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Holiday cupcakes on a table

Local Holiday Treats

Tis the season to indulge in sugar cookies, candy canes, chocolate covered pretzels, and everything sugary and cheery! Find heavenly sweet treats for yourself or your loved ones at these local favorites.   Eat a cookie every day of December from the Sugar Cookie Advent Calendars from M Street Baking Company   View this post …more

sugar cookies decorated to look like various pies

Thanksgiving Carryout in Livingston County

We are thankful for the countless options of tasty, creative cuisine in Livingston County.  This season, we have the opportunity to support our favorite restaurants during their time of need. Purchasing gift certificates and ordering carryout are great ways to support local eateries, while social distancing. This year, make Thanksgiving easier by supporting local businesses. …more

white wedding cake on wooden table

Brighton Howell Area Wedding Guide: Wedding Cake Edition

After your future wedding, your loved ones will look back on photos of your carefully crafted floral arrangements, Pinterest-worthy party favors, and emotional speeches. While all of these are important, there is one that is most important, The cake. Great cake makes for happy guests. Thankfully, finding sweet treats in Livingston County is easy as …more

Livingston County Horoscope

A horoscope is an astrological chart that represents the positions of the Sun, Moon, and planets during the time of events, like the moment of a person’s birth. Many believe that our astrological signs accurately portray our personality traits and interests. Find your sign, and read about activities you may enjoy trying in Livingston County. …more

two brown horses in a pasture

Saddle Up for Livingston County

Livingston county is a great, neigh, the greatest area to bond with horses. The county holds 50,000 + acres of park land, and three state parks surrounded by countless bodies of water. Our four-legged friends have plenty of room to horse around to their heart’s content. Here are some locations that provide trails for you …more

Two people attached to a parachute mid skydive.

Thrill Seekers, Choose your Element! Air vs. Land vs. Water

Find exciting adventures in the Brighton Howell Area up in the air, on land, or in the water! The area is surrounded by three state parks that provide thrilling outdoor recreation activities that will keep you on your toes this summer. Air The Brighton Howell Area is known by many for its annual hot air …more

Man holding large fish

Fishing in the Brighton Howell Area

Please enjoy this guest blog from local angler, Kim Stricker.   As a passionate angler and seasoned resident of Livingston County, I’ve had the opportunity to cast a lure in several of the water bodies within the region. There are numerous lakes within the county lines ranging in size up to 677 acres, many with …more

Show Mom How Much You Care

Don’t forget! Mother’s Day is coming up Sunday, May 10th. Celebrate the mothers in your life with these eats, drinks, and gifts from some of your favorite Livingston County businesses! M Street Baking Co. Cookie cakes, brunch boxes, cake decorating kits, and MORE! If your mom has a sweet tooth, this is the best way …more

White Breasted Nuthatch

Hand-Feeding Birds at Kensington Metropark

Please enjoy this guest blog from local photographer, Jocelyn Anderson.   Several years ago the birds along the nature trails at Kensington Metropark learned that it was safe to take food from people’s hands. This trust has carried on through the years, with many birds partaking in the food offerings from the many visitors to …more