Locals Lake Leelanau secures permits;

re-opening full-time Friday

After a year of hardship, Locals Lake Leelanau has officially cleared all hurdles and obtained all permits to serve and distill alcohol, along with its smoke barbecue and more.

“I have no problem sharing this with the world, but it’s totally God’s timing. I learned so much through the process. Looking at the last year and some of the challenges we had, that’s even motivated me more with everything I’ve learned,” West said. “Some people would say ‘that’s crazy talk’, but it’s the truth. In just the last few months, I knew we were getting closer. I could feel even the energy with my staff and me pick up. This is the momentum we need.”