HART — The Silver Lake Sand Dunes-Hart Visitors Bureau announced Thursday, Oct. 10, that 2023 visitor spending increased in Oceana County by nearly 6 percent. According to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) Tourism Economic Impact Report, $160.8 million dollars were spent in the county during 2023, which is up 5.9 percent over 2022. Visitor spending accounted for $19 million…
Peterson Farms Family of Companies, headquartered in the Shelby area, has acquired King Brands, LLC. “The Peterson family is pleased to announce the addition of King Brands, LLC, to the Peterson Farms Family of Companies,” states a Peterson Farms press release. “King Brands supplies shelf-stable juices in aseptic liter boxes and in cups or pouches. The products, which require no…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HESPERIA — In an age of big box shopping centers and dollar stores, small town grocers must adapt to compete against the corporate giants. Ed’s Orchard Market is a prime example of a local family-owned grocery store that has proven it is here to stay for generations. “We offer a pretty wide variety of products…
Two Oceana business owners selected as Pitch North finalists Five area entrepreneurs to pitch business ideas for chance at $5,000 NEWAYGO COUNTY — Two Oceana County business owners are among five rural entrepreneurs that have been selected to pitch their business ideas to a panel of judges during the fifth annual Pitch North competition. Brian Woods, owner of Big Skinny’s…
The Farmhouse dishes up fresh, modern dining experience By Fred Inglis, Contributing Writer BENONA TOWNSHIP — The newest restaurant in Oceana County opened last weekend on Scenic Drive near Stony Lake. “The Farmhouse” is the creation of Kayla and Jason Wenk, and just as they did with their purchase of Oceana Golf Club and Benona Shores Golf Club, they invested…
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