The year was 1997. Why is it so hard to believe that was 28 years ago! Definitely doesn’t seem that long. This was the first year I started doing a Christmas Music show both Christmas Eve and Christmas morning. The very first show was all pre-recorded and ran off of a CD. I spent weeks recording and producing the show. Looking back it’s probably a good thing I did it that way — because there is still a copy of that very first show! (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!
My Most Memorable — and Meaningful — Christmas Gift
Often people will ask what was the most important, or memorable, Christmas gift you ever received. Usually it’s something you have wanted for a long time, something that was purchased with you in mind, or perhaps from a special relative or person in your life. (READ MORE)
NORAD Tracks Santa
Once again, Santa will be out delivering presents around the world on Christmas Eve. Everyone wants to keep track of just where he is and how close he may be to arriving at our house. Once again this year NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command) will be tracking Jolly Ol’ St. Nick. (READ MORE)
December 24
Here is what has happened on December 24. (READ MORE)
December 23
Here is what has happened on December 23. (READ MORE)
December 22
Here is what has happened on December 22. (READ MORE)
What Truly Impressed Me About Old-School TV Meteorologists
Back in the day, we trusted our local TV meteorologists with our lives. Would school be canceled tomorrow? Could we wear shorts? Should we cancel the picnic or double down with a tarp and a prayer? They held the answers, or at least we hoped they did.
But as much as we wanted accurate forecasts, there was something else — something truly impressive — that no one ever talks about.