July 2, 2026

100 Years of Cherries: A look back at some of the biggest moments in Cherry Festival history

Long Live the Cherry Queen

Celebrating a century of royalty
From the sun drenched sidewalks … Read More >>

Traverse City’s One and Only Raw Bar

Umbo opens in May, gets settled in June, and plans to expand to dinner in July
It’s been described as the … Read More >>

Summer at the Museum

The Dennos rolls out new exhibits (and a new look)
It’s a big year for … Read More >>

10 Ways to Spend Your Fourth of July Weekend in Northern Michigan

Festivals, farmers markets, foot races, and so much more!
Do you like to spend … Read More >>

Meet Old Mission’s Jim Truck

This veteran turned horse trainer turned painter shares the story of his 81 years
College football player. Vietnam chopper … Read More >>

Cherry Festival: Cherry Lover’s Edition

Foodie fun at the festival
The National Cherry Festival can … Read More >>

Feature

Fourth of July Fireworks Up North

With Fourth of July just around the corner, folks will be flocking to shows across northern Michigan. True pyrotechnic fanatics will want to hunker down in Mackinaw City, where you can expect weekly Saturday …

June 27, 2026 |

Dining

The Good Bowl’s Dim Sum

Leave yourself room—both timing and stomach-wise—when you roll into The Good Bowl for Sunday Dim Sum. That’s because seating can be at a premium on this popular restaurant day. But once you’ve got a …

June 27, 2026 |

Opinion

Skip the Drive-Through, Hit the Street

Food truck season is upon us. Glorious glorious summer food. From Manistee to Marquette and plenty of places in between, we are dining alfresco, and washing it down with local offerings of beer, wine, …

June 27, 2026 |

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Wanna Bet?

If you’d like to make a wager on just about anything, you now have ample opportunity to do so. You can go to a local c… Read More >>

The Little Fleet’s No Proof, All Fun

This summer, we’re bringing the beach party vibes—and the probiotics!—with the No Proof, All Fun mocktail … Read More >>

Art in the Park in Frankfort

Mineral Springs Park in downtown Frankfort is about to turn into an outdoor art gallery on July 4 from 10am-4pm! Part of Fra… Read More >>

Stuff We Love: Dunes and Dogs

Last November, Lawrence (Larry) Boyd IV, a Traverse City parking services employee, was shot and killed on the job. But his … Read More >>