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🌱 Why travelers are suddenly whispering about New Buffalo, Michigan
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- Why travelers are suddenly whispering about New Buffalo, Michigan
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- Tuesday: Not as cold, becoming breezy, with a high of 37 and low of 32 degrees.
- Wednesday: Areas of morning fog, temps: high: 37, low: 32.
- Thursday: Windy with rain, with a high of 47 and low of 18 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
📰 News we're reading
• 10 Remote Small Towns in the U.S. Locals Don't Want You to Find (onlyinyourstate.com) — New Buffalo gets the spotlight as a “hidden” Lake Michigan getaway, praised for its beach, nearby parks and preserves, and small-town feel. The piece highlights favorite stops like Redamak’s, local wineries, and the Harbor Country Museum, encouraging travelers to seek out the town’s quieter, less-touristed charm just a short drive from Chicago.
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🗓 Events Nearby
- LIGHTS at Fernwood
Fernwood Botanical Gardens , 13988 Range Line Road , Niles
6:00 pm - Wine Wednesday's
Solasta Winery , 11945 Red Arrow Hwy , Sawyer
2:00 pm - Wine Education Wednesday
Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce , 15311 Three Oaks Rd , Three Oaks
6:00 pm - Open Mic Night at the Box Factory
Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce , 15311 Three Oaks Rd , Three Oaks
6:30 pm - Bingo with DJ Jerry at Solasta Winery
Solasta Winery , 11945 Red Arrow Hwy , Sawyer
5:00 pm - Big Sadie Country Christmas
Out There , 12312 Red Arrow Hwy , Sawyer
5:30 pm - Trivia Night!
Tapa Taco , 16220 Lakeshore Rd , Union Pier
6:30 pm - Karaoke with Brian and Anna
Local Pour - A Tasting Room with a Twist , 12857 Red Arrow Hwy , Sawyer
6:30 pm - Karaoke at Local Pour
Local Pour - A Tasting Room with a Twist , 12857 Red Arrow Hwy , Sawyer
6:30 pm - The Acorn presents The Muppet Christmas Carol
The Acorn , 107 Generations Drive , Three Oaks
7:00 pm - Kevin Farley | Three Oaks, MI
Journeyman Distillery at the Featherbone Factory , 109 Generations Drive , Three Oaks
9:00 pm - Santa Brunch at Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant
Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant
10:00 am
Tuesday December 16
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
Saturday December 20
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- McDonald's posted a job opening for Shift Manager in New Buffalo. Apply here.
- Michigan Staffing posted a job opening for Housekeeper in New Buffalo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near New Buffalo here.
🗞 Nearby News
Stevensville
- Chip Borre, owner of local Ace Hardware Stores, has passed away (moodyonthemarket.com)
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