10 ideal Michigan winter getaways
Let’s face it, even to those who love it, winter takes a toll. Cold air whipping across your face, mounds of snow to remove, and ice threatening to trip us up, are just a few of the drawbacks to this time of year. They are also among the many reasons why we sometimes need to take a pause and enjoy the splendor of the season. Here
10 Michigan eateries receive James Beard nominations
There is perhaps no more prestigious honor in the restaurant world than to be acknowledged by the James Beard Foundation. Today, there are several chefs and restaurants in Michigan with reason to celebrate. The foundation has announced its list of Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists, and Michigan, particularly Detroit, is well-represented. National Semi-finalists Outstanding Restaurant: Selden Standard, Detroit Nestled at the corner of 2nd Avenue and
Warm your winter with Michigan’s best porters and stouts
Longer, darker days seem to be a good time to enjoy slow-sipping darker beers like porters and stouts. Winter is less about an ice cold, refreshing beer, and more about coziness and comfort. Fear not, even a novice beer drinker can likely find a porter or stout they will enjoy. We’ve identified some of Michigan’s best porters and stouts as a taste-testing guide. First, you may
10 destinations for your Michigan bucket list
There’s a new year upon us, which presents an opportunity for some exciting travel goals. Fortunately, Michigan is a state that is ripe with opportunity. Whether you live in the state and want to go exploring, or are traveling from afar, these unique destinations are so spectacular, they should be on any traveler’s bucket list. Here are ten places in Michigan everyone should visit at least
8 great ways to be an active part of Buy Michigan Now
The year was 2007, and Michigan’s economy was decimated. People were losing jobs left and right. Businesses were folding. Homes were being foreclosed upon. I wanted to do something to help, but wasn’t sure what. Eventually I took a trip to South Africa that changed everything. Afterwards, I decided to start paying attention to where my dollars were going, and attempted to inspire others to do
Fun fall reads by Michigan authors
Whether this time of year gives you the urge to get your spook on, dive into a mystery, or just curl up with an easy read, Michigan authors have got you covered. Michigan's Haunted Lighthouses by Dianna Stampfler  If you've ever talked with one of the volunteer lighthouse keepers at a beacon around our state, then chances are high that they've told you a ghost