Explore the history of L’Anse, Michigan from 1880 to 1930—railroads, logging, Ojibwa life, and the rise of Ford Motor Company’s northern operations. | Thumbwind

Lansing had 5 railroads. Now? Just one train a day. 🚉 A century ago, Michigan’s capital was a bustling rail hub connecting students, workers, and entire cities. Today, it's down to one Amtrak line and one bus system. So what happened? And what did we lose? Tune in to Tracks and Towns, our new series with @michigantransitguy, uncovering Michigan’s forgotten transit history. New episodes drop every Friday, only on The Gander. | The 'Gander Newsroom

Henry Ford’s gas electric train made its debut in Tecumseh, Michigan, in 1926—an ambitious attempt to modernize the railroad industry. Though short-lived, it showed Ford’s drive to bring innovation and efficiency to every form of transportation, not just automobiles. | Thumbwind