As we get closer to the 40th Anniversary of our graduation from Union High School, it’s time to start thinking about our next reunion! Although we don’t really have an
Scott Winters
I’ve always been the kind of person who notices the things other people overlook — strange roadside attractions, forgotten pieces of history, interesting places, odd trends, and the little things in everyday life that make you laugh and say, “Wait... when did that become normal?”
This blog is where I share those discoveries.
Some days you might learn something fascinating from history. Other days I’ll take you along on a road trip, share a weird story from Michigan’s past, or simply rant about something in modern life that makes absolutely no sense.
No matter what, my goal is simple: keep things interesting!
“Would You Cut Off My Hand?”
If a family member asked you to “cut off my hand”, would you do it? Could you do it? (READ MORE)
A Visit with Eric Zane
On Tuesday, March 12th, 2019, I had the honor of being a guest on “The Eric Zane Show” Podcast! (READ MORE)
Fix The Damn Roads
So our new Governor here in Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer, has come up with a way to “fix the damn roads”. Let’s see how everyone likes it! (READ MORE)
Michigan’s Haunted Lighthouses
A good friend of mine — and long-time writer and promoter of all things Michigan — Dianna Stampler, has for many years presented a program called “Michigan’s Haunted Beacons”. She is now turning that presentation into a booked called “Michigan’s Haunted Lighthouses”. (READ MORE)
Wait 10 Minutes and the Weather Will Change!
A few days ago it was the anniversary of the “Blizzard of ’78”! An now we are dealing with more extreme winter weather. But remember what they say about Michigan weather…if you don’t like it, “wait 10 minutes and it will change”! (READ MORE)
Scott’s Predictions for 2019
In the past I have come up with a short list of my own predictions for the new year. I have never published those predictions, but I have come pretty close on a lot of my thoughts for the future. I thought it might be entertaining to actually post my predictions here on the Scott Winters Blog this year so we can see how well I do. (READ MORE)