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Two Locations to Serve You! 47 S. Charles, White Cloud, MI 49349

231-689-1280

Monday-Saturday: 8am-9pm • Sunday: 8am-8pm 9559 S. M-37, Baldwin, MI 49304

231-745-2761

Monday-Saturday: 8am-9pm • Sunday: 8am-8pm *Designated days and times for elderly and immunocompromised shoppers*

White Cloud on Tuesdays from 7-9am Baldwin on Thursdays from 7-9am Independently owned and operated for over 30 years – serving White Cloud, Baldwin, and surrounding communities. Check out our website www.housemansfoods.com for more information on brands we offer, recipes, printable coupons, and more!

Curbside Pickup Available GIVE US A CALL! 2

PLEASE adhere to social distancing guidelines.

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Welcome to

West Michigan Due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns, certain annually scheduled events listed throughout this traveler guide may be cancelled, modified and/or postponed.

At the time of publication, Kent, Isabella and Newaygo counties — located in the Grand Rapids region — are each in Phase 4 of Michigan’s reopening plan. Missaukee County, which is in the Traverse City region, is in Phase 5.

Check with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for the latest information, including mask and safety measures in place.

From Grand Rapids and Mount Pleasant to Traverse City, there is a lot to see, experience and enjoy. We have small towns to explore and big city attractions sure to keep you busy. Whatever your tastes or preferences, you will find something waiting for you here in that perfect vacation spot.

Pure Michigan? West Michigan is pure enjoyment that’s only a few hours away by car, if that.

Casinos. Shopping. Amazing eateries.

Lake Michigan. Hiking. Biking. Ice skating.

The biggest choice you’ll face is: What to do first?

Inside this Issue Wexford ..........................................4 Lake ................................................5

The advertisers featured in this guide will help you navigate your way through all the available options this fall and winter.

Mecosta...........................................6

We hope you take the time to explore some of the places off the beaten path. We ask you to discover some of the best-kept secrets in Michigan, such as Big Rapids, Greenville and Baldwin.

We encourage you to take advantage of the bountiful natural gifts west-central Michigan has to offer.

Newaygo .........................................9

It is going to be a great year.

We cannot wait to see you.

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Missaukee .....................................15 Kent...............................................20 Osceola .........................................23 Isabella ..........................................32 3

CADILLAC W E LCO M E TO

We are a four-season destination spot for vacationers and outdoor enthusiasts, with the large part of the natural assets found in our area: Lakes Cadillac and Mitchell, state and national forests, recreational trails, rivers offers over 14 meeting facilities for your group and conference needs!

The

Book Nook

PAPERBACK EXCHANGE • NEW • USED • DIAMOND PAINTINGS cadillacbooknook@gmail.com

Mr. Foisie’s Pasties, LLC • Pasties • Baked Fresh Daily • Homemade Pies and Baked Goods

231-775-8171

120 E. Pine St. • Cadillac Open 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon. - Sat. Kenneth & Cheryl Haysmer ~ Owners

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154 Leisure St. • Cadillac, MI

231-779-9042

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Welcome to

LAKE COUNTY

Polaris ORV Rentals Air Conditioned Cabins Direct Trail Access

10642 Merrillville Rd, Irons, MI 49644 (231) 266-5235 www.bestbearlodge.com Check us out on Facebook!

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BIG RAPIDS

PARIS AutO SAlES & SERVICE Center NAPA Certified Service Center All Work Guaranteed!

FRee estimates OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE!

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WE ALSO DO TIRES! STOP IN TODAY!

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Transmission Rebuilding Special!

Installed with Warranty Starting at

$1,295

• Brake Special • Tune-Ups • Struts, Shocks & Ball Joints • Starters & Alternator Service

Front End Alignment $29.95 All Major Credit Cards Accepted Towing Available from Currie’s & BR Towing

231-796-7355

18415 Northland Drive, Big Rapids | Just north of the airport on old 131

OPEN:

Mon-Fri 8a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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Good fresh fooird at a fa price.

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128 Wheatland • Downtown Remus

(989) 967-8304 www.remustavern.com

Gingrich Tire Center TIRES, CUSTOM WHEELS, AUTO SERVICE

Lawn Mowers, Leaf Blowers Rototillers, Tune-Ups

(989) 967-3624

M-66 @ M-20 REMUS, MI 49340 (989)967-3541 www.gingrichtire.com

2509 9 Mile Rd. (M-20) • Remus DESTINATIONS 2020 ❖ Published by The Pioneer Group

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Dine With Us In...

Canadian Lakes In 1963 Donald Bollman had a vision and that vision still rings through to a community where members and their guests delight in private amenities nestled into the lush woodlands that only the Michigan landscape can offer... The Canadian Lakes amenities is just another reason why, the good life is found here. Canadian Lakes has multiple bodies of water. The Main Canadian Lake is a large body of water that connects to several adjacent lakes. Waterskiing and speed boating are enjoyed on West Canadian and the Main Lake. The connecting lakes are restricted to no-wake boating. Top it all off with an exclusive private and modern 350-site campground. Yes, Canadian Lakes… the GOOD life.

For more information about Canadian Lakes visit: canadianlakes.org/discover/

Your Hunt Ends HErE!

oPEn YEAr round 7 DAYS A WEEK

Lunch & dinner Happy Hour: M-F • 2-6pm Bar • Banquet Facilities

Open Year Round Lunch & Dinner Featuring

Artisanal Pizza Pasta Sandwiches & Salads 10107 Buchanan Rd., Canadian Lakes, MI

231.359.1161 antlersfiresidegrill.com

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Take-Out or Dine-In 8401 100th Avenue Canadian Lakes, MI 49346

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Newaygo County offers year-round fun NEWAYGO COUNTY — From free concerts and gorgeous outdoor scenery to bargain-hunting opportunities, Newaygo County has it all.

Events are scheduled throughout the year in the many communities found here. For those seeking to get closer to nature, Newaygo State Park has camping, hiking, trails and more.

Take a load off and go fishing at the different lake and river access points in Newaygo County.

Visit the towns during their harvest festivals and spend time in the community activities.

Take your family, go for a drive and become immersed in the holiday spirit during the Colors of Christmas Wonderland in Newaygo.

It won’t be long before you find yourself saying, “Newaygo County is the place to be.”

Calendar of events in Newaygo County:

September Sept. 26: Grant Harvest Festival October Oct. 3: Nelson’s Farm Market Annual Fall Festival Oct. 24: Grant’s sixth annual Trunk-or-Treat event from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Grant Middle School parking lot.

November Nov. 14: Jingle Mingle Arts & Crafts Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fremont Middle School Nob. 28-Dec. 31: The Colors of Christmas Wonderland in Newaygo.

February 2021 Free Fishing Weekend: Dam-to-Dam Ice Fishing Tournament takes place during free fishing weekend in February in Croton.

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CAR BODIES • TIN/STEEL • COPPER • BRASS CATALYTIC CONVERTERS • RADIATORS ALUMINUM • CAST IRON • BATTERIES 8878 E 88th St (M82) Howard City, MI

231-937-4175

We fill propane tankS

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 - 5 • Sat. 8 - 1 • Sun. Closed

JNJ ONLINE AUCTION

WWW.JNJONLINEAUCTION.COM

907 S. Stewart in Fremont

NOW IS A GREAT TIME TO BUY OR SELL ON AUCTION

Family Camp Weekends

A COVID-Careful, year-round program with a variety of accomodations, chefprepared meals, and activity excursions.

Monday & Wednesday 9 AM - 7 PM Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9 AM - 5 PM

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Ridge Specialties, Catering-to-Go 5333 S Centerline Road, Newaygo | campnewaygo.org | 231.652.1184

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Welcome to Grant 1882

Grant Center was established.

1892

Grant Center shortened it’s name to Grant.

1895

Andrew T. Squire founder of Grant produce 100,000 boards a day from his saw mill in Grant.

1891

Right On the Farm

NelsoN’s Farm market

Open 7 Days!

Gift Baskets & Apple Gift Boxes

The Perfect Gift For Anyone! • We ship UPS anywhere!

1940’s

2 passenger trains ran every day through Grant.

Stop by the barn and visit the animals! www.nelsonsfarmmarket.com Caramel Apples

1930’s

Car loads of onions were shipped out from Grant.

Home grown fruit and vegetables in season!

Bakery

Grant Depot and Water Tower was built by Chicago and West Michigan Railroad.

HOURS: Mon. - Sat. 9 am - 6 pm Sun. Noon - 5 pm

469 W. 112th St. Located 1 mile North of Grant on the corner of M-37 & 112th St.

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1963

The last passenger train to run through Grant.

1979

The Depot was converted to a restaurant and is still operational today.

(Information from Wikipedia)

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Welcome to

CROTONHARDY

Croton named in 1880 Croton Dam built in 1907 by the Grand Rapids-Muskegon Power Company (known as Consumer’s Energy today) The dam is listed in the National Register of Historic Places Hardy Dam built in 1931 The area was once thought to be known as Oxbow Under the direction of Edward W. Burd The dam is listed in the National Register of Historic Places

TIMBERLAND EQUIPMENT Power Equipment Sales & Service

Chainsaws • Lawn Mowers • Power Washers Leaf Blowers • Trimmers • Generators

REPAIR & SALES

7303 Croton Hardy Dr. Croton

231-652-1350

M-37 & State St. • Grant

231-834-5784

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Specializing in Chainsaw Sharpening & Repair Authorized Dealer For:

Gift Certificates Available 2 Locations to Serve You NEWAYGO HARDY DAM

8007 Mason Dr.

6245 E. 36th St.

231-652-5991

231-689-5607

Serving all your power equipment needs.

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Welcome to Hardy-Croton!

BIG BEND PARK WE FEATURE:

18 Hole Disc Golf Course, Swim Beaches, Pavilions, Playgrounds & Archery Range We have Daily, Monthly and Seasonal Rates. Most Sites have Water & Electricity.

WE ARE LOCATED:

45 to 50 miles North of Grand Rapids 60 Miles East of Muskegon 15 to 20 miles South of Big Rapids

OXBOW PARK

East Side of Hardy Dam 2973 Cottonwood, Newaygo, MI 49337 Phone: 231-856-4279 PAVILION • CABIN RENTAL

BIG BEND PARK

West Side of Hardy Dam 2000 S. Beech, White Cloud, MI 49349 Phone: 231-689-6325 • PAVILION

OXBOW PARK Come on in and

CHECK US OUT!!!

We have 17 miles of water to play on and 2 campgrounds to choose from for your weekend or vacation.

Cabin Rentals Available at Big Bend & Oxbow Parks

OPERATOR’S VILLAGE PARK - Before you cross Hardy Dam, a FREE park open to the public. It has a Playground, Cooking

BIG BEND OXBOW

Grills, Picnic Tables, pavilion, a Swimming Beach (no Lifeguard on Duty and NO Glass Containers, NO animals allowed), and there is a wonderful view of Hardy Dam. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR PRICES TAKE A LOOK AT OUR WEBSITES: www.oxbowpark.net or www.bigbendpark.net

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Mecosta & osceola county

Church Directory Community of Christ

906 Olaf St Big Rapids, MI (231) 796-5050

231-796-8273 www.immanuelbr.com Facebook: @immanuelbr

Mass Times Weekends: Saturday 5:00pm Sunday 8:00am 9878 US-10 Evart, MI 231-734-3171

726 Fuller Avenue Big Rapids, MI 49307 Fax: 231- 796-9599 immanuelbigrapids726@gmail.com Instagram: ILCbigrapid

Sunday Morning Worship Service - 9:30 a.m.

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SACRED HEART CHURCH

408 W. Bellevue St. Big Rapids, MI Join us for Worship!

Sundays: 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Wednesdays: 6:00 p.m.

Check the Church Website for Summer Worship Times

231.796.6684 facebook.com/stpetersbr stpetersbr.org

9407 90th Avenue • Mecosta, Michigan 49332 231-972-7891 • cllc@centurytel.net • www.cllconline.com Please contact the church for service hours and Bible studies DESTINATIONS 2020 ❖ Published by The Pioneer Group

Missaukee County’s Festival of the Pines celebrates local history Missaukee County is one of Michigan’s best kept, most widely known secrets.

With beautiful, rolling countryside dotted with lakes, woods and stunning and natural resources, the county is a warm and embracing home to many, and a welcoming vacation destination to many others.

Founded in 1871, Missaukee County is one of the many Michigan counties and communities created by limbering industry and populated

early on largely by lumberjacks and their families.

Today, cutting down forests is no longer a lead industry, but trees are still very, very important with Missaukee farmers being the leaders of growing Christmas trees. The rich farmland supports large dairy farms as well as other areas of agriculture.

The beautiful countryside also makes Missaukee County a huge draw to recreational ac-

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tivities.

The county seat, Lake City, resides on the eastern shores of Lake Missaukee. There is an annual nod to the first settlers and lumberjacks as well as today’s Christmas tree growers with the exciting Festival of the Pines — taking place this year Sept. 17-20.

The Festival of Pines begins on Thursday night and visitors are encouraged to join in the celebration.

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Enjoying the Trail?

These businesses are a hop, skip and a jump to a hot meal, cool drink or a unique find!

• Mr. Pibs Restaurant 3780 Mackinaw Trail, Le Roy, MI (231) 768-5288

• Ashton General Store 10989 210th Ave, Reed City, MI (231) 832-3310 • Sweet Tile & Carpet, Inc 21498 Northland Dr ~ (231)796-0330 • Paris Archery ~ 21820 Northland Dr ~ (231)796-2794

• Ole Gun Shack 13 Jefferson St E, Stanwood, MI (231) 823-2050 • Fat Belly Deli and Creamery - 20751 8 Mile Rd (231) 823-9667 • Morley Depot ~ 280 S. Cass Street ~ (231) 307-3113 • WeeBee’s Party Store-139 Cass St.-231-856-4570 • Moe-Z-Inn ~ 249 S. Cass Street ~ (231) 856-4592 • The Decorating Department 7910 Federal Rd, Howard City, MI (231) 937-4206

Map found at www.tourwpt.org

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REAL ESTATE DIRECTORY 231-972-8300 800-700-8502

CBLakes.com 8520 – 100th Avenue, Canadian Lakes, MI 49346

Mecosta county & Canadian lakes Lakes * Rivers * Sandy Beaches * Golf and So Much More!

Whether you are Buying, Selling or Just Looking for Information… our Dedicated Team of Professionals are Here to Help!

Sue Kempton 231-638-3498

Kathleen Adams 231-250-3197

Todd Lincoln 989-560-4884

Kolina Mako 989-423-0452

Michael Roberts Jim (JB) Bradley Marshall Henry 989-506-4275 231-598-4640 231-598-0838

Bob Manzagol 231-349-8096

Peter Taylor 989-857-9017

Joe Mako 989-303-8544

Rich Marino 586-630-8773

Rockie Peacock 231-349-5533

Rick Kempton 231-349-8300

HAVE REAL ESTATE NEEDS?

www.katiross.com www.katiross.com 616-302-2573 616-302-2573 katiross@remax.net katiross@remax.net

HIRE A A BOSS. BOSS. CALL CALL KATI HIRE KATI ROSS. ROSS.

1411 N State Street 1411 N State Street Big Rapids, MI 49307 Big Rapids, MI 49307 DESTINATIONS 2020 ❖ Published by The Pioneer Group

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REAL ESTATE DIRECTORY

WHERE MICHIGAN ADVENTURERS

Amy Briggs 231-856-0415

S TA R T !

Tricia Wirth

231.629.0352

Kevin McBride 231-408-2057

231.796.4808

119 Linden • Big Rapids, MI 49307

www.century21forwardrealty.com

YOUR LAKEFRONT EXPERT!

■ Contact me for a free coverage review

Call 231.629.8801 today!

KATHY ADAMS

www.canadianlakeshomes.com

kadamscblakes@gmail.com

231.972.8300

Let me help you get smart about your coverage options.

231• 250 • 3197

1100 4 Mile Rd NW, Ste D Grand Rapids, MI 49544

Call Today!

231-796-6329

Pam Schwallier Realtor®

queen100@iserv.net

Actively seeking listings.

If you are selling please give us a call.

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400 N STATE ST BIG RAPIDS, MI 49307 SESILINE@FARMERSAGENT.COM https://agents.farmers.com/sesiline

SILVERNAIL REALTY

I use 20 years of experience to make it happen!

780 S Chestnut St • Reed City, MI • 231-832-8322 230 W. Shaw Suite B • Howard City • 231-937-2182

Your Local Agent

“Helping Buyers & Sellers for over 50 years”

Whether looking to buy or sell a home, business, land, farm or vacation destination,

Serving all of Central and Western Michigan.

Sara Esiline

Restrictions apply. Discounts may vary. Not available in all states.

See your agent for details. Insurance is underwritten by Farmers Insurance Exchange and other affiliated insurance companies.

Visit farmers.com for a complete listing of companies. Not all insurers are authorized to provide insurance in all states.

Coverage is not available in all states.

Your Expert Realtor

616-490-4630

www.century21forwardrealty.com

COVERAGE FOR THE THINGS YOU CARE FOR ■ Coverage you can customize to meet your needs

8520 100th Ave. Canadian Lakes, MI 49346

231.796.4808

119 Linden • Big Rapids, MI 49307

www.silvernailrealty.com Sue Glatz, GRI, CRB, ABR, Broker/Owner

Sue Glatz

Salespersons: Terry Weaver, Katy VanCuren

Property Management Land Contracts

Katy VanCuren

We sell all types of real estate and offer property management.

We work for buyers AND sellers!

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REAL ESTATE DIRECTORY Considering offering your home for sale?

Or interested in purchasing a waterfront or residential home?

Hunting land or acreage?

CONTACT CHERYL TODAY!

BIG RAPIDS REALTY, INC. REED CITY REALTY, INC.

Cheryl Rosen, Associate Broker, GRI

616-956-7676 • www.patriot-realty.net

231-250-1390 cheryl@patriot-realty.net

Thinking of Buying or Selling?

Or know someone who is?

Call us! We don’t just say we have in-depth knowledge & unsurpassed service; we’ve been evolving with the real estate market since 1969!

We are your local professionals, your advocates, board leaders, committee members, your family, your neighbors, your friends…

Randy Poll Realtor® SRES, ABR, SFR

Office: 231.924.8668 • Cell: 231.250.9884

Let US help you find your Dream Destination!

1331 W. Main St. • Fremont

202 S. State St, Big Rapids, MI • www.bigrapidsrealty.com

www.searchnewaygo.com

231-796-4871

For all of your REAL ESTATE needs!

Brian J. Thompson

231.629.2321 121 S. Cass Street, Morley, Michigan 49336 www.wesellmichigan.com

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Kent County keeps the fun going year round KENT COUNTY — From harvest festivals to holiday markets, Christmas parades to tree-lighting ceremonies, there’s a little something for everyone to enjoy during the fall and winter seasons in Kent County.

One of the popular festivals for people of all ages to enjoy is the annual Harvest Fest in downtown Rockford.

Now in its 44th years, the festival is scheduled for Sept. 26 and will offer a number of activities, including the Classic Car Show benefitting K9 Camo Companions.

Another popular event set to take place this fall in Kent County is the Red Flannel Festival on Saturday, Oct. 3 in Cedar Springs.

The highlight of this festival, which is celebrating its 81st anniversary this year, is the parade, which will travel through town.

While the Harvest Fest and Red Flannel Festival will offer fall fun for everyone, people also can stay busy this winter in Grand Rapids.

Outdoor-lovers can flock to Rosa Parks Circle in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids to enjoy ice skating day or night, or they can check out one of the nearby ski slopes, including Cannonsburg Ski Area and Bittersweet Ski Resort.

Those hoping to stay a little warmer this winter have plenty of options for entertainment as well.

Whether it’s stopping by the Grand Rapids Art Museum or Grand Rapids Children’s Museum to see one of their frequently changing exhibits or taking a picture with Santa at Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park or the Rivertown Crossings Malls, people of all ages will be able to enjoy the holidays in the Grand Rapids area this year.

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Welcome to Sparta!

Just 10 Money Saving Minutes From Grand Rapids

Your Hometown HeavY DutY truck Store

2021 Silverado 1500

the next century of chevy trucks Starts Here you’ll love the way we do business!

616-887-1791 Corner of M-37 & Sparta Ave.

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SPARTA

History of Sparta

The first settlers who arrived in the area of Sparta, Michigan, (population 8,000) in 1844 discovered rich land and abundant streams. Within a few years, the Village of Sparta was established. The first railroad reached Sparta in 1872, linking the community with Grand Rapids and ensuring the progress and prosperity of the area.

Most of Sparta’s settlers were farmers. In 1873, the principle products were corn, grains, potatoes, hay, wool, and maple sugar. Dairy farming became, and still is, a major agricultural activity in the area. But by the turn of the century, many farmers switched from traditional crops to growing fruit, mainly apples and peaches. Today, along with its agricultural and industrial base, Sparta has developed services from banking to retail and offers easy access to a major metropolitan area.

Visit Sparta Today Facebook page for any upcoming fall and Winter events

In 1844, the first settlers began arriving in what is now Sparta Township. By 1846, Jonathan Nash, the founder of Sparta arrived, calling the settlement Nashville, until he found out there was already a Nashville, Michigan. He then renamed the village Sparta, and was officially incorporated into a village in 1883.

Sparta has two museums in operation today reflecting on the history of the establishment of Sparta with the Myers Schoolhouse Museum and the T.S. & M Railroad Depot.

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Hersey is located about 15 miles north of Big Rapids. With over 100 lakes and endless trails in this small rural community, you can explore to your hearts content. Hersey started as a lumber town in the early 19th century and was a major supplier of lumber to the Muskegon Lumber Yards. After the great fire, Hersey played an important role in rebuilding Chicago.

It was founded by Delos A. Blodgett, who was known as a lumber baron, a banker, and a philanthropist. Regardless of the season or how experienced of an angler you are, you are sure to find a fun adventure with a beautiful backdrop and welcoming community.

Discount tobacco, beer, Wine, Lottery, Dnr Licenses

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660 N. MaiN St. • HerSey, Mi • OpeN Daily 6aM-9pM

(231) 832-7093

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welcome to Tradition Since 1954 With New Excitement 21351 Maple St. • Reed City

231-832-2206

“FOR ALL YOUR SERVICE, SUPPLY, AND INSTALLATION NEEDS”

411 Dailey Dr. Reed City, MI 49677

SKIPSPOOLS.COM

(231) 832-4000

Local Pharmacy Delivery & Drive-Thru Pharmacy Available!

Shingles & Flu Vaccines Available (in Season) LARGE SELECTION OF UNIQUE GIFTS AND COLLECTIBLES

130 W. UPTON AVE. • REED CITY

231-832-5521

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LeRoy is located in picturesque northern Michigan approximately 20 miles south of Cadillac. We are the Year Round Playground offering visitors, businesses and organizations the opportunity to flourish in a hard-working and friendly community. Our businesses provide products and services throughout the United States, including manufacturing, construction and logging industries. Our non-profit organizations foster community, including a volunteer Fire & Rescue Department, a Community Library, camps and churches.

Our expansive recreational opportunities include restaurants, outdoor activities, golf and The White Pine Trail.

We invite you to discover a hidden gem in northern Michigan!

T1-11 Siding Style

Rent-to-Own Available Locally built sheds, outbuildings, cabins, and animal shelters in wood or metal.

Metal Siding Style

Delivered, leveled and set up at your site.

We Custom Build To Your Specs We Deliver Anywhere In Michigan Pete Swartzentruber - Owner

14790 185th Ave., LeRoy, MI

Northern White Pine Siding Style

231-768-4204

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Apartments Remus Apartments 8890 35th Ave. • Remus

Rent based on income for those who qualify.

SERVICE Directory

Now leasing 1 & 2 Bedroom units.

Barrier free units available.

989-967-8121

Hearing Impaired TTY 7-1-1 Professionally managed by Medallion Management Inc. Equal Opportunity Provider Financed by R.D.

Attorney

Attorney

James R. White, Attorney at Law

A general practice office with a focus on family law. Whether a long time resident, or new to the area, our honest and experienced team have your legal needs covered.

White Law Office, PLC General Practice • Real Estate Wills & Probate • Estate Planning Divorce • Adoptions ll6 N. Main Street • Evart

1630 N. State Street Big Rapids, MI

23l-734-353l • Cell 23l-349-2556

Attorney

Cheryl L. Sterling

Auto Parts

231.629.8130

Auto/Body Repair

Baldwin

Attorney at Law

231-689-6216

Divorce, Custody, Support, Wills, Probate, Real Estate, Land Contracts, Landlord/Tenant www.cherylsterling.com 1159 E. Wilcox, White Cloud, MI

NEW STORE HOURS Monday - Friday • 8am - 6 pm Saturday • 8am -1pm Sunday • CLOSED

1325 Michigan Ave. • Baldwin

231-745-2003 www.shoppartsplus.com

• Free Estimates • Complete Collision • Glass Installed

Open to serve the Community and surrounding areas 89 N. 3rd St. • Sand Lake

616-636-5341

Automotive/Body Repair

Gondek’s Body & Frame LLC 231-832-1511 Foreign & Domestic Auto Body Repair Glass Work Truck Accessories

WE TAKE THE DENTS OUT OF ACCIDENTS

Heat-Treated Polyurethane Sprayed-On Bed Liners Lifetime Warranty

231-832-7005

Colors Available

1.5 Miles North of Burger King • 6241 220th Ave • Reed City

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Automotive/Sales & Service

616-696-1541 www.worththeride.com

Auto/Sales & Service

Automotive/Sales & Service

Auto/Repair

FREMONT

ALWAYS CLEAN, LOW MILE, LATE MODEL VEHICLES

Chuck & Meredy’s

616-887-1791

OPEN AND EAGER TO SERVE OUR CUSTOMERS FOR SERVICE AND BODY WORK

Corner of M-37 & Sparta Ave. • www.spartachevy.com

Automotive/Tire

Automotive/Towing

Call (231) 924-3200 or 888-484-3200 7148 W. 48th St., Fremont, MI 49412 www.fremontford.net

Gingrich Tire Center

Big Rapids Towing, Inc.

TIRES, CUSTOM WHEELS, AUTO SERVICE

Lockouts • Jump Starts • Tire Changes • Emergency Road Service M-66 @ M-20 REMUS, MI 49340

989-967-3541 www.gingrichtire.com

231-796-2222

www.bigrapidstowing.com 20833 18 Mile Road • Big Rapids, Michigan

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Auto Service

18620 16 Mile Rd. Big Rapids 231

796-0550

Auto/Wrecker

SERVICE Directory

345 N Main Street NE • Cedar Springs, MI 49319

DIRECT INSURANCE BILLING AVAILABLE –––– SECURED STORAGE LOCATIONS –––– EDMORE 79 E. Howard City-Edmore Rd.

989-427-4300 GREENVILLE 5811 S. Greenville Rd.

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Camping

Bar & Grill

HORSESHOE

Check out our Friday Fish Fry!

Credit Union

SERVING SERVING YOU YOU FOR FOR 35 35 YEARS! YEARS!

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Lakeview

9637Lakeview N Greenville Rd. Lakeview, MI 48850 9637 N Greenville Rd. (989) 352-6031 Lakeview, MI 48850

35 YEARS! (231)City, 937-9400 Howard MI 49329

FOOD & SPIRITS 142 E. Main St., Marion MI

231-743-9814

Flooring

Trufant (989) 352-6031 Lakeview

110 South A St Trufant, 49347 Rd 9637 NMI Greenville Trufant Lakeview, MI 48850 (616) 984-9700 Lakeview 110 South A St

Morley

Morley, MI 49336 837B W Shaw St Howard City,307-3164 MI 49329 (231) (231) 937-9400

Howard City 101 E 4th St (989) 352-6031 Trufant, 49347 Rd Morley, MI 49336 9637 NMI Greenville 837B W Shaw St WWW.CFFCU.BIZ Trufant Morley Lakeview, MI 48850 Howard City,307-3164 MI 49329 (616) 984-9700 (231)

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(616) 984-9700

(231) 307-3164

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We’ve Got You

(231) 307-3164

Federally Insured by the National Credit Union Association and Equal Housing Lender

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Servicing All Your Flooring Needs

Proudly Serving You Since 1982

Area Rugs • Mattresses Carpet • Hardwood Laminate • Vinyl Furniture • Counter Tops Tile (floor/wall/shower)

231-937-4206

www.davescarpetllc.com Call Or Stop In Today For A Free Estimate!

Forest Products

BUYERS OF STANDING TIMBER

General Store

Forest Products, Inc. 10367 Northland Dr. Rockford, MI 49341

616-866-9317

www.howardcity.abbeycarpet.com

Hair Salon

Fifth Avenue Styles

Call now for a quote. Please, 25 or more hardwood trees!

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Morley (231) 937-9400

Howard City 101 E 4th St

GENERAL STORE 10989 210th Ave Reed City, MI

231-832-3310

Up-Do’s ~ Color Perms Hair Cuts Pedicures Manicures 125 W. Fifth Ave., Reed City

231-832-2831

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Hardware

Heating & Cooling

Insurance

Lehman Fullmer & Sons Insurance Heating Cooling Since 1971

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H A R D WA R E

Furnaces • Air Conditioners • Heat Pumps Gas Fireplaces • Pellet Stoves • Wood Stoves

Call us for all your insurance needs fullmerandsons.net

(989) 352-7235

20928 18 Mile • Big Rapids, MI

Lumber Yard

Lumber Yard

231.796.3403

ALL MARINE

Lawn Care & Snowplowing

Snowplowing • Landscaping • Tree Trimming Wood Chipping • Stump Grinding

(231) 796-4956

COMPETITIVE PRICING!

Market

Boat Winterization & Storage

LUMBER

Big L Lumber 19051 8 Mile Rd. STANWOOD

231.823.2088 231-745-4671 www.Big-L-Lumber.com 750 E. Eighth St., Baldwin

989-382-5581 Marine Storage

Paris, MI 49338

SERVICE & STORAGE

Baldwin

All types of hardware, lumber, roofing, building supplies, masonry products, bird food, paint, plumbing and electrical

10390 30th Ave. Barryton, MI 49305

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Outdoor Sports Physical Therapy Paris Archery Select Care Physical Therapy We ple aim to ase !

• Boat and Trailer Repair • Shrink Wrap • Welding & Fabricating

Licensed & Insured

In & Out Service BETWEEN THE DAMS 4647 S. Miramar Newaygo, MI 49337

231-652-1635

Hours: Mon., Wed., Fri. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Tues. & Thurs. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Sat. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Closed Sunday

33 State Street, Grant, MI

231-834-5784 6113 Croton Hardy Drive, Croton, MI

231-652-1350

Physical Therapy

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Downtown Lakeview

& Fireplaces

Lawn/Snow Removal

North End of Town

• Arrows, Broad Heads and Custom Made Arrows • Bows • Targets • Scent Killers • Muzzle Loading Supplies 21820 Northland Drive Paris, MI

(231) 796-2794

(Next to Carpet Store) 7762 N. Federal Road • Howard City

Mon., Wed., & Fri. 9 am to 5 pm Tues. & Thurs. by appt. only

231-937-8485

www.selectcarept.com

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220 CHARLES ST WHITE CLOUD

231-689-5800

977 W 2ND ST NEWAYGO

(M-82 between Newaygo & Fremont)

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Realtors

Realtors

Mecosta county & Canadian lakes

Questions about Buying or Selling?

I have Answers!

KAREN VANDER GOOT

Pool & Spa

Realtor®

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231.629.0852 “FOR ALL YOUR SERVICE, SUPPLY, AND INSTALLATION NEEDS”

411 Dailey Dr. SKIPSPOOLS.COM Reed City, MI 49677 (231) 832-4000

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110 Elm St. Big Rapids, MI 49307

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Your Expert Realtor

616-490-4630 1100 4 Mile Rd NW, Ste D Grand Rapids, MI 49544

Restaurant

Pam Schwallier Realtor®

queen100@iserv.net

Restaurant

Whether looking to buy or sell a home, business, land, farm or vacation destination, I use 20 years of experience to make it happen!

Serving all of Central and Western Michigan.

Restaurant

VOTED

Full Menu Available with Daily Lunch Specials and Dinner Menu after 5pm.

Covid-19 protocols for service are as follows: Front door entrance only, sanitize hands upon entry, wear masks to and from table.

Thank you!

Still offering curbside pickup/take out orders.

IN THE STATE OF

MICHIGAN!

Award Winning Chili & Hamburgers

Szot’s

Historic Downtown Big Rapids 109 N. Michigan Ave.

Hours: Mon.-Sat. 11am-11pm (Kitchen closes at 10pm) Closed Sunday

732 N. State St., Big Rapids

231.796.2353

www.facebook.com/SzotsBR

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TOP 10 CHILI

231-796-5333 Bar & Grill 30

Give us a Call

ROOFING LLC.

WILLIAMS CAFE Take Out Available.

Serving Ice Cream!

Call Ahead (989) 382-9602

19636 30th Ave, Barryton, MI 49305

Ice and Snow Removal Flat Roofing Residential & Commercial Leaks and Repairs on all types of Roofing, 14x70 Trailer-rubber Roof, $1,900.

FREE ESTIMATES

(616) 636-8388

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Roofing

NEW Now Offering Seamless Gutters!

Metal & Asphalt Roofing

CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE SIDING, WINDOWS & DOOR INSTALLATION

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Financing Available

Small Engine Repair & Service

Gleason s ales & service 11581 N. Woodbridge • Bitely • 231-745-3053 OPEN 9-5 MON. - FRI., SAT. 9-3 • CLOSED TUESDAY & SUNDAY

Dealer

New & Used

Outboard Motors • Golf Carts Service on Outboard Motors, Boats & ATV’s

Small Eng./Repair

Water Treatment WaterCare

Well Drilling

REVERSE OSMOSIS DRINKING WATER SYSTEM Insurance for your family.

Have peace of mind, with your drinking water safety.

Lawn Mower, Rototillers, Tune-Ups Open and here to serve our valued customers.

Pick Up & Delivery Available

(989) 967-3624

2509 9 Mile Rd. (M-20) Remus, MI 49340

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527-9042

13535 12 Mile Rd Big Rapids

SUBSTANTIALLY REMOVES THESE CONTAMINANTS:

• ORGANICS • CHEMICAL CONTENT

• SODIUM (Salt) • NITRATES • CHLORINE

231-924-2310 800-382-4450

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535 E. Main FrEMont, Mi 49412

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989-365-3232

313 VEsta six LakEs, Mi 48886

231.734.3654 www.waldrondrilling.com

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So much to do and see in Isabella County Editor’s note: Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, certain establishments/events may be cancelled or postponed after publication. For a full updated list of all that Isabella County has to offer, visit mountpleasantwow.com, downtownmp.com and isabellacounty.org.

As the home of Central Michigan University and Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort, Isabella County is well known among Michigan residents as a top destination in central lower Michigan.

Indeed, the reputation is well deserved. CMU has more than 16,000 students on its Mount Pleasant campus, helping bring a vibrant down-

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town to life, as well as a pleasant tailgate scene come fall and wintertime.

Soaring Eagle has a wide assortment of games to play and hosts a number of shows and concerts every year.

But Isabella County — located centrally at the crossroads of M-20 and U.S. 127 — can offer so much more.

Fall and winter is the perfect time to visit — when the leaves on the trees at Deerfield Nature Park are turning orange and brown, when kayakers and tubers are enjoying the lazy Chippewa River before it turns to ice and Papa’s Pumpkin Patch is teeming with children, excited for the

holidays.

Those interested in shopping and exploring can visit Mount Pleasant’s various shops and restaurants, which offer traditional small-town hospitality.

The active among us can have a blast in Isabella County as well. Slip on your ice skates and head to the I.C.E. Arena or get a little wild and crazy with a tumble at The Jump Station, where a trampoline park, foam pit, inflatables and more can turn an average day into a truly memorable event. Golfing is extremely popular in the area, too.

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Lynda Beaton

(231) 383-0404

You’re Invited to the Natural Wonder that is Pierport Shores!

Lynda@golighthouserealty.com

Arcadia Township in northern Manistee County has plenty to offer, a world class golf course, deep water port in the village of Arcadia, rolling hills, nestled between two great resort areas, Onekama and Frankfort.

All lots are one acre in size. Another improvement? Natural gas is now available at the street for all lots.

A picture is worth a thousand words, but to see these in person will take your breath away!! Come see this unique 12 lot development on Lakeview Road in Arcadia and take advantage of the much improved (lower) pricing!

Lots 1-5 are $199,000 each. They include their individual private lake frontage on Lake Michigan.

Lots 8 and 9 have deeded lake access are now priced at $159,000.

Judianne Sibley Dedicated - Trusted Experienced

(231) 239-1333

Judianne@golighthouserealty.com

Price Reduction

LAKE MICHIGAN — FRONTAGE — Sandy Beach, Spectacular View, Excellent Location, In Victorian Port City of Manistee, Unique, Wooded, Buildable, Beautiful 208’ Lake Front.

MLS #20017059

$395,000

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