Tag: Tourism
Points North: Labor of Mixed Emotions | Great Lakes Now
By Morgan Springer
Points North is a biweekly podcast about the land, water and inhabitants of the Great Lakes.
This episode was shared here with permission from Interlochen Public Radio.
Growing up, Nic Theisen thought farming was a terrible way to make a living.
Algal blooms and E. coli dampen Ohio beach tourism – Great Lakes Commission
According to a recent study, the presence of algal blooms or E. coli in Ohio’s waterways can drive away visitors and the tourism dollars they bring with them. Researchers studied […]
Airport drops Bishop, Owen Sound from new name
The once Owen Sound-owned airport east of the city has a new name: Major-General Richard Rohmer Meaford International Airport. The new name accomplishes a few things, airport owner Rick Horwath said at an opening ceremony to announce the new name, tout airport revitalization efforts and to promote aviation. While the Owen Sound Billy Bishop Regional […]
Road safety campaign continues to grow in third year after Eugenia tragedy
One man’s road safety campaign which began in the wake of a tragic hit-and-run in the small tight-knit community of Eugenia continues to grow in its third year of operation. Ron Barnett’s LED armband road safety campaign began after a driver struck four pedestrians walking after dinner in a residential area on a Tuesday evening. […]
Huron Fringe Field Naturalists begin new season with corn roast
Although meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of the month, the Huron Fringe Field Naturalists (HFFN) traditionally kick off the new season with a corn roast and potluck supper early in September. Thirty-six members, friends and guests gathered at the recreational property of past president Lynn Johnston and husband Paul Zinn Sunday, Sept. 8 for […]
Terry Fox Run to be held in Grey-Bruce communities on Sunday
The annual Terry Fox Run to raise funds for concer research will be held in a number of Grey-Bruce communities this weekend. Runs are planned for Owen Sound, Meaford, Port Elgin, Kincardine, Lion’s Head, Walkerton, Lucknow, Hanover and Badjeros. The Owen Sound run will once again take place at Harrison Park, beginning at 9 a.m. […]
Great Lakes Moment: Ten natural wonders of The Great Lakes Way | Great Lakes Now
Great Lakes Moment is a monthly column written by Great Lakes Now Contributor John Hartig. Publishing the author’s views and assertions does not represent endorsement by Great Lakes Now or Detroit PBS.
The Great Lakes Way is an interconnected set of greenways and water trails stretching from Port Huron, Michigan (at the head of the St.
Kincardine hosting 173rd fall fair over long weekend
The 173rd Kincardine Fall Fair takes place in Connaught Park on Aug. 30 and 31 with plenty of fun for the whole family. Events and activities include dairy shows, homecraft exhibits, kids’ zone, food vendors, live entertainment, petting zoo, and axe throwing. The Kincardine Welcomes tourism team is also participating in this year’s festivities. “The […]
Heritage buildings in Owen Sound area part of Doors Open
A variety of heritage properties will be on display this weekend in Owen Sound. The Doors Open Ontario heritage tourism program of the Ontario Heritage Trust is running on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with 14 sites in and around Owen Sound open for public viewing. The program showcases buildings, natural spaces, infrastructure […]
London international student mourned after drowning in swimming pool
An international studentâs new life in London ended tragically when he drowned in a swimming pool on Sunday.