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Michigan produces cherries, apples, grapes, potatoes, corn and more. The state produces an abundance of produce that is enjoyed both locally and well beyond the region. CHEERIES Northern Michigan and the Traverse City area have long been known for cherries. They are delicious whether ...
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With all the snow we have had this winter it's hard to believe that there will soon be an end in sight and spring will eventually make it's way to northern Michigan. Easter is Sunday April 21st this year and I know we've had the occasional snow on Easter Sunday but I'm hoping (ok, praying) t...
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Next time you take a trip to the grocery store try one of the several Michigan made chip options available. Turns out there are plenty of good chip options from Michigan companies. Looking for a great tortilla chip for your homemade nachos? La Fiesta, which is made in Ludington or Garden Fr...
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National Pistachio Day is right around the corner, are you ready to celebrate? To be honest, I didn't realize that pistachios had their own holiday. That being said, I guess I'm not to surprised though. Ice cream, cookies, waffles and more have their own special day so why not pistachios? I lov...
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For a lot of folks around Little Traverse Bay, the notion of Mardi Gras involves fun at Nub’s Nob, or stories of the Petoskey High School Steel Drum band venturing to New Orleans. Mardi Gras, however, is much, much larger than our little neck of the woods, with origins that predate even the f...
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I love animals. Big animals, little animals, any animals. I just love them all! I grew up on a farm and I had cats, dogs, geese, horses and more. I could often be found outside taking care of my animals year round. Now that I have my own family we are dog lovers. Well, I'm a dog lover! My husband g...
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While many wine enthusiasts might think of Michigan as a newcomer to the winemaking process, the region’s wine history actually runs deep, reaching back through the centuries and holding promise for the future.    Michigan’s history of winemaking stretches back centuries. The early...
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Every state has it's quirks and Michigan is no exception. Our residents are unique in every aspect. We are used to gorgeous 90 degree summer days, below zero freezing temps in the winter and everything in between! Below you will find 10 things Michiganders do or say that helps explain how unique we...
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Over the past couple of years, trying to spot the neighborhood snowy owl is some of my favorite backyard bird watching. He floats from treetops to light posts, even lighting for an entire day recently on our roof. No doubt there are tasty mice and other rodents darting about the fields, or squi...
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We rely on the postal service day in and day out but how many times have you ever thought to thank your mail carrier? Living outside of Petoskey's city limits I've seen them driving through rain, snow and mud. In town I've seen them walking tirelessly through the streets to deliver the mail on time...
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