In each issue of Total Local we are conducting gift card giveaways. Readers look for a hidden object in each issue and send in their answers to be entered into a gift card drawing. Several weeks after each publication is distributed, we will randomly select from the entries and award at least one lucky winner a $150 gift card to a local business or restaurant.
Then in the next issue of that publication, and on our community Facebook pages, we will feature the businesses that provide the $150 gift cards in the winners circle ad and in Facebook posts. Our gift card giveaways have been very popular with our readers, receiving an average of 100 entries per publication. Readers have also told us that they really enjoyed the activity and shared it with their family.
How to Participate
It’s so simple! If you are a local business in an area where we distribute a Total Local publication, contact us to provide a $150 gift card for your products or services. For providing a gift card, we will print your logo and call out your business in our message congratulating the winners. Then after we draw the winner, we will either mail them your gift card or give you their name and information and direct them to your location to receive their prize.
If you are a resident in an area where we distribute a Total Local publication, just find the hidden objects throughout the issue and either email it to us at info@totallocal.com or mail it to us at 118 W Oak St, Ste 202, Mason, MI, 48854. If you are a resident and have not received your Total Local publication, you can call us at 517-663-2405 or email us at info@totallocal.com to get yours.
A winner will be chosen at random from all correct entries and notified by phone or email, so don’t forget your contact information! We’ll publish the winner’s name online and in our next issue. Email your entry to info@totallocal.com or mail it to Total Local, 118 W Oak St, Ste 202, Mason, MI, 48854. Make sure to include your name, address, and phone number. No purchase necessary, must be 18 years or older to enter, and only one entry per person.
Answers and Winners
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Charlotte 2025-26 Hot Cocoa Hoopla. The answers were: page 4 to the left of the Eaton County Museum sign, page 22 in the bottom left corner of the Cornerstone Legal ad, and page 42 on top of the right most present near one of the elves.
And congratulations to the winner of the Charlotte Hot Cocoa Hoopla, C.S.! He won a $150 gift card to the Eaton Pub & Grille & Charlotte Brewing Co.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Mason Winter 2025-26 Hot Cocoa Hoopla. The answers were: page 10 in the foliage near the deer, page 34 on the GAR cannon, and page 45 in the Sam’s Physical Therapy ad.
And congratulations to the winner of the Mason Hot Cocoa Hoopla, Laura W.! She won a $150 gift card to Schwartz Family Market.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Grand Ledge Winter 2025-26 Hot Cocoa Hoopla. The answers were: page 9 in the foliage near the deer, page 24 by the City of Grand Ledge City Hall sign, and page 29 in the McLaren Grand Ledge ad.
And congratulations to the winner of the Grand Ledge Hot Cocoa Hoopla, Cortney M.! She won a $150 gift card to Log Jam.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Eaton Rapids 2025 Pumpkin Palooza. The answers were: page 7 on the table in front of the man in the white coat, page 16 by the painter’s can, and page 45 in the Misty Lane Farm ad.
And congratulations to the winner of the Eaton Rapids Pumpkin Palooza, Dannette H.! She won a $150 gift card to Darb’s Patio.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Grand Ledge Spring/Summer 2025 Flower Frenzy. The answers were: page 13 on the back of a camping chair, page 19 in the Harry O’Culp Insurance Agency ad, and page 29 in the Misty Lane Farm ad.
And congratulations to the winner of the Grand Ledge Flower Frenzy, Linda F.! She won a $150 gift card to The Collective.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Mason Spring/Summer 2025 Flower Frenzy. The answers were: page 9 on the right of the students, page 12 next to the annual duck race, and page 29 in the Misty Lane Farms ad.
And congratulations to the winner of the Mason Flower Frenzy, Charlie B.! They won a $150 gift card to Bad Brewing Co.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Manchester 2025 Pinwheel Palooza. The answers were: page 12 in the painter’s bucket, page 16 by some wood construction, and page 30 in front of the Manchester Area Historical Society building.
And congratulations to the winner of the Manchester Pinwheel Palooza, Kathy B.! She won a $150 gift card to River Raisin Distillery.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Chelsea 2025 Pinwheel Palooza. The answers were: page 5 on the bench of the community hearth rendering, page 10 in the painter’s bucket, and page 43 on the roof of the Armstrong Enterprises ad.
And congratulations to the winner of the Chelsea Pinwheel Palooza, Heidi R.! She won a $150 gift card to Lola Clothing and Accessories!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Dexter 2025 Pinwheel Palooza. The answers were: page 8 in-between two seniors on the left of the groundbreaking for the Senior Center, page 12 in the painter’s bucket, and page 35 on the roof in the Armstrong Enterprises ad.
And congratulations to the winner of the Dexter Pinwheel Palooza, Christine M.! She won a $150 gift card to 3Bird!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Mason Winter 2024-25 Gifts Galore Giveaway. The answers were: page 10 on the table with the blue chairs, page 22 on the floor by the painter’s foot, and page 26 on the sand by the orange bucket.
And congratulations to the winner of the Mason Gifts Galore Giveaway, Vivian C.! She won a $150 gift card to Schwartz Family Market!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Grand Ledge Winter 2024-25 Gifts Galore Giveaway. The answers were: page 15 on the railing in the Harry O’Culp Agency ad, page 22 on the floor by the painter’s foot, and page 26 on the sand by the orange bucket.
And congratulations to the winner of the Grand Ledge Gifts Galore Giveaway, Pam L.! She won a $150 gift card to Meat on the West Side.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Leslie 2024 Pumpkin Palooza. The answers were: page 7 under the Micro Armor tent, page 16 on the light blue Jeep, and page 36 on the porch.
And congratulations to the winner of the Leslie 2024 Pumpkin Palooza Giveaway, Michele W.! She won a $150 gift card to Boss Cider!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Charlotte 2024 Beach Ball Bonanza. The answers were: page 9 by the stairs, page 18 above the preserved spider, and page 28 on the metal tree.
And congratulations to the winner of Charlotte Beach Ball Bonanza Giveaway, Shelley D.! She won a $150 gift card to Reflections Boutique!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Mason Summer 2024 Beach Ball Bonanza. The answers were: page 13 on the sheet metal being welded, page 33 next to the cooked lamb, and page 38 in the road by the large crowd of people.
And congratulations to the winner of the Mason Beach Ball Bonanza Giveaway, Al R.! He won a $150 gift certificate from the Mason Area Chamber of Commerce to use at participating businesses.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Grand Ledge Summer 2024 Beach Ball Bonanza. The answers were: page 10 by the tape measure, page 22 by the water tower and page 44 next to the lamb on the cutting board.
And congratulations to the winner of Grand Ledge Beach Ball Bonanza Giveaway, Laura V.! She won a $150 gift card to Grand Ledge’s Tap House Boutique.