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Water Tower Sports Pub in Lexington: From Scratch Food and all Michigan Beers on tap!

Water Tower Sports Pub in Lexington, Michigan, sits along M25 under, you guessed it, the Worth Township Water Tower. Inside this unassuming building is fantastic food, delicious Michigan craft beers, and the wonderful couple who serves it all up with a smile! Greg makes all the food from scratch – as fresh and local as…

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Port Crescent State Park: Sunsets, Stars, and Sand.

Port Crescent State Park near Port Austin, Michigan, sits near the tip of the thumb. Even though this State Park is on the “sunrise side” of the state, due to its location, you find stunning SUNSETS instead of sunrises here. Port Crescent State Park is also a designated Dark Sky Preserve and nestles right up…

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Totem Books: Uniquely Curated Used Bookstore and Coffee Shop in Michigan

Discovering Totem Books: A Literary Oasis Step into Totem Books in Flint, Michigan, and you’ll find yourself in a literary haven that defies the ordinary. From the moment we crossed the threshold, it was evident that this was not a usual bookstore – it was much more. Ambiance You first notice the absence of the…

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Cross in the Woods, Peaceful and Sacred Space for All

We had heard about the Cross in the Woods in Indian River for years, maybe even a decade, but had never traveled to see it. It was on our list, and we were passing by on our way home from Mackinaw City, so we decided to stop. Wow! We were so glad that we stopped…

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The Oxford Tap has the Best Wings in Oxford, Michigan

The Oxford Tap in the Downtown Oxford Social District is the Go-To place for wings! They also offer a wide range of other delicious food and drinks, so you will find something to love even if wings aren’t your thing. Entrances to The Oxford Tap The Oxford Tap has two convenient entrances—one at the front…

cement walkway to and old stately building a sign over the door says Port Huron Museum Carnegie Center and older sign carved into the building above it says public library

Ships, Lighthouses, and Trains, Oh My. Port Huron Museum has it all.

The Port Huron Museum in Port Huron, Michigan, is a cluster of Museum sites that are sure to enthrall. Four sites are included in the Museum, plus a Trolley that runs for special events. The Museums include the Carnegie Center, the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse, the Huron Lightship, and the Thomas Edison Depot Museum. They are…

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From Six Seconds to Sick Pizza in Oxford, Michigan (It’s Fabulously Good!)

What happens when you pair a drive for pizza perfection and a heart big enough to love the whole community? You get Sick Pizza Co. in downtown Oxford, Michigan. Sick Pizza makes outstanding pizza and continually seeks ways to support the surrounding community. You can feel good about supporting this small business while treating your…

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Dig into the best Craft Beers, Ciders, and Wines at Gravel Capital Brewery

Gravel Capital Brewery in Oxford, Michigan, has a fantastic list of craft beers, ciders, and wines. There is something for every taste. Flavors rotate as they brew new ones. Gravel Captial Name At one time, Oxford was named the Gravel Capital of the World. While that may no longer be true, several large gravel pits…

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Champane’s Honeybee Grille: Little Diner, Big Taste

Champane’s Honeybee Grille in Metamora, Michigan, is a tiny little diner on the side of M24. You might not even notice it driving by, which would be a huge mistake. This little diner serves breakfast and lunch with great food and excellent staff. Make sure you stop in for a tasty meal. They are on…