John Robinson was raised in Stockbridge and began his media career at age 15 playing bass guitar and singing in a local rock band. From there he went into radio after receiving his license in 1974, along with being a TV host, author (ten books published to date), columnist, actor, producer, and emcee. He's been honored as Contributor of the Year by Townsquare Media and has also received a President's Club Award. His passions are all kinds of pop culture and Michigan history.
John Robinson
Vintage Photos of Clark Lake, Jackson County, Michigan: 1900-1950s
For almost 200 years, Michigan residents have enjoyed the perks found at Clark Lake. Here are a good number of vintage images...
The Highest Point in Kent County, Michigan
Sitting in a little four-acre park is this small mound --- small, but still the highest point in Kent County. Have a look..
The Town Without a Cemetery: Alto, Michigan
Two places surround Alto: the curious Merriman Corners (that doesn't show up on any maps or atlases), and Bowne Center. Here are some vintage photos and a brief bio...
Inside the Abandoned Old Water Works: Flint, Michigan
Flint's water problems are legendary and they're still looking for definite solutions. Here are photos inside the old water plant that was built in 1917...
Part Two: The Most Famous Person From Each Michigan County: Berrien to Crawford
As we continue the list of the 'most famous' person in each Michigan County, here's the next batch: from Berrien to Crawford...
Koegel Meats, Created in Flint, Michigan: 1916-Present
For over 100 years, we've been enjoying these meats: especially the franks used for coneys! Here are some brief details on Koegel meats...
The Michigan Ghost Towns of Cutcheon and Gregoryville
A one-room school remains in one, the other isn't listed on any old maps or atlases. Here's some scant info and photos...
A Peek Inside the Old Battle Creek Sanitarium: 1876-1940
The outside was impressive - but it's what's inside that counted. Here's a look inside the old sanitarium from 1876-1940...
The Lavishness & Simplicity of Michigan Library Interiors: 1880-1960
Sitting in some of these old libraries was sometimes more enjoyable than reading the books. Here's a look at a few old Michigan libraries and how they looked on the INside...
The Antiques Capital of Michigan: Allen, Hillsdale County
So many antique shops and booths, that "“if you stopped at each booth in every antique mall for just one minute it would take you three days to see them all.” Here's a brief bio of the town of Allen...