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03/10/2026

Mark you calendar and follow Pure Markette for season teasers!

Only 3 months until Pure Markette returns!

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back for another season. Vendors, volunteers, and anyone interested in hosting or sponsoring programs/special events please reach out by emailing [email protected] or message us on Facebook.

Mark your calendars and get ready for another amazing season!

02/21/2026

Check out these great opportunities with the U.S. Forest Service Huron-Manistee NFs - Seasonal job openings!

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report
Lake County MSU Extension
Lake County Sheriff's Department
Baldwin Community Schools

Love fresh air and big views?

The U.S. Forest Service is hiring for the summer – and your next adventure might start with a pair of work boots and a trail map. From trail crews to visitor services, there’s a role for every kind of outdoor enthusiast.

Seasonal jobs will open February 20 nationwide on USAJOBS.gov.

https://www.fs.usda.gov/about-agency/newsroom/releases/us-forest-service-unveils-plans-hire-summer-seasonal-employees-2026

01/23/2026

Bundle up and come on out!

Baldwin Sled Dog Derby is HERE! ❄️ 🐕

📍 event occurs between the lake county historical museum & St. Ann’s in Baldwin.

Spend the weekend with the one of a kind event!

Warm up during intermission times & enjoy some lunch & themed drinks at Shoey’s Log Bar 🍹 🍗

Details for racing below below! ⬇️

01/23/2026

Great opportunity for eligible businesses ...

Baldwin DDA launches business improvement grant program for downtown

12/04/2025

We live and work in a very cool place, whether your jam is exploring the trails, hiking through the Manistee National Forest, traversing the award winning rivers and trout streams, splashing and paddling across 156 lakes, quietly watching nature in the moment, enjoying each season with its festivals and fun ... and so much more! Come out and enjoy Lake.County this weekend! is coming to town, the Pere Marquette snowmobile trails is groomed and in perfect condition, and our shops and restaurants are ready to serve!

See you soon!

07/08/2025

Please share with family and friends who have young children who may be interested in joining in this fun Baldwin Troutarama tradition ... great prizes and a junior parade too!

Baldwin Community Schools Pure Markette

05/29/2025

There are several improvement projects going on in the Baldwin Michigan Community ... here's an update on the 8th Street dam deconstruction/fishery project from the Lake County Star

Three Michigan dam projects secured EGLE grants to support dam removal and river restoration.

01/14/2025

CALLING all Village of Baldwin businesses!!!

Check out this opportunity to apply for up to $25,000 in Match on Main grant funds!! Applications are due Feb. 28, 2025. For full details and eligibility, check out the Village of Baldwin's website at

Home of the World's Largest Brown Trout Sculpture Village Offices hours are Monday – Thursday, 8am – 4pm. Village Council meetings are the second Monday of the month at 6:00 PM, Planning Commission meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:00 PM and DDA meetings are the third Thursday of ...

01/03/2025

DATE CHANGE ... please note the new date of Troutarama 2025 and share with family, friends and colleagues who may be making travel plans to join the fun!

For updates, follow Baldwin Troutarama and https://troutarama.com/

12/06/2024

Tonight's the night! Santa is coming to town for a pre Christmas visit! Joun us Friday, December 6 for the parade, tree lighting, hot cocoa and more!

11/13/2024

While it may seem a bit early for this holiday classic ...

'You better watch out, you better not cry
Better not pout, I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town'

Truth is, you NEED to mark your calendar for Downtown Baldwin's Christmas Parade and festivities, featuring the bearded man himself!

Friday, December 6 at 5:30 pm.

See and share the attached flyer with family and friends, and if you are interested in being a Vendor or Sponsor, please reach out to the number listed as soon as possible.

Hope Baldwin Community Schools, the entire Baldwin Michigan Community Group, and visiting friends can join us!