Ed & Haley - Lapeer Area Sports and Entertainment Rink

The Lapeer Area Sports and Entertainment Rink, formerly known as the Lapeer Skating Center, has a rich history dating back to its construction in 1972... The Lapeer Area Sports and Entertainment Rink, formerly known as the Lapeer Skating Center, has a rich history dating back to its construction in 1972 by Mr. and Mrs. Healey. Over the decades, this venue has become a cherished staple of the community, especially for those who grew up enjoying the thrill of skating, laughter, and the friendships formed on the rink floor. It has long been a gathering place for families, friends, and school groups, hosting countless events and creating memories that have endured through generations.

Half-Off Customer Appreciation Month in Lapeer

Half-Off Customer Appreciation Month in Lapeer Three of Lapeer's favorite spots—Woodchips BBQ, Kooky’s N Cream, and Lightning Rounds—are kicking off the new year with a Customer Appreciation Month! This January, enjoy HALF OFF food orders on select days. From residents of Lapeer County to Davison and Genesee County, there's a day for everyone to join in the celebration.

Introducing Lapeers Best: Your Ultimate Local Guide

Welcome to Lapeers Best, an innovative app designed to be your go-to resource for everything Lapeer has to offer. Welcome to Lapeers Best, an innovative app designed to be your go-to resource for everything Lapeer has to offer. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, Lapeers Best provides comprehensive information on dining, shopping, services, events, attractions, recreation, job listings, and exclusive coupons.

How to Foster a Thriving Local Community: 10 Proven Tips

How to Foster a Thriving Local Community: 10 Proven Tips Introduction

Mary & Meredith - Family Literacy Center

“I started in 2007 as a volunteer. I was teaching seventh and eighth grade English when we moved here for my husband's job. I didn’t have a job at the time, so I called the Literacy Center and asked if they were hiring. They weren’t, but had volunteer work and I needed something to do, so I worked in the office for a little bit and then started as a tutor at the GST Michigan Works office that we have in Lapeer. Over time I worked in a bunch of different areas, and eventually became the Assistant Executive Director.

Jessica - Kooky's N Cream

“When I was 20 years old, I had a cup of vanilla ice cream with peanut butter cookies in it. As I was eating, I thought, ‘Why hasn't anyone done anything fun with cookies and cream?’ It’s always just Oreos and vanilla ice cream, but there are SO many other kinds of cookies and flavors of ice cream that could work. And what if there was a ridiculously high proportion of cookies to ice cream, like a 50/50 mix? So, I went around the universe for 15 years – no joke – saying ‘Why hasn’t anybody done this before?’

Don & Ulyana Wingard - The Doghouse Coffee

“We met in Virginia. I owned a coffee company there and my wife owned a brewery. I tried to get her to buy my coffee to make her stout beer, and long story short, she ended up with both my coffee and me.