ABOUT KALKASKA:
Kalkaska County is 561 square miles of abundant natural resources with numerous recreational opportunities. There are over 80 inland lakes and 275 miles of streams and rivers, with numerous state and county parks in which to get close to the natural beauty that surrounds you in Kalkaska. The county averages 126 inches of snow each year, perfect for winter weather enthusiasts.
There are many family oriented organized events held in Kalkaska County, such as
- National Trout Festival
- Winter-Fest
- County Fair
- Blue Grass Festival
- Strawberry Social
- Christmas in Kalkaska
Kalkaska has a sports complex, "The Kaliseum" which has an indoor pool and an indoor skating rink. Other amenities include ball fields and the horse barns built by the very active equestrian clubs. Snowmobile, motocross and horseback riding enthusiasts will find numerous marked trails that wind their way through the county.
Online, No-wait Secretary of State Makes Its Debut
Michigan Secretary of State Ruth Johnson unveiled ExpressSOS.com, the newly expanded online destination for Secretary of State services on Oct. 19. For Michigan residents, some of the department’s most popular services are now just a click away:
§ Renew or replace standard driver’s license or ID card
§ Renew license plates/tabs
§ Submit a change of address
§ Obtain a replacement vehicle title or registration
The site also allows residents to print valid Secretary of State documents right from the Web, such as vehicle registrations and temporary operator’s permits. Wait times and lines in branch offices are expected to be shorter as more and more people utilize the online services. Check out the expanded menu of online Secretary of State services at www.ExpressSOS.com.
The Village Connector
Did you know that you can take a bus on a set schedule from these villages and many places in between: Kalkaska, Traverse City, Empire, Northport, Kingsley, Frankfort and Buckley? Check out this schedule to learn more about how you can get around this region without depending on your car!
