig was born in Mount Clemens, Michigan. Feig is renowned for…
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Tue 17 Sep 2024
Yooper Medal of Honor & U-M’s First Black QB | September 16
Today in 1944, Yooper Sergeant Oscar Johnson of Foster City earned the Medal of Honor for his valor in WWII. Johnson later farmed and attended Michigan State University, with the Iron Mountain VA Med…
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Mon 16 Sep 2024
Michigan Tech’s Start & First Phone Book | September 15
Today in 1886, Michigan Mining School held its first classes in Houghton Fire Hall, evolving into Michigan Tech. Meanwhile, in 1878, Michigan's first phone book, "List of Subscribers," was published …
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Sun 15 Sep 2024
Detroit Tribune & Pop-Tarts Debut | September 14
On this day in 1935, the first issue of the Detroit Tribune, a historic Black newspaper, was published. It continued until 1966 and is now available online. In 1964, Kellogg’s of Battle Creek beat Po…
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Sat 14 Sep 2024
Michigan Cemeteries Desegregated | September 13
On this day in 1966, the Michigan Court of Appeals desegregated cemeteries, ending racial segregation in final resting places. This decision followed the disinterment of an indigenous WWI veteran due…
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Fri 13 Sep 2024
First Flight in Grand Rapids | September 12
On this day in 1911, J. Clifford Turpin made the first flight over Grand Rapids at the West Michigan State Fair. His Model B plane, with wheels for takeoff and landing, soared above Comstock Park. Al…
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Thu 12 Sep 2024
Michigan Scandal Ends with Expulsions | September 11
In 2015, Michigan Representatives Todd Courser and Cindy Gamrat were embroiled in a scandal involving fake stories and misuse of taxpayer funds. Courser resigned, and Gamrat was expelled by a 91-12 v…
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Wed 11 Sep 2024
Big Annie’s Protest and Mickey Mantle’s Home Run | September 10
Today in 1913, Ana Clemenc, known as “Big Annie,” was jailed during a protest at Calumet mine while supporting striking miners. She was convicted of assault but continued advocating for workers’ righ…
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Tue 10 Sep 2024
Dr. Ossian Sweet's Historic Struggle | September 9
Today in 1925, Dr. Ossian Sweet and his family were attacked by a white mob in Detroit after moving to a neighborhood considered beyond the color line. In self-defense, shots were fired, resulting in…
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Mon 09 Sep 2024
Celebrating Eleanore Hutzel and Gerald Ford's Controversial Pardon | September 8
Today in 1885, Eleanore Hutzel was born in Ann Arbor. She became a pioneering advocate for women's and children's rights, leading the Women's Division of the Detroit Police Department. On this day in…
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Sun 08 Sep 2024
Michigander's Historic Spaceflight | September 7
Today in 1956, Michigan's Iven Kincheloe set a record altitude of 126,200 feet in his X-2 plane, becoming known as America's first spaceman. Kincheloe’s career was cut short by a tragic accident, but…
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Sat 07 Sep 2024
Sarah Emma Edmonds' Legacy and Beatlemania in Detroit | September 6
On this day in 1898, Sarah Emma Edmonds, a Civil War veteran who served disguised as a man in the Union Army, passed away. Also, in 1964, Beatlemania hit Detroit's Olympia Stadium with two concerts d…
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Fri 06 Sep 2024
Michigan's 1881 Firestorm and the Mackinac Bridge Walk | September 5
On this day in 1881, a massive firestorm in Michigan's Thumb burned over a million acres, killing at least 282 people. In 1959, the Mackinac Bridge Walk was moved to Labor Day, with Governor G. Menne…
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Thu 05 Sep 2024
The Potawatomi "Trail of Death" and Felix Schlag’s Nickel Legacy | September 4
On this day in 1838, over 850 Potawatomi, including 150 from Michigan, were forced west on the "trail of death," though some in Dowagiac resisted thanks to leader Leopold Pokagon. In 1891, Felix Schl…
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Wed 04 Sep 2024
Treaty of Paris and Isle Royale's American Legacy | September 3
Today in 1783, the U.S. Revolutionary War officially ended with the signing of the Treaty of Paris by future president John Adams and Benjamin Franklin, among others. Thanks to Franklin's insistence,…
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Tue 03 Sep 2024
Detroit's First Automobile Fatality and a Milestone for Women Pilots | September 2
On this day in 1902, Detroit recorded its first automobile fatality when businessman George W. Bissell was thrown from his horse-drawn carriage after it was startled by a speeding car, leading to his…
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Mon 02 Sep 2024
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