Bad Axe, MI
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Bad Axe, MI
- Bad Axe is a city located in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is the county seat of Huron County and is situated in the Thumb region of the Lower Peninsula. The city covers a total area of 2.93 square miles, all land, and as of the 2010 census, it had a population of 3,129.
History[edit | edit source]
- The city was named after a Bad Axe Massacre site in South Dakota. The name was given by the surveyors who were working in the area and found a damaged axe at the site. The city was incorporated in 1905.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
- Bad Axe is home to several well-known healthcare facilities. These include:
- Huron Medical Center: This is a general medical and surgical hospital in Bad Axe, MI, with 58 beds. It offers a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging.
- Courtney Manor: A skilled nursing facility that provides long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy services.
- Huron Behavioral Health: An outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment facility that provides a variety of services including counseling, crisis intervention, and psychiatric services.
- Bad Axe Family Health Care: A family practice clinic that provides a range of services including preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute care.
Education[edit | edit source]
- Bad Axe is served by the Bad Axe Public Schools district, which includes Bad Axe Elementary School, Bad Axe Middle School, and Bad Axe High School.
Recreation[edit | edit source]
- The city offers a variety of recreational opportunities. The city park system includes several parks, a disc golf course, and a walking trail. The city also hosts several annual events including the Hatchet Festival and the Thumb Area Old Engine and Tractor Show.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
- Bad Axe is served by Huron Area Transit, which provides public transportation throughout Huron County.
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