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How a Michigan man became a WWII veteran of two countries

With this being the month of November, I thought it appropriate to write an article about a hometown veteran. To me, the story of Joseph Beyrle is made for Hollywood. Joe was an American soldier who was given accolades by both the United States and the Soviet Union. He was a hero who deserves to have his

How a Michigan man became a WWII veteran of two countries2020-03-04T14:40:02-05:00

5 ways to support military heroes past and present

More than 2,000 Michiganders are actively serving in the military today, and 658,469 of our neighbors are veterans, according to the US Department of Veteran Affairs. They deserve our gratitude and support. Here are some simple ways you can express your gratitude this month and throughout the year. Schedule a Pickup Spring is an excellent time to

5 ways to support military heroes past and present2020-03-04T14:40:23-05:00

Buy Michigan Now announces attractions for 4th annual fall fest in Jackson

(Livonia, October 17, 2018) – Buy Michigan Now (BMN) is getting ready to host its 4th Buy Michigan Now Fall Fest presented by American 1 Credit Union. It is set at the Jackson County Fairgrounds on Saturday, October 27. The event celebrates and promotes Michigan-based businesses. ā€œWe’re excited return to Jackson to provide area residents with a

Buy Michigan Now announces attractions for 4th annual fall fest in Jackson2021-08-20T23:08:44-04:00

7 spooktacular Michigan destinations

October in Michigan is about more than cider and corn mazes, when we embrace fear in its many forms. From the abundance of scary movies on TV to the costume shops in every other strip mall, to the haunted houses that seem to pop up in most towns…it is obvious that Halloween is right around the corner.

7 spooktacular Michigan destinations2020-03-04T14:41:32-05:00

Experience Eastern Market’s new palette of colors

Long known as a palate-pleaser, Detroit’s Eastern Market is now pleasing to palettes of a much different kind. Over the past four years, an astounding visual transformation has been taking place in the historic district. It is already worth a visit, as one of the oldest and largest year-round markets in the country. Now, it is also

Experience Eastern Market’s new palette of colors2022-09-08T16:59:02-04:00

Cadillac headquarters to return to Motor City

Following a trend of ongoing good news for Detroit’s automotive sector, Cadillac is relocating its headquarters to the Motor City, or more accurately, to Warren. News of the decision wasĀ first reported by the Wall Street Journal, and has since been confirmed. GM’s luxury brand moved its headquarters to New York City four years ago. While the move

Cadillac headquarters to return to Motor City2020-03-04T14:42:31-05:00

5 scrumptious ways to drink your apples

It’s apple harvesting season, and there’s nothing quite like biting into one of these sweet, crispy fruits of fall. That is of course, unless you take advantage of one of the many other scrumptious ways to drink in all that flavor. About half of the more than 20 million Michigan apples harvested each year, are processed into

5 scrumptious ways to drink your apples2020-03-04T14:42:58-05:00

Corridor Sausage lands in Kroger stores

Chefs Will Branch and Zachary Klein first met in what is now known as Midtown in Detroit, but back then the area was more commonly known as ā€œCass Corridor.ā€ Thus, when the two decided to team up and start making sausage, it seemed only natural to name their company Corridor Sausage. The pair has come a long

Corridor Sausage lands in Kroger stores2020-03-04T14:43:13-05:00

Scotty O’Hotty Wicked Boneless Wings

Whether it's for tailgating during football season, partying for Halloween, or just feeding the family, you can hardly go wrong when Wicked Hot Wings are on the menu--especially when Scotty O'Hotty is bringing the heat.Wicked Hot Wings - - Chicken Wings: Boneless chicken breasts, Vegetable or canola oil, Drake's Crispy Fry Mix, Water, Wicked Hot Sauce: Butter,

Scotty O’Hotty Wicked Boneless Wings2020-07-29T09:51:33-04:00

This year’s design house has unprecedented star power

It’s almost time for anotherĀ Designer’s Show House. The biennial event always draws throngs of people eager to see a stunning home, with new twists contrived through the creative genius of some of the region’s top interior designers. This, the twenty second home, has star power attached like none before. The original owners were Charles and Sarah Fisher,

This year’s design house has unprecedented star power2020-03-04T14:43:36-05:00

Design, innovation & manufacturing to be focus of Detroit Homecoming

Some of them lived here decades ago, for others it has just been a couple of years. Some lived right in Detroit, others grew up in the ā€˜burbs. They are diverse in years, backgrounds, ethnicities, yet they have three very important things in common: 1. They have become successful in their chosen professions; 2. They consider the

Design, innovation & manufacturing to be focus of Detroit Homecoming2020-03-04T14:43:57-05:00

Founders to offer bottles of popular MF Donkey Stout

One of my favorite occurrences is when two great Michigan companies partner together to create a unique and exceptional product. Such is the case with the collaboration between Grand Rapids neighbors, Founders Brewing Company and Ferris Coffee & Nut, that resulted in the production of MF Donkey Stout. The product has been around a well-received for a

Founders to offer bottles of popular MF Donkey Stout2020-03-04T14:44:15-05:00

Everlong

Pairing hard ciders with some quality spirits and fresh ingredients can result in the perfect cocktail, so say our friends at Blake's Hard Cider Co., and they are right! This delectable creation is perfect for a fall evening. Visit the tasting room at Blake's to discover their wide variety of flavor profiles, and you might just be

Everlong2018-09-07T09:25:09-04:00

URC contributes $18.7 billion to Michigan’s economy

"Silicon Valley" is not just a comedy on HBO, it's a term that has become synonymous with technology, research, and innovation. It's derived from the San Francisco Bay area in northern California, where a Stanford University professor encouraged his students to start their own electronics companies in the area instead of joining established firms in the east.

URC contributes $18.7 billion to Michigan’s economy2020-03-04T14:44:32-05:00

Uncle Ray’s to remain official potato chip of Minor League Baseball

Minor League Baseball fans may need to change these familiar lyrics, ā€œTake me out to the ball game, take me out to the park, buy me some peanuts and cracker jack, I don’t care if I never get back,ā€ to include Uncle Ray’s chips. The league announced yesterday that it has renewed its partnership with Detroit-basedĀ Uncle Ray'sĀ as

Uncle Ray’s to remain official potato chip of Minor League Baseball2020-03-04T14:45:02-05:00

Eastern Market Sour

This scrumptious cocktail was created by Cole Levy at Detroit City Distillery, which is nestled in a quaint pocket of Detroit's famous Eastern Market. Coles says, "The drink was inspired by breakfast: what is a great, brunchy cocktail that isn't a bloody mary, mimosa, screwdriver, etc? It warms your soul without being overly sweet! The smell from

Eastern Market Sour2018-09-07T09:22:35-04:00

Los Angeleno recommends her BMNFest favorites

I'm sitting on a plane, listening to the list of snack options being presented to me by my American Airlines attendant, turning them all down, knowing I have something with me that's even better.Ā Ā Rosted Spicy Crunchy Lentils. Otherwise known as My Latest Obsession. Have you had these things? They are crunchy, spicy, tasty goodness in a snack-sized

Los Angeleno recommends her BMNFest favorites2020-03-04T14:34:42-05:00

Michigan wine competition serves up top prizes

Winemakers and oenophiles from both peninsulas gathered yesterday for the state’s ultimate celebration of fermented grapes in their many forms. The Gold Medal Reception for the Michigan Wine Competition was held at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center on the campus of Michigan State University. Guests at the annual event were invited to experience the best Michigan

Michigan wine competition serves up top prizes2020-03-04T14:35:06-05:00

Ford announces new Detroit-based autonomous vehicle company

Last month Ford Motor Company made headlines around the nation with its purchase of the Michigan Central Station. As the rehabilitation of the once abandoned, yet beloved building, is underway, talk has turned to what else the company has in store for its Corktown campus. Some of that speculation has been answered with the announcement today that

Ford announces new Detroit-based autonomous vehicle company2020-03-04T14:45:42-05:00

Detroit auto show moving from January to June

In many ways, it's difficult to imagine January in Detroit without journalists and aficionados from around the world descending upon the Motor City to investigate, contemplate, and celebrate the automotive industry. Yet, in 2020, January will move over and make way for June to play host to a completely reinvented North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). The

Detroit auto show moving from January to June2020-03-04T14:36:16-05:00

$100,000 Awarded to ten healthy food enterprises

Michigan is fortunate to have the resources to grow an abundance of healthy foods. Yet, residents of the state, particularly in urban areas, do not always have access to that bounty. In its latest effort to make healthy food more accessible, the Michigan Good Food Fund recently awarded $10,000 to each of ten conscientious food enterprises throughout

$100,000 Awarded to ten healthy food enterprises2020-03-04T14:36:34-05:00
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