Sunday, March 02, 2008
Uncle Ray's Dairyland in Fenton Has Ice Cream Before Spring!!
Anyone who has been to Fenton, Michigan knows that the premier family destination is Uncle Ray's Dairyland. It's a micro-creamery chock full of tasty homemade ice cream treats. Uncle Ray's recently put some major funding into an outdoor renovation that'll extend Fentonite's outdoor ice cream eating season by a couple of months. Uncle Ray's Dairyland reopened on Valentine's Day, probably because people love it so much.Click the play button twice slowly in the picture above to start the video
Labels: Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Festivals and Fun, Fenton Video Tour, video
Monday, February 25, 2008
Video of Motorcycle Ice Racing on Lake Fenton
Friday, February 15, 2008
Fenton High Security Guard, Max, Busts A Move!
A Security Guard at Fenton High School, Max, takes a handful of seconds to amaze and impress the students at the Hip Hop Club Holiday Party. Max' magnificent moves are memorialized in the following movie.
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Click above pic twice slowly to start the video.
Labels: Fenton Area Schools, Fenton Holidays, Fenton Video Tour, video
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
What is Extreme Athletic Training?
Extreme Athletic training is about closing the gap between average results and extraordinary results. Developing and building a body that is not only aesthetic but extremely athletic as well.
I am sure some of you reading this are saying “I don’t care about being functional or being able to leap over tall buildings in a single bound”. But what if I were to tell you there is a training tool that would give you the “look” you want but also give you a body that is performance charged – strong, energetic, flexible and athletic – without any extra time/stuff added? Actually, it would reduce the time you spend in the gym and trust me on this one – there is a unique confidence that comes with having a physique that not only looks good but is capable.
Interested? I was and that is exactly the reason I started Kettlebell training. I have been involved in the martial arts and various athletics for 22 years. I have always been on the look out for something that would make me punch/kick harder, last longer and be more athletic. Kettlebells provided the answer.
Extreme Athletic training is about closing the gap between average results and extraordinary results. Developing and building a body that is not only aesthetic but extremely athletic as well.
The exercises you do with a Kettlebell are full body movements and thus provide all around conditioning. That is why you spend less time in the gym. You can work your entire body with k-bell exercises in 20-40 min or you can spend hours in the gym trying to work each individual muscle group in isolation. Furthermore, think about it, in what real world situation or athletic activity do your individual muscle groups work in isolation?
In addition to shortening your time in the gym and requiring your body to work as a unit, Kettlebell exercises also require you to balance yourself without the assistance of typical gym machines that do it for you. The benefit – your body becomes “intelligent/connected” and more resistant to injury.
Still not sold? Okay, full body exercises have been shown over and over to burn more fat and build more muscle than any isolation movement in existence. So again, you can have the body you want and have the performance enhancement as a nice benefit in the background.
I look forward to training with you!!
All the best,
Ken Blackburn
American Kettlebell Club Coach
Labels: Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Area Sports, Fenton Video Tour, video
Monday, January 07, 2008
Virtual Drive West on Shiawassee and Owen Road until Silver Lake Parkway in Fenton, Michigan During the Winter
Part Eight of "Streets of Fenton" video tour. Head west on Shiawassee Avenue, which turns into Owen Road, up to Silver Lake Parkway in Fenton, MI on January 5, 2008. Snow coats the buildings, trees and ground around Fenton Freedom Park, the Penalty Box, the auto dealerships, fast food alley and the Fenton High School facilities. The snow is melting today as temperatures climb above freezing.
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This is Part Eight of the "Streets of Fenton" video tour available exclusively on FentonSays.com. The previous six segments include:
7 West on Shiawassee and Owen
6 East on Silver Lake Road
5 West on North Road and North on Torrey
4 North on Silver Lake Parkway
3 North on Adelaide West on Silver Lake Road
2 West on Shiawassee
1 South on Leroy Street
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This is Part Eight of the "Streets of Fenton" video tour available exclusively on FentonSays.com. The previous six segments include:
7 West on Shiawassee and Owen
6 East on Silver Lake Road
5 West on North Road and North on Torrey
4 North on Silver Lake Parkway
3 North on Adelaide West on Silver Lake Road
2 West on Shiawassee
1 South on Leroy Street
Labels: City of Fenton, Fenton Video Tour, Streets of Fenton, video
Sunday, January 06, 2008
Virtual Drive North on Leroy Street from Dibbleville to the North Road Split in Fenton, Michigan During the Winter
Part Seven of "Streets of Fenton" video tour. Head north on Leroy Street from Dibbleville to the North Road split in Fenton, MI on January 3, 2008 when the temperatures were near zero degrees. This footage was taken well after the tornado that struck Fenton in August of 2007. Notice the missing trees. Enjoy the beauty of a Michigan winter with all the bright white snow.
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This is Part Seven of the "Streets of Fenton" video tour available exclusively on FentonSays.com. The previous six segments include:
6 East on Silver Lake Road
5 West on North Road and North on Torrey
4 North on Silver Lake Parkway
3 North on Adelaide West on Silver Lake Road
2 West on Shiawassee
1 South on Leroy Street
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This is Part Seven of the "Streets of Fenton" video tour available exclusively on FentonSays.com. The previous six segments include:
6 East on Silver Lake Road
5 West on North Road and North on Torrey
4 North on Silver Lake Parkway
3 North on Adelaide West on Silver Lake Road
2 West on Shiawassee
1 South on Leroy Street
Labels: City of Fenton, Fenton Video Tour, Streets of Fenton, video
Friday, January 04, 2008
Virtual Video Tour "The Eats of Fenton" Burger Battle #12 -- TeeBone'Z
This is the twelfth entry into the Burger Battle on FentonSays.com as part of the "Eats of Fenton" video series. TeeBone'z is just over the railroad tracks off of Silver Lake Road in Fenton, Michigan. We've generally not been thrilled with the service here, but on this day the service was perfect. And the burger, well, the burger was absolutely amazing! One half pounder stacked with great toppings, and for a couple of bucks more you can get it with a side of onion rings. In our experience, it is hard to find perfect onion rings. TeeBone'Z had them! Perfect, golden, crispy onion rings where the onion doesn't pull out and slap you on the lip when you bite into them. We featured their half pound burger, but we also have a quick clip of their version of a "slider." It was all good. You'll enjoy this!
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Burger Battle Ranking (to date):
#1 ... MoDoggie's
#2 ... Legend's
#3 ... TeeBone'Z
#4 ... O'Dooley's
#5 ... Great Lakes Family Restaurant
#6 ... Lucky's Steak House
#7 ... Beal Street
#8 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#9 ... The Penalty Box
#10 ... Applebee's
#11 ... Burger King
#12 ... McDonald's
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Burger Battle Ranking (to date):
#1 ... MoDoggie's
#2 ... Legend's
#3 ... TeeBone'Z
#4 ... O'Dooley's
#5 ... Great Lakes Family Restaurant
#6 ... Lucky's Steak House
#7 ... Beal Street
#8 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#9 ... The Penalty Box
#10 ... Applebee's
#11 ... Burger King
#12 ... McDonald's
Labels: Burger Battle, Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, video
Thursday, January 03, 2008
Fenton is a Winter Wonderland
Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow! Fenton, Michigan is now covered in a fresh blanket of that white powdery substance called snow. The last couple of days has been the second snow dump session of the season. We're guessing Mt. Holly and Mt. Brighton are loving this.The first big snow of the season was on December 16, 2007. The Fenton area got nearly a foot of snow! Schools were obviously closed.
In this article, FentonSays also presents a video from the Flint Journal, documenting the December snow season and all of the fun us Michiganders are able to enjoy this time of year. Today is a good day to huddle up inside, watch this video presentation and perhaps even dig back through the FentonSays archives (links in the left column) to reminisce a little.
Snow ball fights, building snow forts, skiing, sledding, tobogganing, making snow angels ... whatever your favorite winter activity, be safe out there!!
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Labels: Fenton Video Tour, video
Wednesday, January 02, 2008
Reverend Right Time at MoDoggies in Fenton
E-Side Eric putting it down on the Tenor Sax with Rev. Right Time at Mo Doggies in Fenton, MI.
Labels: Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, video
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Fenton Tigers Basketball
Here we go Tigers! Here we go! With the football season behind us, winter sports like basketball take center stage. This Fenton video content was submitted to YouTube in March of 2007, so FentonSays is assuming that this is from last year's season. Regardless, we appreciate the Fenton oriented content. If you have other Fenton featured films, pictures and videos that you would like to share with our community ... let us know!
In the meantime, imagine sitting on the hard wood of the bleacher seats and feast your eyes on some nice footwork and point scoring. Go Tigers!!
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In the meantime, imagine sitting on the hard wood of the bleacher seats and feast your eyes on some nice footwork and point scoring. Go Tigers!!
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Labels: Fenton Area Schools, Fenton Area Sports, Fenton Video Tour, video
Monday, December 10, 2007
FentonSays Pizza Playoffs #04 - Legend's
If you haven't already experienced a Legend's pizza, give them a try next Tuesday. Then you'll get half off of a two item, large traditional crust pizza. A tremendous value and a great tasting pizza on Tuesdays, no doubt about it.
Check out the other Pizza Playoffs in the "Eats of Fenton" video series.
This is the forth entry into the FentonSays.com Pizza Playoffs. Legend's Tavern & Pizzeria, located not far east off the Thompson Rd exit of US-23 has a real contender with their hand tossed pizza pie.
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.
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Check out the other Pizza Playoffs in the "Eats of Fenton" video series.
This is the forth entry into the FentonSays.com Pizza Playoffs. Legend's Tavern & Pizzeria, located not far east off the Thompson Rd exit of US-23 has a real contender with their hand tossed pizza pie.
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.
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Labels: Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, Pizza Playoffs, video
Thursday, December 06, 2007
Jinglefest 2007 Santa Paws by Animal Health Clinic of Fenton, Michigan
Every year at the annual Jinglefest winter celebration, the Animal Health Clinic of Fenton, Michigan hosts the "Santa Paws" event. Festival goers can bring their pets in for a photo with Santa! It's fun for the whole family, including the furry or feathered members.
Animal Health Clinic is located at 1517 N. Leroy (Fenton Rd.) and can be contacted by calling the phone number 810.629.9882.
Are your pets on Santa Paws' Naughty List or Nice List?
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Animal Health Clinic is located at 1517 N. Leroy (Fenton Rd.) and can be contacted by calling the phone number 810.629.9882.
Are your pets on Santa Paws' Naughty List or Nice List?
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Labels: Fenton Community Center, Fenton Festivals and Fun, Fenton Video Tour, video
Monday, December 03, 2007
Jinglefest 2007 - The Ice Scuplture Video
Jinglefest is the annual winter festival focussed on the Dibbleville area of Fenton, Michigan. Many Christmas activities were conducted through this festive past weekend. This footage from FentonSays.com highlights the ice sculptures of the generous sponsors who help finance the annual Jinglefest.
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Click the picture a couple of times to get the video started.
Labels: Fenton Festivals and Fun, Fenton Holidays, Fenton Video Tour, video
Friday, November 30, 2007
FentonSays Pizza Playoffs #03 - Little Caesars
Little Caesars can be found at 1437 N Leroy Street in Fenton. Their unique value proposition to the fast food world of pizza sales is their "Hot N Ready" pizza deal. In Fenton (prices advertised on TV for other locations are slightly higher), for $5 plus tax, you can walk out of their store with a steaming hot, large pepperoni and cheese pizza pie! And for five bucks, this is a great pizza. For a few dollars more you can get a custom pizza from Little Caesars, or any of their competitors, really. But for $5, and a quick in-and-out trip, this is a great deal! Pick up yours today.
This is entry number three in the FentonSays.com Pizza Playoffs. 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.
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This is entry number three in the FentonSays.com Pizza Playoffs. 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.
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Labels: Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, Pizza Playoffs, video
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
FentonSays Pizza Playoffs #02 - Cottage Inn
Cottage Inn will be the one to beat considering both value and taste. Here we examine their traditional crust pizza, square deep dish crust pizza and Cottage Inn sticks. All three were delicious. If you live in or around the Fenton, Michigan area you are sure to love the delivery service from Cottage Inn.
This is entry number two in the FentonSays.com Pizza Playoffs. 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.
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This is entry number two in the FentonSays.com Pizza Playoffs. 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.
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Labels: Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, Pizza Playoffs, video
Friday, November 23, 2007
Virtual Video Tour "The Eats of Fenton" Burger Battle #11 -- O'Dooley's
O'Dolley's, formerly known as Bubba O'Dooley's, previously known as The Heritage, has one fine burger. Found at 1243 North Leroy Street in Fenton, Michigan this formerly breakfast diner turned Irish pub knows its way around a ground beef patty. We're not terribly impressed with the value of many of the food items on this menu, however you won't go wrong with their cheeseburgers and fries.
This is entry number eleven 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.
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Burger Battle Ranking (to date):
#1 ... MoDoggie's
#2 ... Legend's
#3 ... O'Dooley's
#4 ... Great Lakes Family Restaurant
#5 ... Lucky's Steak House
#6 ... Beal Street
#7 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#8 ... The Penalty Box
#9 ... Applebee's
#10 ... Burger King
#11 ... McDonald's
This is entry number eleven 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 ... Legend's
#3 ... O'Dooley's
#4 ... Great Lakes Family Restaurant
#5 ... Lucky's Steak House
#6 ... Beal Street
#7 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#8 ... The Penalty Box
#9 ... Applebee's
#10 ... Burger King
#11 ... McDonald's
Labels: Burger Battle, Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, video
Sunday, November 18, 2007
FentonSays Pizza Playoffs - Fenton House - Special Teams Stromboli
This is the first entry into the FentonSays.com Pizza Playoffs. We call this the "Special Teams" because it is the kick-off, and because we are featuring the stromboli (not really pizza) from the Fenton House. If there is any question, you can put them to rest ... this stromboli is folded pizza from heaven!
The bread/crust is warm and tender. A single stromboli really is enough for two people to eat, but it's more fun to have leftovers to take home for later. Only $7.95 plus tax and gratuity gets you this delicious stromboli with three fillings. The sauce is served cold, so we would recommend asking for it to be heated when ordering.
It is located in the Dibbleville area of Fenton at 413 South Leroy Street. We'll get back to their delicious pizza during the playoffs, but their stromboli is nothing short of amazing! They are presently rebuilding and remodeling the exterior, but they are certainly open for business. The exterior will look completely different than it does in our video. FentonSays says that you won't go wrong with taking a meal at the Fenton House.
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The bread/crust is warm and tender. A single stromboli really is enough for two people to eat, but it's more fun to have leftovers to take home for later. Only $7.95 plus tax and gratuity gets you this delicious stromboli with three fillings. The sauce is served cold, so we would recommend asking for it to be heated when ordering.
It is located in the Dibbleville area of Fenton at 413 South Leroy Street. We'll get back to their delicious pizza during the playoffs, but their stromboli is nothing short of amazing! They are presently rebuilding and remodeling the exterior, but they are certainly open for business. The exterior will look completely different than it does in our video. FentonSays says that you won't go wrong with taking a meal at the Fenton House.
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Labels: Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, Pizza Playoffs, video
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
What is going on with that lot across from FIS?
There once was a property in Fenton across the street from the Middle School. In my day there was a Rollerama roller skating rink that was immensely popular. In more recent years, Serendipity ran a successful flower and fruit and fresh produce market. Of course, Wash King was the local laundry mat in Fenton operating that entire time. Now it is just an empty space and parking lot frequented by skateboarders (at least someone is getting good use out of it).
This property across the street from what is now known as FIS (Fenton Intermediate School) is all but abandoned. The parking lot is cracked an in need of repair. Debris collects in the corner of the lots. Graffiti poses as art on the neglected building. There was rumor that this property would be developed into condominiums with medium to upscale shopping. After vacating the property, the developers must have had their second thoughts. This is such a prime location; it is a shame that it isn't being put to better use.
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This property across the street from what is now known as FIS (Fenton Intermediate School) is all but abandoned. The parking lot is cracked an in need of repair. Debris collects in the corner of the lots. Graffiti poses as art on the neglected building. There was rumor that this property would be developed into condominiums with medium to upscale shopping. After vacating the property, the developers must have had their second thoughts. This is such a prime location; it is a shame that it isn't being put to better use.
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Labels: City of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, video
Monday, October 22, 2007
Virtual Video Tour "The Eats of Fenton" Burger Battle #10 -- Legend's
Legend's Tavern & Pizzeria, located not far east off the Thompson Rd exit of US-23 has a real contender in their bacon cheeseburger for Burger Battle champion. Great value for the money and very tasty. The fries were nothing to write home about, but the burger can stand on it's own. We are also unsure why the mushroom and swiss burger was a dollar more than the bacon cheeseburger. If you're in the mood for a great burger, you won't go wrong at Legend's.
This is entry number ten 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.
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Burger Battle Ranking (to date):
#1 ... MoDoggie's
#2 ... Legend's
#3 ... Great Lakes Family Restaurant
#4 ... Lucky's Steak House
#5 ... Beal Street
#6 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#7 ... The Penalty Box
#8 ... Applebee's
#9 ... Burger King
#10 ... McDonald's
This is entry number ten 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 ... Legend's
#3 ... Great Lakes Family Restaurant
#4 ... Lucky's Steak House
#5 ... Beal Street
#6 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#7 ... The Penalty Box
#8 ... Applebee's
#9 ... Burger King
#10 ... McDonald's
Labels: Burger Battle, Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, video
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Virtual Video Tour "The Eats of Fenton" Burger Battle #09 -- Great Lakes Family Restaurant
Great Lakes Family Restaurant is a wonderful family diner with very reasonable prices, fast and friendly service. The Flame used to operate out of this location many years ago. We'd recommend adding their slaw and fries to your burger order for only $1.85 more. It's a lot of good food for the money.
This is entry number nine 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.
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Burger Battle Ranking (to date):
#1 ... MoDoggie's
#2 ... Great Lakes Family Restaurant
#3 ... Lucky's Steak House
#4 ... Beal Street
#5 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#6 ... The Penalty Box
#7 ... Applebee's
#8 ... Burger King
#9 ... McDonald's
This is entry number nine 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.
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Burger Battle Ranking (to date):
#1 ... MoDoggie's
#2 ... Great Lakes Family Restaurant
#3 ... Lucky's Steak House
#4 ... Beal Street
#5 ... Sagebrush Cantina
#6 ... The Penalty Box
#7 ... Applebee's
#8 ... Burger King
#9 ... McDonald's
Labels: Burger Battle, Eats of Fenton, Fenton Area Businesses, Fenton Video Tour, video
