Preserving Our Past: MI's Best Historical Sites

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Schuler's Restaurant, Marshall, MI

A restaurant as a historical venue? Not that out of line, reports note, this Marshall restaurant's opening was back in 1909, and it's still running almost 110 years later. Home to not only a…

A restaurant as a historical venue? Not that out of line, reports note, this Marshall restaurant's…

The 9 Best Hardware Stores in Michigan!

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Marshall Hardware, LLC, Marshall, MI

A long-time mainstay in Marshall, Marshall Hardware boasts a wide variety of hardware store staples, and some material that's hard to find just about anywhere else. Check out Herman's for items like…

A long-time mainstay in Marshall, Marshall Hardware boasts a wide variety of hardware store…

Michigan's Best Breakfast Spots

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Clara's on The River, Battle Creek, MI

Clara's on the River in Battle Creek has been offering three meals a day for quite some time, but for those who want something a little extra special, step in on Sundays for its brunch buffet.…

Clara's on the River in Battle Creek has been offering three meals a day for quite some time, but…

The Perfect Fourth of July in Michigan

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Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show and Balloon Festival, Battle Creek, MI

For a slice of serendipity, check out the Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show and Balloon Festival, whose last day is July 4. This event offers an array of attractions for the entire week. The…

For a slice of serendipity, check out the Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show and Balloon…

Giving Back: Best Volunteer Opportunities in Michigan

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HandsOn Battle Creek, Battle Creek MI

HandsOn Battle Creek—located in Battle Creek—is something of a unique animal, in that it offers a host of different opportunities all in one location. It also boasts trackers for total…

HandsOn Battle Creek—located in Battle Creek—is something of a unique animal, in that…

The 9 Best Spots for Smoothies in Michigan!

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Epic Nutrition Smoothie Bar, Battle Creek, MI

Head to Battle Creek to check out the Epic Nutrition Smoothie Bar, which features smoothies and juices in a wide range of seasonal flavors. Check out the Tea Bomb, which comes in a variety of…

Head to Battle Creek to check out the Epic Nutrition Smoothie Bar, which features smoothies and…

Parental Peace of Mind: Michigan's Best After School Programs

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Before and After School Care, Battle Creek, MI

Battle Creek's Harper Creek school system recently started up an after school program, and has been running it for the last three years now at last report. Geared toward the kindergarten to fourth…

Battle Creek's Harper Creek school system recently started up an after school program, and has been…

The 7 Best Places for Margaritas in Michigan!

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La Cocina Mexicana, Battle Creek, MI

Battle Creek's La Cocina Mexicana has become renowned for its margaritas with the locals, and with good reason. Three basics start it off—lime, mango and strawberry—but carry on from…

Battle Creek's La Cocina Mexicana has become renowned for its margaritas with the locals, and with…

14 Amazing Family Attractions in Michigan

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Check out Binder Park Zoo

For zoos, you'll have plenty of choices, but in particular, consider Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek. It's not Michigan's biggest zoo, but it's got plenty of options for families to take in.…

For zoos, you'll have plenty of choices, but in particular, consider Binder Park Zoo in Battle…

Best Skate Shops in Michigan

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Go Skate, Battle Creek, MI

Battle Creek's Go Skate shop exists to fill a need in the area: A place to pick up skateboarding materials. It can ship these materials anywhere in the state for free, if the order's over $100, but…

Battle Creek's Go Skate shop exists to fill a need in the area: A place to pick up skateboarding…

Schuler's Restaurant, Marshall, MI

Featured in The Top 15 Historical Sites in Michigan!

A restaurant as a historical venue? Not that out of line, reports note, this Marshall restaurant's opening was back in 1909, and it's still running almost 110 years later. Home to not only a… Read More

Marshall Hardware, LLC, Marshall, MI

Featured in The 9 Best Hardware Stores in Michigan!

The English Inn, Eaton Rapids, MI

Featured in The 10 Best Wedding Locations in Michigan!

Those who want a more Downton Abbey-style experience may want to head for Eaton Rapids, home of the English Inn. With its own attached pub, it makes a clear case for its English grandeur, and its two… Read More

Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show and Balloon Festival, Battle Creek, MI

Featured in The Perfect Fourth of July in Michigan

For a slice of serendipity, check out the Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show and Balloon Festival, whose last day is July 4. This event offers an array of attractions for the entire week. The… Read More

HandsOn Battle Creek, Battle Creek MI

Featured in The Best Volunteer Opportunities in Michigan!

HandsOn Battle Creek—located in Battle Creek—is something of a unique animal, in that it offers a host of different opportunities all in one location. It also boasts trackers for total… Read More

Milham Park, Kalamazoo, MI

Featured in The 10 Best Playgrounds in Michigan!

At Milham Park, you’ll find two separate play structures, one for the older kids that includes ziplines, tunnels and more, and one for the younger set. Meanwhile, a 50-acre park with plenty of… Read More

Hayden Park, Hillsdale, MI

Featured in The 9 Best Mountain Biking Trails in Michigan!

Right in the area around Hillsdale College in Hillsdale is Hayden Park, an eight-mile track geared toward the intermediate rider. A fairly short single track course with double track and open lanes,… Read More

Pedal Bicycles, Kalamazoo, MI

Featured in The 9 Best Bike Shops in Michigan!

Regarded as one of Kalamazoo's best bicycle shops, Pedal Bicycles offers an array of bikes, as well as parts, accessories and clothing, allowing cyclists access to the fullest range of possibilities.… Read More

Lolita's Tacos, Kalamazoo, MI

Featured in The 7 Best Taco Places in Michigan!

Head to Kalamazoo for a shot at some very unique and distinctive tacos at Lolita's Tacos. Featuring some downright strange tacos like one involving potato, ground beef and carrot on a flour tortilla,… Read More

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