History - The Gander

Sep 2025 17

7 haunted cemeteries in Michigan that are delightfully creepy

By Sophie Boudreau | LOCAL CULTURE, EVERGREEN, Sophie Boudreau

Gear up for ghostly adventures when you visit the most haunted cemeteries in Michigan.

This time of year offers a perfect opportunity to engage with local lore and indulge in a healthy dose of curiosity about the oft-referenced “spirit world.”

Sep 2025 16

That one time in Michigan: When an official funeral was held for frozen pizzas

By Sophie Boudreau | LOCAL HISTORY, EVERGREEN, Sophie Boudreau

The next time you’re forced to discard a recalled product, draw inspiration from one of Michigan’s most inventive pizza producers.

The Great Michigan Pizza Funeral is just as delightfully bizarre as it sounds—and it might just make you reconsider your disposal methods next time the grocery store sends a recall alert.

Sep 2025 11

Great Lakes features mystery triangle blamed for disappearances. Is the legend true?

By USA Today via Reuters Connect | LOCAL HISTORY, COMMUNITY, USA Today via Reuters Connect

Beware when heading out onto Lake Michigan—legend says ships are known to vanish in what's known as the Lake Michigan Triangle.

Aug 2025 27

5 unsung films that dramatize America’s rich labor history

By The Conversation | LOCAL HISTORY, EVERGREEN, The Conversation

Hollywood studios and independent producers have long depicted the collective efforts of working people to improve their lives and gain a voice in their workplaces and the larger society.

hollywood and independent films have portrayed the collective efforts of working people on screen for years

Aug 2025 26

St. Clair: The storybook Michigan town with a surprising world record

By Chaunie Brusie | LOCAL HISTORY, EVERGREEN, Chaunie Brusie

St. Clair, Michigan, not only exudes charm and offers plenty of adventures, but it also boasts an impressive world record.

the st clair has an impressive world record

Aug 2025 25

7 cultural festivals in Michigan that celebrate statewide diversity

By Sophie Boudreau | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Sophie Boudreau

Immerse yourself in the beautiful diversity of our state during these seven cultural festivals in Michigan.

michigan is full of spectacular multicultural celebrations

Aug 2025 18

The fascinating histories behind 6 Michigan roads

By Jinny Song | LOCAL HISTORY, COMMUNITY, Jinny Song

Turns out, the roads we drive every day aren’t just pavement and paint—they’re pieces of Michigan’s ever-evolving history. Buckle up as we take you on a trip down six Michigan roads with names that tell the story of the state’s past.