The Best Beaches in Traverse City MI 2017[Local Friday Features]

by Stephen Twomey | Apr 7, 2017 | Beaches, Local Friday Features, Traverse City |

Traverse City, (my favorite city in the world) lies on the shores of Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bays and is the largest city in the 21-county of Northern Michigan. If you are heading “Up North” and want to “explore some of Northern...

Things To Do In Jackson Michigan [Local Friday Feature]

by Stephen Twomey | Mar 31, 2017 | Local Friday Features |

Jackson sits along Interstate 94 in the south-central area of Michigan.  It is located about 40 miles west of Ann Arbor and 35 miles south of Lansing. Founded in 1829, the city was named after President Andrew Jackson. It has a population of around 160,248 residents....

Not leaving Michigan for spring break? These 5 ideas will keep your family entertained with staycation activities.

by Stephen Twomey | Mar 24, 2017 | Uncategorized |

With spring break on the horizon, families are beginning to plan activities that would be fun for the whole family. Children are excited to have a long-anticipated break from school while parents are looking forward to quality time with the family. However, with...

Winter Family Fun in Northern Michigan – Avalanche Bay and Great Wolf Lodge

by Stephen Twomey | Mar 17, 2017 | Local Friday Features |

Traveling to Northern Michigan in the winter provides ample opportunity for fun with the family. While the weather outside is often cold and blustery, indoor activities can allow the kids to get out some of that pent up energy. When you’re looking for vacation...

The Top Places To Ski In Northern Michigan|Family Friendly To Steeps [Local Friday Feature]

by Stephen Twomey | Mar 10, 2017 | Local Friday Features, Michigan, Skiing, Things To Do On Vacation |

Michigan is a premier destination for skiers of all ages. Besides being one of the most scenic states in the US, it has the second-greatest number of skiing areas in the country. All over Michigan, ski resorts don’t skimp on the thrills or the comfort. These...

Planning A Summer Getaway to Northern Michigan? Make Sure To Check These Beaches Out

by Stephen Twomey | Mar 3, 2017 | Beaches, Local Friday Features, Things To Do On Vacation, Traverse City |

If you’re planning a trip to Northern Michigan, you’re going to need to spend some quality time at the beautiful beaches that stretch across it’s shores. Whether you’re looking forward to a relaxing picnic in the sands or a bonfire party under...

Michigan Is Awesome. We Know It- And So Should You!

by Stephen Twomey | Feb 24, 2017 | Local Friday Features, Michigan |

Source: https://www.flickr.com/photos/fordschool/7243756584 From beautiful scenery, mouth-watering food, bubbly locales to fabulous gems and great lakes and the most beautiful beaches, these are just some of the few things that Michigan has to offer. If you are...

Micro Brew Festival Traverse City [Local Friday Features]

by Stephen Twomey | Feb 7, 2017 | Breweries, Local Friday Features, Michigan, Traverse City |

When is the 2017 MicroBrew Festival In TC? Saturday, February 11, 2017 3:00pm: Early Bird/Brew Guru gates open 4:00pm: GA gates open 9:30: Last call 9:45pm: Taps off 10:00pm: Closing Where is the Micro Brew Fest Location? Sara Hardy Farmer’s Market Parking Lots B...

You Need To Check Out These Restaurants In Lansing Michigan [Local Friday Features]

by Stephen Twomey | Feb 3, 2017 | Lansing, Local Friday Features, Michigan |

Welcome to Lansing. The Capital of Michigan. Lansing is a thriving town, with places and restaurants its people are proud to brag about. It is home to the Michigan State Spartans. And if I’m honest, I kind of like the MSU logo. Don’t tell my family. If you...

5 Best Breweries in Grand Rapids [Local Friday Features]

by Stephen Twomey | Jan 27, 2017 | Breweries, Lansing, Local Friday Features, Michigan |

Nicknamed Beer City, there’s a ton of competition as far as breweries in town are concerned. That being the case, there are many more worth trying out than what is discussed below. These are just our votes for the absolute best that Grand Rapids has to offer.  ...

5 Best Breweries in Detroit [Local Friday Features]

by Stephen Twomey | Jan 20, 2017 | Breweries, Detroit, Local Friday Features, Michigan |

The motor city has more than its fair share of breweries, so whittling down the top five is a bit of a challenge. Still, we did the hard work and based off of visitors’ reviews and our own personal experiences, we think we’ve come up with the five breweries in Detroit...

5 Best Breweries in Lansing [Local Friday Features]

by Stephen Twomey | Jan 13, 2017 | Breweries, Lansing, Local Friday Features, Michigan |

Lansing is one of those cities that always seems to be scratching at the surface of being a big city. Because of that, the scene there is an eclectic mix of places trying to be a big-city club and those attempting to be a small-town dive bar. Luckily, the breweries in...