Sarahbeth Ramsey | Author

What We Wish Visitors Knew about Leelanau County

June 10, 2023

Leelanau County is home to destinations like Empire, Northport, Leland, and Suttons Bay. The county is even more popular for its picturesque views, including rows of vineyards, stunning waterways, and historic storybook towns. The county’s crown jewel, Sleeping Bear Dunes National L... Read More >>

Sunshine and Summer Jobs

May 13, 2023

Some jobs are made for summertime. Whether you’re slinging ice cream cones or trimming golf course greens, blue skies and sunshine feel like something of a workplace requirement. (Or at least a pretty good perk.) Here, we talk with four folks whose careers take off when the temperat... Read More >>

3 Ways to Celebrate Galentine’s Day

Feb. 4, 2023

Ah, Galentine’s Day. The time of year when we make plans with our gal pals for relaxation, entertainment, and the swapping of stories. The holiday was coined by the indomitable Leslie Knope, Amy Poehler’s character on Parks and Recreation, as a way to celebrate female... Read More >>

Your Winter Gear and Garb Shopping Guide

Dec. 17, 2022

From fashionable to functional, athleisure to athletic, we’ve rounded up the top local gear and clothing picks of the season with some help from The Outpost of Manistee and Northbound Outfitters of Grayling. Just don’t sit by the fire and read for too long: Both stores say not... Read More >>

The Sustainable Farming Solution

Nov. 12, 2022

The Grand Traverse Conservation District (GTCD) is on a mission to change the fate of the local farming industry through its newest program, the Great Lakes Incubator Farm (GLIF).

Farming is currently facing a litany of challenges—from droughts and worker shortages to the ri... Read More >>