Wednesday, August 29, 2007
More Fenton Tornado Aftermath Pictures from Photographer Art Parnell
These photos are being shared with permission from the photographer. Copyright © 2007, Art Parnell. All rights reserved. Labels: City of Fenton, Tragedy
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Base Reflectivity (R) at 5:53 p.m. EDT on August 24, 2007 - When the Tornado Hit
Base Reflectivity (R) at 553 p.m. EDT, as the Livingston/Genesee/Oakland Tornado hit Fenton. Image provided by the National Weather Service and can be found here.Click picture to enlarge.
Labels: City of Fenton, Tragedy
Storm/Tornado Destruction Path - Fenton, MI
Mostly rated low-high EF2 ratings, the picture here indicated the intensity, magnitude, direction and destruction path of the tornado that hit Fenton, Michigan on August 24th, 2007. This picture was produced by the National Weather Service and can be found here.Click picture to enlarge.
"The City of Fenton sustained the greatest amount of damage where the tornado path widened to approximately one-quarter mile – including the snapping and uprooting of hundreds of trees, de-roofing of both residential and municipal structures, and the partial collapse of a large retail structure near the intersection of Owen Road and U.S. 23."
Labels: City of Fenton, Tragedy
Fenton Tornado Pictures by Art Parnell
These photos are being shared with permission from the photographer. Copyright © 2007, Art Parnell. All rights reserved.
Labels: City of Fenton, Tragedy
Monday, August 27, 2007
Fenton Tornado: Special "Streets of Fenton" Video Tour - Dibbleville Tornado
This is the first footage we took right after the storm and tornadoes blew through town. Many of the downed power lines were already being sectioned off and traffic being re-routed, however we somehow managed to work our way northbound through Dibbleville into downtown Fenton, Michigan. We started to catch quick video clips here and there when the magnitude of the devastation started to become apparent.
This two minute and ten second video is a clip montage of the first part of the aftermath of the Fenton tornadoes of 2007. This footage was taken roughly after 6:00 p.m. on the evening of August 24, 2007.
This two minute and ten second video is a clip montage of the first part of the aftermath of the Fenton tornadoes of 2007. This footage was taken roughly after 6:00 p.m. on the evening of August 24, 2007.
Labels: City of Fenton, Fenton Video Tour, Streets of Fenton, Tragedy, video
Fenton Tornado: Special "Streets of Fenton" Video Tour - South Adelaide
Work crews continue clean up effort in Fenton, Michigan today after a tornado ripped through parts of town the evening of August 24, 2007. In this special edition of the "Streets of Fenton" video tour, we are showing footage of South Adelaide on the day after the tornado. We start up around the Fenton Intermediary School (FIS) and continue south through the corner where the French Laundry and Rockwell are, then almost up to High Street.
We also wanted to share with you some photos by Art Parnell that we found posted at another web site.
Here is the video (click pic a couple times to get video started):
We also wanted to share with you some photos by Art Parnell that we found posted at another web site.
Here is the video (click pic a couple times to get video started):
Labels: City of Fenton, Fenton Video Tour, Streets of Fenton, Tragedy, video
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Fenton Tornado: Special "Streets of Fenton" Video Tour - South Leroy
This is a special edition of the "Streets of Fenton" video tour. Thank goodness we've heard no reports of major injuries when the tornado struck in Fenton, MI on August 24, 2007. This is footage on the 25th on South Leroy Street showing the property damage near the City Hall, Police Station, Gazebo, Community Center, A.J. Phillips Fenton Museum and Dibbleville. The video has not been slowed down. This is the actual pace of traffic going through this part of town.
click the picture a couple of times to get the video started.
click the picture a couple of times to get the video started.
Labels: City of Fenton, Fenton Video Tour, Streets of Fenton, Tragedy, video
Fox 2 News Coverage of Fenton Tornado
Labels: City of Fenton, Fenton Video Tour, Tragedy, video
The Sounds of Chainsaws After Tornado Hits
On August 24th, 2007 the small town of Fenton, MI was pummelled by a tornado. Some residents near the north end of town kept power, however much of Fenton spent the first and most of the second nights in darkness. No major injuries have been reported thus far, which is amazing. Especially given the extensive property damage taken from falling trees and power lines. Here is some video footage of the damage:
Labels: City of Fenton, Fenton Video Tour, Tragedy, video
Friday, August 24, 2007
Seniors Enjoy Day on Lake Fenton, Compliments of the Fenton Area Rotary Club
Once a year the Fenton Area Rotarians invite local seniors from various senior housing facilities to enjoy a delightful day out on Lake Fenton. On August 6th of this year, the Fenton Rotary entertained hundreds of people with a live band, delicious food and tranquil tours around one of the premier lakes in the area.The gathering point and location of these festivities are near the north end of Lake Fenton at the Sailing Club. Tents and tables and chairs are set up to make this special day of entertainment as comfortable as possible.
Labels: Fenton Lakes, Fenton Rotary, Free Stuff
Thursday, August 23, 2007
The Rogue Blades at the Michigan Renaissance Festival
Throughout the fifteen acre village are a smattering of fun, interactive and hilarious plays. We wouldn't recommend bringing your children to the Dead Bob Show. But if you don't have your kiddies in tow, and you don't mind some adult oriented comedy, catch the Dead Bob show if you can. In the years that we have been going to the Renaissance Festival, this has been a standing room only show.
To give you a flavor of the atmosphere around these various plays and shows, we'd like to present a short, two minute video clip of The Rogue Blades. Click on the picture below a couple of times to get the video started. Enjoy!
To give you a flavor of the atmosphere around these various plays and shows, we'd like to present a short, two minute video clip of The Rogue Blades. Click on the picture below a couple of times to get the video started. Enjoy!
Labels: Fenton Festivals and Fun, video
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
2007 Michigan Renaissance Festival
It is that time of year. Time to teleport back to the 16th century with a short drive to Holly, Michigan. The Renaissance Festival is being held every weekend through the end of September. Grab a turkey leg, a tall glass of ale and enjoy the shows.The Michigan Renaissance Festival is located on Dixie Highway between Pontiac and Flint, not far from the Grand Blanc exit 106 off of I-75. Parking is FREE!
Ticket prices: $17.95 for adults, $8.95 for children 5-12 and you can bring children ages 4 and younger in for FREE! Discount tickets are available at Kroger's, Wendy's and ClicknPrint (we used to get ours at VG's and we're not sure why they may not be offering this service any longer. And of course, the Wendy's in Fenton closed down the beginning of this year).
Here is the official web site for the Michigan Renaissance Festival ... click here.
And they may offer discount tickets on their site as well.
The festival is bustling with activity all throughout the 15-acre village. 195 merchants can be found selling authentic renaissance period merchandise. Feel free to dress up in period clothing yourself as audience participation is encouraged.
If you've never been to the Renaissance Festival, it really is a once per year treat. Here's an excellent five minute video presentation we found posted at YouTube which really captures a glimpse of the experience. Enjoy!
Click the picture a couple of times to get the video to play.
Labels: Fenton Festivals and Fun, Fenton Video Tour, video
Monday, August 20, 2007
Virtual Video Tour "The Eats of Fenton" Burger Battle #05 -- Lucky's Steak House
Lucky's Steak House is located in the Silver Lake Parkway area of Fenton. They have some amazing, and quite filling, loaded cheese fries. The bread they bring to the table is absolutely wonderful. Their steaks may be a touch over-seasoned for some, but for most they are cooked to perfection.
Lucky's Steak House in Fenton, Michigan knows their way around a big, juicy steak but do they know burgers? You bet! This bacon burger with cheddar is mouth watering good. Served up with a pickle and steak fries, this is one heckova lunch meal. You could almost skip the loaf of bread for the table, but we wouldn't recommend it. Fenton is lucky to have a great burger like at Lucky's.
This is entry number five in the FentonSays.com Burger Battle. The featured video tour will give you a flavor for all of the good eats available to residents and visitors of Fenton, Michigan. If you don't agree with our assessment of the various meals to be featured, adding your comments and experiences to the bottom of these articles is greatly appreciated. Or head off to the FentonSays discussion forum and weigh in there.
Click the picture a couple of times to get the video playing.
Burger Battle Ranking (to date):
#1 ... MoDoggie's
#2 ... Lucky's Steak House
#3 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#4 ... The Penalty Box
#5 ... McDonald's
Lucky's Steak House in Fenton, Michigan knows their way around a big, juicy steak but do they know burgers? You bet! This bacon burger with cheddar is mouth watering good. Served up with a pickle and steak fries, this is one heckova lunch meal. You could almost skip the loaf of bread for the table, but we wouldn't recommend it. Fenton is lucky to have a great burger like at Lucky's.
This is entry number five in the FentonSays.com Burger Battle. The featured video tour will give you a flavor for all of the good eats available to residents and visitors of Fenton, Michigan. If you don't agree with our assessment of the various meals to be featured, adding your comments and experiences to the bottom of these articles is greatly appreciated. Or head off to the FentonSays discussion forum and weigh in there.
Click the picture a couple of times to get the video playing.
Burger Battle Ranking (to date):
#1 ... MoDoggie's
#2 ... Lucky's Steak House
#3 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#4 ... The Penalty Box
#5 ... McDonald's
Labels: Burger Battle, Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, video
Saturday, August 18, 2007
Fenton Cinema Movies & Show Times
Fenton Cinema(810)629-8900
Rush Hour 3 (PG-13)
(12:30), (2:30), (4:30), 6:30, 8:30, 10:40
The Bourne Ultimatum (PG-13)
(12:15), (2:45), (5:10), 7:45, 10:15
The Invasion
(11:35), (1:45), (3:55), 6:05, 8:15, 10:30
Becoming Jane (PG)
(5:45), 8:05, 10:25
Underdog (PG)
(11:50), (1:40), (3:30), (5:20), 7:15
Stardust (PG-13)
(11:30), (2:10), (4:50), 7:30, 10:10
The Simpsons Movie (PG-13)
9:10
The Last Legion (PG-13)
(11:40), (1:50), (4:00), 6:10, 8:20, 10:35
Superbad (R)
(12:40), (3:05), (5:30), 7:55, 10:20
Daddy Day Camp (PG)
(11:45), (1:55), (3:50)
Labels: movies
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Lake Fenton Public Boat Launch - Fenton Video Tour
Lake Fenton, one of the premier lakes in the Fenton, MI area is an all sports public lake. As such there is a public launch available to launch your boat. Found just off of Grove Park Road, the Lake Fenton pubic boat launch is a fairly convenient way for those who do not live on a lake to enjoy one of Michigan's finest natural resources.
Here is a video of the Lake Fenton pubic boat launch from the boaters' perspective:
Click the picture a couple of times to get the video started.
Labels: Fenton Lakes, Fenton Video Tour, video
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Fenton's 1937 Donkey Basketball Fund Raiser
The following is an excerpt from the book "The Village Players" republished with permission from the Fenton author, Robert G. Harris. If you would like to purchase the complete 307 paged book, with over 60 photos, you can find it at the Lil Professor Book Store in Fenton, Michigan. This book is a narrative history of the Village of Fenton, 1937-1941.
Note: Picture is not historical, is being displayed for illustrative purposes and is not directly connected to this excerpt.
Local Sports in 1937 Fenton
Guy Simmons, an employee of The Fenton Independent wrote a weekly column for both bowling and softball during their respective seasons. On one occasion, he wrote that “some (most)” of the women bowlers could beat the “gentlemen”. That seemed to be a bold statement for the 1930s, and he undoubtedly heard from many of the men who were bowling.
Womens bowling teams were formed in different ways, probably not much different than the men, except one never heard of men having matches with the “Married vs. Single”! The top women bowlers were: Miss Mary Asman, Virginia Hoskins, Mrs. Mabel Tamlyn, Mrs. Dorothy McBroom, Miss Alice Pasco, Mrs. Alice Butcher, Mrs. Dorothy Craft., Dorothy Long and Verna Hoskins.
On one occasion, some of the “boys” participated in a more physical activity to raise some money for the school athletic program. The businessmen from the “East side” of Leroy Street challenged their counterparts from the “West side” in a Donkey Basketball game to be held the high school gym.
The “boys” representing the West side were Hoyt Glaspie, George Tamlyn, Horace Hitchcock, Herb McKinley, Myron McGlynn, and M. Richmond. All were of early middle age and active businessmen in town. A younger group represented the East side: Bob Hunt, Bob Woodward, Bernard Webber, Francis Marshall, Harold Dode and Bob Beach. The teams mounted twelve Mexican burros and someone threw up a basketball and the game was on! To add to the excitement and entertainment young Charley Case wrestled a brown bear during the half-time intermission.
Labels: Fenton History, The Village Players 1937-1941
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Virtual Video Tour "The Eats of Fenton" Burger Battle #04 -- The Penalty Box
The Penalty Box on Owen Road in Fenton, Michigan is known for their great sports bar atmosphere, cold drinks, tasty food and Detroit Red Wings' memorabilia. They have some very nice burgers on the menu, too.
The most unique burger selection on the Penalty Box menu was their Blue Line Burger, so we went with this choice. Topped with crumbled blue cheese and crispy onion straws, this is one fine burger. Also weighing in at over one half pound, this burger didn't seem quite as big as the last Burger Battle entry from Sagebrush Cantina. It is still plenty tasty and plenty filling however, and their fries also deserve an honorable mention.
This is entry number four in the FentonSays.com Burger Battle. The featured video tour will give you a flavor for all of the good eats available to residents and visitors of Fenton, Michigan. If you don't agree with our assessment of the various meals to be featured, adding your comments and experiences to the bottom of these articles is greatly appreciated. Or head off to the FentonSays discussion forum and weigh in there.
Click on the picture a couple of times to get the video started.
Burger Battle Ranking (to date):
#1 ... MoDoggie's
#2 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#3 ... The Penalty Box
#4 ... McDonald's
The most unique burger selection on the Penalty Box menu was their Blue Line Burger, so we went with this choice. Topped with crumbled blue cheese and crispy onion straws, this is one fine burger. Also weighing in at over one half pound, this burger didn't seem quite as big as the last Burger Battle entry from Sagebrush Cantina. It is still plenty tasty and plenty filling however, and their fries also deserve an honorable mention.
This is entry number four in the FentonSays.com Burger Battle. The featured video tour will give you a flavor for all of the good eats available to residents and visitors of Fenton, Michigan. If you don't agree with our assessment of the various meals to be featured, adding your comments and experiences to the bottom of these articles is greatly appreciated. Or head off to the FentonSays discussion forum and weigh in there.
Click on the picture a couple of times to get the video started.
Burger Battle Ranking (to date):
#1 ... MoDoggie's
#2 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#3 ... The Penalty Box
#4 ... McDonald's
Labels: Burger Battle, Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, video
Monday, August 13, 2007
Pickell Gets The Point on Lake Fenton
Eagle's Point, as some have called it, is a peninsula on the south side of Lake Fenton. This area of the lake has been growing in popularity for people to tie up and enjoy all that Lake Fenton has to offer since the breaking up of "Pig Beach" on the north end of the lake. Genesee County Sheriff Robert J. Pickell and his crew have been patrolling the area this summer to help ensure boater safety and compliance with the local laws and ordinances. FentonSays.com made mention of the law enforcement coverage of Eagle's Point over the 4th of July. We appreciate the comments of our readership base.
And now for your viewing pleasure, video footage of Eagle's Point on Lake Fenton:
Click the picture above a couple of times to get the video started.
Labels: Fenton Lakes, Fenton Video Tour, video
Sunday, August 12, 2007
Major Construction Underway at St. John's in Fenton
A $3.8 million project is well underway at St. John the Evangelist Parish in Fenton, Michigan. This is Phase 2 of the G.I.F.T. campaign. The following video presentation featuring Father David Harvey explains the need for the expansion project.
From YouTube subscriber, spartanbando, about this project, "The informational video for the GIFT II (Growing In Faith Together) campaign of St. John the Evangelist, Fenton, MI. We hope you enjoy learning more about our GIFT II campaign, and ask that you prayerfully consider the call to stewardship for your parish community. The gift of your treasure is needed and will benefit this and future generations of the faithful in Fenton."
Click the picture a couple of times to get the video started.
From YouTube subscriber, spartanbando, about this project, "The informational video for the GIFT II (Growing In Faith Together) campaign of St. John the Evangelist, Fenton, MI. We hope you enjoy learning more about our GIFT II campaign, and ask that you prayerfully consider the call to stewardship for your parish community. The gift of your treasure is needed and will benefit this and future generations of the faithful in Fenton."
Click the picture a couple of times to get the video started.
Labels: Fenton Area Churches, Fenton Video Tour, video
Saturday, August 11, 2007
Taste of Fenton 2007 - Menus!!
Just in the nick of time, you can click here to download a PDF file with all of the restaurants' Taste of Fenton menus. You can even print this off and take it with you to use as a check-off list.Still undecided if you are going to go to the event today? Read through this menu and try to not have your mouth start watering. Then decide to go. Trying to figure out how best to allocate your taste tickets? This is exactly what you will need to weigh the pros and cons of selecting different food menu alternatives.
And folks, it looks like we are going to have great weather for today's festivities ... so don't let the "Rain or Shine" statement make you worry in the least.
Labels: Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Festivals and Fun
Fenton Cinema Movies & Show Times
Fenton Cinema(810)629-8900
Rush Hour 3 (PG-13)
(12:30), (2:30), (4:30), 6:30, 8:30, 10:30
The Bourne Ultimatum (PG-13)
(12:15), (2:45), (5:10), 7:45, 10:15
Hairspray (PG)
(1:45), 7:05
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (PG-13)
(11:00), (4:15), 9:30
Underdog (PG)
(11:25), (1:25), (3:25), (5:20), 7:15, 9:10
Stardust (PG-13)
(11:30), (2:10), (4:50), 7:30, 10:10
The Simpsons Movie (PG-13)
(11:10), (1:10), (3:05), (5:00), 6:55, 8:55, 10:45
Hot Rod (PG-13)
(4:05), 8:20, 10:20
BRATZ (PG)
(11:15), (1:35), 6:00
Daddy Day Camp (PG)
(11:55), (1:55), (3:55), (5:55), 7:55, 9:55
Labels: movies
Friday, August 10, 2007
Virtual Video Tour "The Eats of Fenton" Burger Battle #03 -- Sagebrush Cantina
Where is a good place to go and get a big tasty burger? At a mexican restaurant, of course! More widely known for their giant, three pound "Super Burritos" and complimentary tortilla chips with flavorful salsa, Sagebrush Cantina on Fenton Road in Fenton, Michigan serves up one mean burger.
The avacado burger was the most unique selection on the menu, and weighing in at over one half pound, this burger is sure to please a hearty appetite ... especially if there was a refill or two on the tortilla chips and salsa. And for a mexican restaurant, they sure do know their way around a crispy french fry! Hamburguesa buena!
This is entry number three in the FentonSays.com Burger Battle. The featured video tour will give you a flavor for all of the good eats available to residents and visitors of Fenton, Michigan. If you don't agree with our assessment of the various meals to be featured, adding your comments and experiences to the bottom of these articles is greatly appreciated. Or head off to the FentonSays discussion forum and weigh in there.
Click the picture a couple of times to get the video started.
Burger Battle Ranking (to date):
#1 ... MoDoggie's
#2 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#3 ... McDonald's
The avacado burger was the most unique selection on the menu, and weighing in at over one half pound, this burger is sure to please a hearty appetite ... especially if there was a refill or two on the tortilla chips and salsa. And for a mexican restaurant, they sure do know their way around a crispy french fry! Hamburguesa buena!
This is entry number three in the FentonSays.com Burger Battle. The featured video tour will give you a flavor for all of the good eats available to residents and visitors of Fenton, Michigan. If you don't agree with our assessment of the various meals to be featured, adding your comments and experiences to the bottom of these articles is greatly appreciated. Or head off to the FentonSays discussion forum and weigh in there.
Click the picture a couple of times to get the video started.
Burger Battle Ranking (to date):
#1 ... MoDoggie's
#2 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#3 ... McDonald's
Labels: Burger Battle, Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, video
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
Taste of Fenton 2007 Quick View
Downtown Fenton, on N. Leroy Street between Silver Lake Road and River Street
This Saturday
August 11, 2007
3:00PM - 9:00PM
Cost: $12 for 10 tastes in advance, $16 at the door
Information: Buy tickets online, www.fentonchamber.com, VG's Food Center or at the Fenton Regional Chamber of Commerce office
On the menu:
Beale St. Smokehouse BBQ
Buffalo Wild Wings
Dale's Cheesecake Shoppe
Fenton Hotel Tavern & Grille
Historic Holly Hotel
Jet's Pizza
Legends Sports Cafe
Salerno's Fine Catering
The Coffee Beanery
The French Laundry
Up North Grill
VG's Bakery
VG's Deli
Village Pizza
This Saturday
August 11, 2007
3:00PM - 9:00PM
Cost: $12 for 10 tastes in advance, $16 at the door
Information: Buy tickets online, www.fentonchamber.com, VG's Food Center or at the Fenton Regional Chamber of Commerce office
On the menu:
Beale St. Smokehouse BBQ
Buffalo Wild Wings
Dale's Cheesecake Shoppe
Fenton Hotel Tavern & Grille
Historic Holly Hotel
Jet's Pizza
Legends Sports Cafe
Salerno's Fine Catering
The Coffee Beanery
The French Laundry
Up North Grill
VG's Bakery
VG's Deli
Village Pizza
Labels: Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Festivals and Fun
Monday, August 06, 2007
Virtual Video Tour "The Eats of Fenton" Burger Battle #02 -- McDonald's
Fenton, like most other towns in America, has a McDonalds. Actually, Fenton has at least three McDonald's stores that come to mind in the Fenton area. Did we really believe that McDonald's could topple the current Burger Battle champion, MoDoggie's Bar & Grill? Nope. But we do think they have a good value proposition going with the $1.00 double cheeseburger.
The other reason we wanted to feature McDonald's early in the Burger Battle is as a point of reference. Nearly everyone has at least seen, if not eaten, one of Ronald's double cheeseburgers. When you see the double cheeseburger in my hand, and then you see other Burger Battle videos, it'll give you a better idea as to the size and quality of the other entrants into FentonSays.com's Fenton Burger Battle.
So sit back, relax and enjoy a virtual snack on FentonSays.com.
Click the picture a couple of times to get the video playing.
The other reason we wanted to feature McDonald's early in the Burger Battle is as a point of reference. Nearly everyone has at least seen, if not eaten, one of Ronald's double cheeseburgers. When you see the double cheeseburger in my hand, and then you see other Burger Battle videos, it'll give you a better idea as to the size and quality of the other entrants into FentonSays.com's Fenton Burger Battle.
So sit back, relax and enjoy a virtual snack on FentonSays.com.
Click the picture a couple of times to get the video playing.
Labels: Burger Battle, Eats of Fenton, Fenton Video Tour, video
Saturday, August 04, 2007
Water Reduction Request from Fenton
[This water usage update and request was provided by the City of Fenton]
The City of Fenton Water Plant is operating at or above maximum capacity due to the hot, dry weather conditions and equipment maintenance. We are asking residents to reduce their use of water, from the city water supply system, for irrigation and other outdoor uses, between the hours of 6:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M., until this situation improves. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and will notify residents when normal operations may resume.
The City of Fenton Water Plant is operating at or above maximum capacity due to the hot, dry weather conditions and equipment maintenance. We are asking residents to reduce their use of water, from the city water supply system, for irrigation and other outdoor uses, between the hours of 6:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M., until this situation improves. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and will notify residents when normal operations may resume.
Labels: City of Fenton
Fenton Cinema Movies and Show Times
Fenton Cinema - (810)629-8900The Bourne Ultimatum (PG-13)
(12:15), (2:45), (5:10), 7:45, 10:10
Hairspray (PG)
(11:45), (2:35), (5:15), 7:55, 10:20
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (PG-13)
(11:00), (1:50), (4:40), 7:30, 10:15
I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry (PG-13)
8:15, 10:40
Underdog (PG)
(11:30), (1:25), (3:25), (5:20), 7:15, 9:10
The Simpsons Movie (PG-13)
(11:10), (1:10), (3:05), (5:00), 6:55, 8:55, 10:45
No Reservations (PG)
(11:15), (1:30), (3:45), 6:00
Hot Rod (PG-13)
(12:05), (2:05), (4:05), 6:05, 8:05, 10:05
BRATZ (PG)
(11:55), (2:25), (4:45), 7:05, 9:25
Labels: movies
Friday, August 03, 2007
Virtual Video Tour "The Eats of Fenton" Burger Battle #01 -- MoDoggie's Bar & Grill
This is entry number one in the FentonSays.com Burger Battle, and also the first segment in the series "The Eats of Fenton." The featured video tour will give you a flavor for all of the good eats available to residents and visitors of Fenton, Michigan. If you don't agree with our assessment of the various meals to be featured, adding your comments and experiences to the bottom of these articles is greatly appreciated. Or head off to the FentonSays discussion forum and weigh in there.Yes, I was surprised, too. MoDoggies has some awesome food! I always knew their beers were cold and refreshing, and their live bands are super rockin' ... but I totally underestimated the quality of their eats. We selected the MoDoggie's burger because we know this is the one to beat. That's not to say that we may not discover a superior burger in Fenton as we continue on with the FentonSays.com Burger Battle. It could happen. But we wanted to start the series with a very strong entrant.
MoDoggie's has daily $5.00 lunch specials, which occasionally do include their "killer burgers" or even the close cousin, the patty melt. Their burger has a solid texture and a grilled or smokey taste. The buns are fresh and of premium quality. And the french fries ... wow! We'll focus on the burgers, but the fries do deserve an honorable mention. But even if not on special, you are still looking at the $5.00-$7.00 range for a good quality burger.
Click picture above a couple of times to get the video playing
Labels: Burger Battle, Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, video
Thursday, August 02, 2007
MoDoggie's Charity Fund Raiser, Car Show and Bikini Car Wash on August 12th
Sunday, August 12, 2007
1:00 PM until 6:00 PM
MoDoggie's Bar & Grill in
Fenton, Michigan
Event profits to benefit
Parkinson's Research!!
$0.75 Hot Dogs!
$0.75 Sodas!
$1.00 Beers!
Labels: Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Car Shows, Fenton Charity Work
Good Morning Fenton - Good Morning America
Yesterday morning a crowd gathered in front of The State Bank in downtown Fenton, Michigan. No, this wasn't a rally to protest against the high water rates and the brown lawns. Instead it was the second year that Fenton has had the opportunity to say, "Join us for the Taste of Fenton. Good morning, America!"That's right! During the week of August 6, 2007 the segment will run locally on "Good Morning America." What a great way to promote The Taste of Fenton coming up just around the corner.
WJRT (Channel 12) was on location at the State Bank at 9:30 AM on August 1st to film this segment. A roving ace reporter from FentonSays.com just so happened to be driving by. Thanks for the photo!
Good Morning Fenton, Michigan!! Good Morning America!!
Labels: City of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Festivals and Fun
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Peek Inside Cheryl's Flora Cafe in Downtown Fenton, Michigan
You've seen the store on the corner of Leroy and Silver Lake Road and often wondered what's inside. You know the one - with the hand painted flowers brightening up the previously stark white pillars of the closed down gas station. Don't be shy, you can take a two minute peak in this FentonSays.com video.
See the delightful flowers and enchanting gifts. Imagine the aroma of a hot cup of gano coffee. It's ok to stop and smell the flowers in Fenton, Michigan. They have many enchanting gift items at what we thought to be extremely reasonable prices. In addition to the flowers and gifts, they do indeed have a selection of greeting cards. And it is the only place we know about to get gano coffee in the local area. Don't know what gano coffee is? We didn't either. But Cheryl would love to tell you all about it.
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See the delightful flowers and enchanting gifts. Imagine the aroma of a hot cup of gano coffee. It's ok to stop and smell the flowers in Fenton, Michigan. They have many enchanting gift items at what we thought to be extremely reasonable prices. In addition to the flowers and gifts, they do indeed have a selection of greeting cards. And it is the only place we know about to get gano coffee in the local area. Don't know what gano coffee is? We didn't either. But Cheryl would love to tell you all about it.
Click the picture a couple times to get the video started
Labels: Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, video
