Memorial Day Weekend Roundup

The weather is shaping up to be absolutely beautiful this Memorial Day Weekend. I've noticed a large uptick in the number of travelers heading down U.S. 12 since the middle of the week. I wish safe travels for everyone on the road this weekend. We'll be attending the local parade on Monday and giving a wave of appreciation to the Veterans marching/riding in the parade. Later in the day we'll stop at a local cemetery for the annual Memorial Day program put on by the fine gentlemen from the VFW. It's a great way to give honor and show appreciation to our veterans.

Here's a roundup of Memorial Day Weekend related topics:

The Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) released a list of Michigan foods/companies to make your Memorial Day cookout a help to Michigan's economy. This info came via twitter from Natalie_Joy.

The Things She Carried - photo of a member of our Armed Forces marching in a parade while pushing her baby in a stroller.

Did you remember Memorial Day?

If you are traveling in Michigan this weekend, be sure to check out the MDOT Drive page for the latest news on construction and road conditions.

And lastly, if you want to know what to expect to pay for gas on any trips be sure to check out MichiganGasPrices.com. Currently the lowest reported price is $2.30 in Ellsworth and the highest is $2.69 up in Hemingway country in Walloon Lake.

Chrysler 3D video from 1939 World's Fair

I love finding vintage films containing Michigan-related images. This nine minute clip is from the 1939 World's Fair and used cutting edge 3D technology that would eventually find it's way into motion pictures. The animation reminds me of the old Gumby video shorts. Watch this animation of a Chrysler being assembled:

What is the best pasty flavor?

I'm looking to launch a new basket this summer filled with items that are from the U.P. of Michigan. I can't do a Yooper gift basket without having a pasty or two included. I'm just not sure which flavor(s) to have on hand. So I ask you, What is the best pasty flavor? [poll id="27"]