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
Hideouts of the Purple Gang: Lupton, Michigan
A couple of places in Lupton were perfect for the Purple Gang to use in order to escape the law. Here's info and photos...
Burned & Abandoned Former Howard Johnson’s Motor Lodge: Benton Harbor, Michigan
A fire took the lives of a family of six - the place has been abandoned since...
The Toughest Town in Michigan: 1883-1900
Mixing lumberjacks with a number of saloons gave us the "toughest town in Michigan" back from 1883-1900. Location is here...
Abandoned Michigan Sears Store: A Silent Reminder
Many abandoned Sears stores are scattered throughout Michigan. Here's a look inside one of 'em...
Sharks Spotted in Lake Michigan? Believe It or Not
Hard to believe, but some people claim to have seen sharks in Lake Michigan...and pull dead ones out of the water. Here are some details...
The Ghost Town of Kiddville: Ionia County, Michigan
There are more ghost towns in lower Michigan than you think. Here's one in Ionia County...
Former Michigan Girl Makes Good: Inside Christie Brinkley’s Mansion
A little girl born in Monroe, Michigan achieved superstar status...Here's a look inside Christie Brinkley's mansion on Long Island...
50th Anniversary of Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad: 1974-2024
Crossroads Village was established in 1974, but didn't have a Grand Opening until two years later. Here's a look at this favorite Michigan destination...
Abandoned Motel Along US-2 in the Upper Peninsula: Manistique, Michigan
Left abandoned since 2010, it still sits along US-2 , waiting for someone to save it. Here's a look at this former U.P. motel, which was a favorite for many vacationers...
The Defunct “Leap the Dips” Roller Coaster, 1909-1925: Mount Clemens, Michigan
It only lasted a few years, until something new came along and took away customers. Now nothing remains. Here are photos and info of this once-popular Michigan roller coaster...