Streetcar Partners Management, LLC has purchased a controlling interest in New Mission Organics and Michigan Hop Alliance, leading innovators in Michigan hop farming based in Omena, Michigan. The two entities will be merged and retain the name Michigan Hop Alliance under the Streetcar umbrella of companies.

Fall is the perfect time for pumpkin and harvest (fresh hopped) ales, and there are many different kinds for you to explore this weekend. Harvest ales are some of my very favorites, and many of them feature local Michigan Hops – for those of you interested in more exploration of Michigan Hops, I highly encourage you to pop over to the Michigan Hop Alliance tent, which is full of information and will be pouring multiple Michigan-hopped harvest ales for your enjoyment.

Summer is quickly coming to a close and it’s time to make plans for fall celebrations! The Blues & Brews Festival is back for the second year and promises to be one of southeast Michigan’s premiere autumn events. Guests who act fast will receive a special offer with their ticket purchase. The 2 Annual Blues & Brews Festival is scheduled for October 19, 2013 from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at The Pavilion, 115 Toledo Street, in beautiful downtown Adrian, Michigan.