5 Underrated Destinations in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
After tying the knot on August 13th, my wife and I spent a week honeymooning in Michigan’s upper peninsula. We’ve both been to the upper peninsula before, but we’ve never had the time we...
Beautiful Haiti
If you are a regular listener to My1043, you probably know that I recently took a trip to Haiti. This was not only the first time I had ever left the country, but also...
Michigan Gets A New State Park
Michigan will soon have a new state park. The Department of Natural Resources says the state spent $2.9 million to purchase 717 acres in Jackson County. The property runs adjacent to 405 acres in...
Traveling Alpena County
Alpena just might be the weekend getaway you needed, even in the winter. With wineries, breweries, beautiful lighthouses, and the amazing Lake Huron coast there is no shortage of sights and fun in Alpena...
MDOT Releases 2017 Construction Map
Winter is just about over, and construction season will soon arrive. MDOT (Michigan Department of Transportation) released its 2017 statewide road construction map on Monday. As expected, plenty of mid-Michigan motorists will feel the...
Michigan Speed Limit Increase Begins Monday
Your local commute, or summer road trip, might get a little faster next week. A Michigan speed limit increase, passed by the state legislature, officially goes into effect on May 1st. The new speed...
MDOT to Suspend Construction For Holiday Travelers
Holiday travelers, rejoice! MDOT announced that many construction projects will be halted over the 4th of July weekend to help ease traffic concerns. Additionally, many roads currently closed due to construction will open this...
Travel Trends For Summer 2016
Well it’s about that time, the days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer. It’s sunshine, its summertime! Of course summer time also means vacation. Hit the road with me as we...
Now You Can Visit Mackinac Island in a Pirate Ship
Shiver-me-timbers! Star Line Mackinac Island Hydro-Jet Ferry just added a pirate ship to its fleet. And the Good Fortune sets sail this summer.
First of all, the pirate ship is fully functional! This includes working water...
Frankentmuth One of The Best Christmas Towns in America
Recently Frankemuth made national news being named one of the best Christmas towns in America. That is no suprise to someone who grew up in Mid MIchigan, but with cities like New Orleans, LA,...