Kourtney Newton

April 23, 2026

Trip to State Wrestling Tournament in Michigan

Cole and I ended up making a last-minute trip to Michigan to watch my nephews wrestle at their state tournament, and I’m really glad we went.

On the way there, we stopped at an antique store (very on-brand for Cole). Of course he couldn’t leave empty-handed and ended up finding …

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Aug. 4, 2025

4th Annual Shenandoah Shendig BBQ Competition Recap

The annual Shenandoah Shendig BBQ Competition brought the heat (literally), filling the air with the mouthwatering smell of smoked meats, good times, and plenty of friendly competition.

Friday night kicked off with Taster’s Choice, and wow, did the pitmasters bring their A-game. We tried it all: juicy chicken wings …

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July 18, 2025

Back to MI for the Fourth!

Fireworks, Family and Fun!

There's nothing quite like going home.

Over the Fourth of July, I made the trip back to Michigan to spend some much-needed time with family. It was everything I needed and more. We kicked things off at the Hillsdale County Fairgrounds for their Fourth of …

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May 14, 2025

Spring Break in Michigan

Family Fun in Traverse City- Our Great Wolf Lodge Adventure

 

We took a much-needed trip back to Michigan to spend time with family, and it turned out to be the kind of getaway that fills your heart (and your camera roll). Our destination? The always-fun Great Wolf Lodge in …

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May 7, 2025

My Journey through Real Estate School

Long Weeks, Big Goals, & Passing on the First Try

 

Getting into Real Estate was a big decision- but one I was fully ready to take on. The process started with a 60-hour real estate course that ran from March 6th to March 23rd. Every Friday from …

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