Fostoria, Michigan is an unincorporated community in southeastern Watertown Township, Tuscola County.
Although Fostoria is unincorporated, it is a census-designated place and, as such, it has defined borders, at least for the purpose of the census. West Barnes Road forms the northern boundary of the CDP, its southern boundary is West Castle Road, its eastern boundary is Willis Road, and Edward Road forms much of its western boundary. Fostoria Road and Goodrich Road intersect in the center of the CDP.
Nearby cities and villages include Otter Lake, Mayville, Millington, Columbiaville, North Branch, Otisville, and Clifford.
As an unincorporated community, however, there isn't much in the way of historical information available for Fostoria. Like many Michigan towns, its founding had much to do with the forest industry and the railroads. Henry H. Crapo, who would later become the 14th governor of Michigan, owned much of the land in the area, most of which was covered in pine. Bartering on his connections with the railroad, Crapo arranged to have the Pere Marquette railway run a branch of the railroad to the area that was to become Fostoria, which was the headquarters of his lumber operations. Fostoria became the end of the branch line, which ran from northern Flint, through Otter Lake, and on to Fostoria. The community that grew up around Crapo's lumber operations and the railroad was named for his foreman, Thomas Foster. Fostoria had a post office from July 24, 1882, to May 11, 1883.
The focus of this guide is on the camera known as Fostoria, Michigan. Websites representing individuals, businesses, churches, organizations, attractions, or events in Fostoria are appropriate for this category.
Recommended Resources
Located on Foster Street in Fostoria, Michigan, the Buck Wild Saloon features its signature cocktails, craft beer, domestic beer, and wine. Its drink menu is published on the site, along with its food menu, daily specials, appetizers, a calendar of events, and sponsored activities. Its address and directions are presented, along with its business hours and contacts, social media links, and announcements, including employment opportunities.
http://www.bwsaloon.com/
Formed in 1968, the congregation met in homes and in a former restaurant in Fostoria before constructing its own building in 1976, adding to it in 1982 and in 2000. The history of the church, along with heritage videos, are included, and an introduction to the pastor is presented. Other resources include a statement of faith and beliefs, an overview of his ministry and mission support, directions, weekly schedules, a calendar of events, and a sermon archive.
https://www.fostoriabaptist.org/
The small country Village grocery store offers a selection of groceries, carry-out pizza, and other foods, as well as package liquor, and video rentals. An ATM and an LP gas tank exchange, and ice are located outside the building. Its location, hours of operation, and contacts are posted to the site, along with customer testimonials, photographs, and a menu. A map shows the location of the store, and the quote request form can be used to determine the availability of pizza and rates.
https://fostoria-grocery-ii.business.site/
Certified organic by the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association (OEFFA), the farming operation is in Fostoria, Michigan. A history of the family behind the family farm is presented, along with a video on the benefits of raw milk, and information about Oliver Farms cheese, beef quarters for sale, and information about its Custom Cowboarding program, which is designed for consumers who are seeking all-natural dairy products but are unable to house and care for their own dairy herd.
http://www.oliverfarms.com/
Based in Fostoria, Michigan, Pro-Pave Asphalt is a paving contractor for commercial, residential, and industrial properties, it services including grinding, milling, and resurfacing, seal coating and crack filler, concrete, and drain repair, as well as new construction. Its office location and business hours are posted, along with the telephone number, social media links, an overview of its services, and a gallery of photographs highlighting some of its work.
https://www.pro-paveasphalt.com/
