August 22, 2026

Ready, Set, Locals Summer! Tourist hot spots become local haunts once more

Ooh La La, Chez Amie

New restaurant marks the return of Eric Fritch’s French-inspired dining to Traverse City
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Late Summer Paddles

Avoid the tourist flotillas and enjoy a peaceful day on the water this August
There’s nothing quite like a … Read More >>

Food Insecurity Doesn’t Take a Summer Break

How local organizations keep families fed when school’s out
While many people associate food … Read More >>

July Up North: A Recap

How the 100th Cherry Festival, the semiquincentennial, and the wildfire smoke affected tourism during the busiest month of the year
When it comes to tourism … Read More >>

The Sounds of September

10 NoMi concerts to add to your calendar
Labor Day may signal the … Read More >>

Little Treats: Sustainability Edit

12 good-for-you, good-for-the-planet purchases for under $20
After a long day, a … Read More >>

Feature

Paddle for the Platte

Are you really a northern Michigander if you’ve never paddled or floated down the Platte? For those of us who love this iconic river, there’s a way to give back on Friday, Aug. 28. …

Aug. 22, 2026 |

Dining

Providence Farm’s Baja Whitefish Tacos

The menu at Central Lake’s Providence Farm is ever-changing. The seasons—and the bounty of the land itself—dictate what’s being served for breakfast and lunch at this certified organic farm. So we can’t promise that …

Aug. 22, 2026 |

Opinion

A New Plan for Money Out of Politics in Michigan

Regardless of how you define yourself politically, almost everyone has a visceral negative reaction when they hear the c-word: corruption. However, it’s important to figure out exactly what we mean by “corruption.” Many of …

Aug. 22, 2026 |

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