Episode 1744
Ford Family & Michigan Traditions | December 9
On this day, Gerald R. Ford's stepfather, also named Gerald Ford, was born in…
Michigan Minute · WKAR Public Media
December 9, 20251m 0s
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Show Notes
On this day, Gerald R. Ford's stepfather, also named Gerald Ford, was born in Grand Rapids. He raised the future president, instilling values like honesty, hard work, and punctuality. In 1972, Grand Rapids also became the first Michigan city to feature a Black Santa Claus in its Christmas parade. And in 2011, Mittengate occurred when Wisconsin claimed the mitten state title, sparking a Michigan rivalry.