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The Shelley Irwin Show

The 79th annual GR Boat Show opens today

By Shelley Irwin

Published February 14, 2024 at 11:04 AM EST

Show Manager Ben Nielsen discusses the event.

The 79^th annual GR Boat Show opens today, this long standing event featuring Twiggy the Skiing Squirrel, multiple boat dealers on site, plus the Antique Boats on site. Show Manager Ben Nielsen discusses the particulars, reminding us that Michigan ranks #3 nationally for new boat and accessory sales.

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Shelley Irwin

Shelley Irwin is the host and producer for The Shelley Irwin Show, a news magazine talk-show format on the local NPR affiliate Monday through Friday. The show, broadcast at 9 a.m., features a wide variety of local and national news makers, plus special features.

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