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This monument, located in Battle Creek, pays homage to those who aided freedom seekers. If you are interested in learning more about Michigan’s ties to the Underground Railroad, including the surprising stories of how everyday jobs … [Read more...] about 2024 Michigan Underground Railroad Heritage Gathering explores jobs, roles that aided freedom seekers

The Makers Trail is a fun way to try local craft beverages and earn prizes! BENTON HARBOR, Michigan (September 3, 2024) — It’s time to get wine corks popping, beer foaming and spirits stirring in Southwest Michigan. The 2024/2025 … [Read more...] about Southwestern Michigan Tourist Council Launches 2024/2025 Makers Trail Passport

While the photo above has nothing really to do with Small Town Sounds, for anyone who remembers a visit to Doc Adams’ office, if might be Small Town Smells. John Mooy, at right, with Doc Adams in 1974,  remembers oh so well the antiseptic … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Small Town Sounds

Signage has been installed at the mural on South Centre Street that provides insight into the images seen on the tower, which was painted in 2023. The stone markers says: “Bodwéwadmi (Potawatomi) people have and continue to live in this … [Read more...] about Signage installed at mural on South Centre Street

From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Clover lawns can be planted over grass lawns for an easy installation process — and are low growing meaning little to no mowing!  Dear EarthTalk: Are there any grasses for lawns and … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®

From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Staffers from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Fish and Wildlife Research Institute use playback devices that broadcast Florida scrub-jay territorial calls in the … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®

This week, the library is highlighting a new adult fiction book and a new adult non-fiction book. The God of the Woods by Liz Moore (available in large print). This gripping mystery revolves around a prominent banking family’s troubled … [Read more...] about Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library

Applications are now being accepted for the Porcupine Mountains Artist-in-Residence Program for 2024 spring, summer and fall and winter 2025 residencies. The program is open to artists and artisans whose work can be influenced by the … [Read more...] about Artists sought for Porcupine Mountains Artist-in-Residence Program