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Southwest Michigan’s newest film and music festival to debut in June
VAN BUREN COUNTY, MI — From the moment they opened the Lucky Wolf in Paw Paw, Jason Deibler-Love and his wife India had always wanted to start a film festival. India succumbed to a battle with depression last November with a sudden, unexpected death. But Deibler-Love is making sure the couple’s vision still comes to fruition. And he’s doing it in her honor.
PHOTO STORY: Annual Niles Renaissance Faire returns to Plym Park
NILES — A popular festival returned to Plym Park Saturday and Sunday that invited guests to travel back in time to the days of yore. Bards, knights, jesters, jailers and more could be found at the Niles Renaissance Faire this past weekend. Hosted by Wolfshead Productions, the annual event featured costumed re-enactors performing historical demonstrations, […] The post PHOTO STORY: Annual Niles Renaissance Faire returns to Plym Park appeared first on Leader Publications.
Canoe, kayak and SUP rentals return to St. Pat's park after pandemic hiatus
At long last — well, since COVID-19 swept across the land four years ago — canoe, kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals will return to St. Patrick’s County Park and a stretch of the St. Joseph River from South Bend to Niles. Starting this Memorial Day weekend, familiar...
Get Fit with Burn Boot Camp in Granger: A New Approach to Fitness
As we approach the midpoint of the year, many of us are reflecting on the health goals we set at the start of the year. If you find yourself wanting to recommit to those resolutions, Burn Boot Camp in Granger might just be the motivation you need.
80’s Pop Star Tiffany Has a Huge Michigan Connection
Tiffany will be live on stage in Paw Paw this summer. But did you know the songwriting of a Niles, Michigan man launched Tiffany's career?. Pop star Tiffany ruled radio airplay in the late 80s with her 6 Billboard Hot 100 hits. She also ruled my wall with many posters, but I digress. This 80's hitmaker will perform live at Warner Vineyards in Paw Paw on July 12th, 2024. She had 4 top 10 hits and two number 1s. Tiffany was just 15 years old when her first single released in August of 1987 paved the way for huge success. Tiffany's first number-one hit was a cover of Tommy James and the Shondells 1967 hit "I Think We're Alone Now."
New state game area opens in Southwest Michigan for hunting, hiking
VAN BUREN COUNTY, MI -- Wildlife, hikers and hunters alike will benefit as a game area in Van Buren County comes under Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ control. The Paw Paw River State Game area is accessible to the public 24/7, year-round by boat or car, according to a press release. The muddy, undeveloped land can be used for hunting, foraging, bird watching or hiking.
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