The stories of Arenac County, MI
6 narrated audio stories from across Arenac County — hidden history, true crime, food legends, and local lore from its towns, landmarks, and back roads.
Arenac County
When Arenac County Chose Standish Over Omer
A small city’s brief turn at power, and the vote that moved it.
Standish Maximum Correctional Facility
When Standish Became a National Flashpoint
A closed prison, lost jobs, and a debate that reached far beyond Arenac County.
Arenac County
When Sandy Ground Became Arenac
How a shoreline county took shape and got its unusual name.
Arenac County
How a Small Michigan Seat Got a Soldier’s Name
A quiet county seat with a surprisingly martial namesake.
Big Charity Island Light
The Light That Led Ships Into Saginaw Bay
How a lonely 1857 light guided ships before electronic navigation.
Standish Maximum Correctional Facility
When Standish’s Prison Stopped Being a Prison
A small town hitched to a maximum-security prison, then forced to reinvent the site.
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