On this day in history, March 27: the U.S. Navy is established, a massive Alaska earthquake strikes, and Viagra is approved. (READ MORE)
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!
March 26, 1999: Dr. Jack Kevorkian – The Michigan Doctor Who Televised Assisted Suicide
In 1999, Michigan doctor Jack Kevorkian was convicted after airing an assisted suicide on national television, sparking a national debate.
March 26 in History: Polio Vaccine Announced, Woodstock Film Premieres, and the Melissa Virus Spreads
On this day in history, March 26: Jonas Salk announces the polio vaccine, the Woodstock film premieres, and the Melissa computer virus spreads worldwide. (READ MORE)
March 25, 1865: Detroit’s First Public Library Opened in the Former State Capitol Building
Detroit’s first public library opened in 1865 inside the former Michigan State Capitol building after the government moved to Lansing.
March 25 in History: Triangle Shirtwaist Fire, Concorde’s First Flight, and “The Bachelor” Debuts
Here is what has happened on March 25. (READ MORE)
March 24, 1936: The Detroit Red Wings’ Marathon Game That Lasted Until 2:30 AM
In 1936, a Detroit Red Wings playoff game lasted nearly three full games and didn’t end until 2:30 AM—one of the longest in NHL history.
March 24 in History: First Long-Distance Phone Call, Exxon Valdez Oil Spill, and “The Office” Debuts
On this day in history, March 24: the first long-distance phone call is made, the Exxon Valdez oil spill occurs, and The Office premieres on NBC. (READ MORE)