5 family friendly hikes in Calhoun County

Now that the weather’s cooled off it’s the perfect time to go for a walk in the woods. Here are five places with easy trails for the entire family. Brooks Nature Area You can find this nature area to the north of Stuart Lake, off of Stuart Lake Road in Marshall. Fields, wetlands and stands of…

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Sign up for an adventure with Trolley Tours in Marshall

Good drinks, spooky stories and creative experiences are all on the itinerary for Trolley Tours in Marshall. Buy a ticket and the trolley will take your tour group around the city with a guide. Adventures include: CULTURAL EXPERIENCE • JAN 21, 2023 from 1:30 – 6:30PM PLUS A SHOW! Tickets…

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Spend a spooky October in Marshall

The small town of Marshall leans into spooky fun this October. Here are some suggestions for a Halloween adventure: Paranormal investigation It’s going to be scary fun for adults and kids at the Governor’s Mansion. The Great Lakes Ghost Hunters will assist in exploring this site that’s said…

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Make Station 66 part of your fall tradition

Station 66 is the perfect break on your leaf-peeping drives. It’s located on M-66, where the country roads look the best in fall. The small country store is in a building that was once a gas station in the 1940s. It has kept the vintage charm, while selling products from Michigan farms. A…

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Meet the shopkeeper: Living MI

Caryn Drenth is the owner of Living MI, one of the many intriguing businesses along Main street in Marshall. How would you describe your shop? We have a unique offering of both Michigan-themed and Michigan-produced items. Why get into that niche? The thing I like most about it is we get…

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You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy ice cream!

Marshall has an abundance of ice cream parlors for any sweet-treat lover. Whether you prefer a traditional ice cream joint, out-of-the-box flavors and ideas, or something new like alcohol-infused ice cream, there is plenty of variety. Here are four places in the Marshall area that you and your…

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Calhoun County Parks & Trails to Visit this Spring

Spring is finally here and everything beautiful is starting to bloom. This means it’s a great time to explore where you live and find all those cool walking areas. Here are some great parks and walking trails to explore when everything is starting to bloom. Historic Bridge Park – Battle Creek One…

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