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Three generations of family support 10 children in their pumpkin-growing venture

Place one patch of land, a sprinkling of pumpkin seeds, and a whole lot of familial love into a cauldron and poof! You’ve got Papa Mike’s Pumpkin Patch. Now in its third year of business, the patch is a hobbyist venture run almost entirely by children ranging from six to 17 years of age.

Bike repair stations combine tech and tools to keep Mt. Pleasant moving

Have a loose bike chain or is something shaking around that shouldn't be? These bike repair stations provide resources and an educational aid for people who want to fix their bicycles.

Mountain Town Brewing Company: Over 10 years of craft beer, ciders, seltzers, and more

Since its creation in 2007, Mountain Town Brewing Company has brewed up various creative alcoholic beverages for establishments throughout Michigan and further into the Midwest supplying a few locations in Ohio and Indiana.

Butterflies in the Park honors loved ones who have passed

Butterflies in the Park, “a reminder [that] our loved ones, too, have transformed into something beautiful.”

Spray Park in Mt. Pleasant is a free way to keep kids cool this summer

The Island Park Spray Park in Mt. Pleasant is a great option for families with young children looking to beat the heat and enjoy the outdoors this summer.

Isabella Wind produces clean energy in mid-Michigan

Located in Rosebush, the largest wind farm in Michigan offers a big step forward toward carbon neutrality, producing enough clean energy to power thousands of homes each year.

Further your journey as an ally

This Pride Month, celebrate your LGBTQIA+ friends and neighbors by learning how to be a better ally. Learn about some common pitfalls and how to grow from them with these tips.

HopeWell Ranch bunny barn now open

In mid-May, HopeWell Ranch's new rabbit education and therapy center opened to the public. Learn about the barn and meet Christmas and Luna — two therapy rabbits at the farm. 

Business is blooming at Pleasant Thyme Herb Farm

Now with four greenhouses and over 100 plant varieties, Pleasant Thyme Herb Farm has grown since it began in 1998. Learn more about the semi-organic operation and what Pleasant Thyme has to offer.

Discover the Michigan Vietnam Vets Memorial

The Michigan Vietnam Vets Memorial at Island Park in Mt. Pleasant honors those who have served in Michigan. The memorial includes a flag gallery, a statue, and plaques listing causalities and POW/MIA from Michigan.   

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