Posts From: September 2019

Spend a perfect fall day in Calhoun County

By steve on Sep. 26, 2019

Sweater weather is upon us. Don’t let winter come before you take in the autumn sights. Whether you’re coming into Battle Creek on M-89 or following Old US Highway 27 into Marshall, here are some stops for your fall color tour: Enjoy the fall colors If you can’t hear the crunch of leaves under your…

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Five weird facts about Calhoun County

By steve on Sep. 12, 2019

[su_slider source="media: 8486,5143,7877,2910,8784,2898"] 1) We’ve got alligators (and one crocodile) Michigan likes to brag about not having sharks and alligators in the water, but that’s not quite true in Calhoun County. The Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary has hundreds of reptiles in the rural…

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5 cool things to buy at the Welcome Center (whether you’re a tourist or not)

By steve on Sep. 05, 2019

[su_slider source="media: 8753,8752,8751,8750,8749,8748,8747,8746,8745"] One of the advantages to “shop local” is finding unique items that will make you think of your trip. Sure, the Welcome Center has the usual touristy souvenirs, such as postcards and stickers shaped like the Mitten State. But…

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