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Good morning Ledgers! Thanksgiving is over. Shopping season has begun. While we’re out trying to accomplish everything all at once, between Christmas parties, shopping, maintaining the house with kids bouncing off the walls, and we still have to go to work, remember the reason for the season. Good cheer and harmony, and be thankful for the many blessing we wake up to each and every day.

🤔 Dad Joke Time!

Why did the invisible man turn down the job offer?

(Keep scrolling for the punchline!)

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We found a little storefront on the south side of Bridge Street—sandwiched between the Sun Theatre and Fortino’s—that’s hiding a huge secret.

It looks like a cute, quiet shop, but step inside, and you’ll find a business that went from selling just ten simple dip mixes at farmer markets to creating and shipping over 150 varieties of handcrafted soups and dips nationwide.

And the man working the counter? He’s absolutely bursting with pride about the operation happening in the back. But despite this amazing success, there’s a slight snag... We have to confess: we reviewed this incredible little company right after the owner unsubscribed from our newsletter.

Did a petty grudge affect our rating? Did we buy the Strawberry Cheesecake Gummy Bears? And why did we still give it 4.9 Stars?

Find out the full, salty, and honest story of this massive culinary operation hidden in plain sight.

👉 Read the Full Review and Discover Pam’s Pantry’s Secret Sauce Here

With up to 10" of snow in the forecast, would anyone brave the cold for Small Business Saturday?

Turns out, absolutely YES!

I hit Bridge Street to see how our local shops were doing, and the difference between Friday and Saturday was wild. Some stores went from ghost-town quiet to packed-to-the-rafters in 24 hours. The Collective and About The Home were practically bursting at the seams!

But not every shop had the same experience. I talked to owners across downtown to get the real story – who crushed it, who struggled, and what secrets the successful shops are using to pack their stores.

[Read the full article here] to find out which shops had their best Small Business Saturday yet, and why supporting local is more important than ever this holiday season.

Spoiler: The shopping season is just getting started, and our downtown shops need YOU!.

Get ready to light up your holiday season! The Annual Night Lights Christmas Parade, brought to you by the Grand Ledge Chamber of Commerce, is returning to transform Downtown Grand Ledge into a spectacle of sound and light. This event is public and welcoming to everyone, whether you're joining us from down the street or from out of town!

Imagine a chilly winter night, packed with excitement as the parade makes its way through the heart of Grand Ledge. It's a true feast for the eyes, full of dazzling lights and festive music!

The magic begins at the Grand Ledge Fire Department (500 North Clinton Street) and rolls straight down Bridge Street to Scott Street.

Make a whole evening of it! The Chamber has lined up activities to keep the spirit bright:

Come on out and celebrate the season with your friends, family, and neighbors. See you downtown! 🎅

Would you like me to find the exact date for the 2025 parade once it's announced?

Joke Punchline:

A: He couldn't see himself doing it. 🌾😆

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