Smoking at Sounds and Sights in Chelsea with Annie and Rod Capps
Canadian wildfire smoke was no match for the sensational sounds of Annie and Rod Capps at the Crazy Diamond and Fangs and Twang over at the Rumpus Room for Sounds and Sights on Thursday...
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My High School photography class recap and deep thoughts on art, plus upcoming event (GIG) and more!
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An amusing story about Chuck’s beet juice health fad and an update on our training for the Way of St. Francis. Plus lots of recommendations!
- Why Everyone is Choosing Marshall, Michiganby Chuck Marshall on July 10, 2026
Uncovering hidden history, small-town charm, and local icons with the powerhouse team behind Choose Marshall.
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Photography for high schoolers, upcoming events, news from Life In Michigan, Substack suggestions and more.
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Our Joy for Birding
Birding meets community storytelling at the Washtenaw Food Hub. Discover a magical evening filled with nostalgia and connection during the Open Spoon.
Sister Lakes Brewing Company 10th Anniversary
Celebrating 10 Years of fabulous beers, food, and community with a backyard jam at Sister Lakes Brewing Company in Dowagiac.
Smoking at Sounds and Sights in Chelsea with Annie and Rod Capps
Canadian wildfire smoke was no match for the sensational sounds of Annie and Rod Capps at the Crazy Diamond and Fangs and Twang over at the Rumpus Room for Sounds and Sights on Thursday...
Decibel Magazine Tour Unleashes Metal Onslaught in Pontiac
On a bleak and sodden Sunday in Michigan, the metal community gathered at the Crofoot in Pontiac as the Decibel Magazine Tour brought a masterclass in sonic destruction.





