Leelanau News and Events

More Events At The LivelyLands Property?

By Craig Manning | Feb. 17, 2025

Fresh off the grand opening of the Lively NeighborFood Market last August, Jim and Kelly Lively will go before the Kasson Township Planning Commission tonight (Monday, February 17) for a public hearing regarding proposed expanded uses of their land in Empire. The Livelys are looking to diversify their business opportunities on the 19.2-acre commercial property, which already includes the market, a 40-site campground, and music festival grounds, and which will soon also add a restaurant.

The Livelys’ company, Lively Holdings, LLC, owns and operates the Lively NeighborFood Market and the neighboring Backyard Burdickville campground, soon to be rebranded as Lively Acres, and runs the annual LivelyLands music festlval. …

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'A Story of Positivity:' Documentary Film Explores 'Lost History' of Black Homesteaders in Leelanau County

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Munson Sells Five Local Pharmacies, Including Suttons Bay and Empire Locations

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What's Next For County Parks Improvements?

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IAF Back at OAB

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