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Read MoreBy Nancy Bissonnette Bordine They gathered on the shore of Frankfort Harbor, all eyes on the horizon. The breeze ruffling their hair was subtly chilled from traveling over the yet cold waters of Lake Michigan. The white silhouettes of three boats approaching the shore gave them great relief, for those boats were the guardians escorting […]
Read MoreFor 25 years, Richard Ide of Beulah has been gathering funds for Crystal Lake’s popular fireworks display, which carries an annual ticket of approximately $7,000. According to the Benzie County Sheriff’s Department, an estimated 10,000 people view the show from the village, from boats on the lake, and from homes on both the north and south […]
Read MoreWho funds the Frankfort fireworks?
Read MoreFive guys, 60 miles of open water, one goal
Read MoreElberta’s phoenix from the ashes
Read MoreLake Ann Brewing Co. is actually “open today.” Red Door Café brews community.
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Read MoreGold fever attracts media frenzy
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Read MoreThe town in Florida that feels like home.
Read MoreMuseum and exhibit celebrate first full year
Read MoreMercedes Michalowski named new director
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Read MoreTrail Runner Series: The Betsie Valley Trail from Elberta Trailhead
Read MoreSkatepark breaks ground next month in Frankfort
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Read MorePrevention tips for Lyme disease awareness month
Read MoreNew faces in Frankfort’s business district
Read MoreThe Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts is thrilled to announce that Mercedes Michalowski will replace current Executive Director Steve Brown on June 1 after two years of truly exceptional performance in her role as Associate Director. The Art Center’s Board of Directors unanimously supports the search committee’s decision and looks forward to working […]
Read MoreFrankfort, Michigan. Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts’ Regional Student Exhibition is an annual favorite in the community. High School works are juried by special guest artists for display in the Beck Gallery, and area elementary and middle school works are accepted for display in the Borwell and Entrance Galleries. Last year saw the […]
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Read MoreApril kicks off the class season at Oliver Art Center! With several new instructors, this year promises to be the best yet. OAC’s ceramics program is seeing growth with a Spring Concentration class with instructor, John Dietsch. Taking place every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, for three weeks starting April 20, the class will offer the […]
Read MoreFebruary 21st, 2015. Frankfort, MI. Place Name Age Group Time 1 Jeff Houser M: 25-29 19:35.33 2 Austin Smith M: 30-34 20:05.19 3 Jerry Brown M: 55-59 20:56.09 4 Max Okros M: 15-19 21:09.56 5 Matt Nahnsen M: 30-34 21:16.36 6 Clinton Brian M: 45-49 21:22.25 7 Avery May M: 15-19 21:27.78 8 James Fink […]
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