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April 1, 2021 promotemi

A Hemingway Homecoming

While Ernest Hemingway frequented several places across the globe throughout his lifetime, Walloon Lake, Michigan, was a place he had roots in and returned to in his early years. His father and mother, Clarence and Grace (Hall) Hemingway first came to the Walloon Lake area in the late 1800s, building their beloved cottage, Windemere, which remains in the family to this day. Ernest was just three months old when he made his first trip to the area. He would return every summer, at least for a brief period of time, until his 1921 wedding to Hadley (Richardson) Hemingway. It was in Walloon Lake that the Nobel and Pulitzer prize-winning author discovered his love of writing, hunting and fishing.

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February 24, 2021 promotemi

Into The Wilderness: U.P. Retreat

Renovations take time, especially at a wonderfully historic resort that’s tucked into the woods of what many consider to be the most remote region of Michigan.

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January 4, 2021 promotemi

Lake Country Sipping

Sampling new varieties of wine is a refreshing way to enjoy a delightful Up North afternoon, especially when you’re surrounded by acres of vineyards and the backdrop of a scenic 113-acre nature preserve. Boyne Valley Vineyards, a small boutique tasting room nestled along U.S. 131 between Walloon Lake and Petoskey, offers a friendly new space to do just that.

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January 4, 2021 promotemi

Ale Trail Adventure

Some may think that the designation of “Beer City USA” is something new for Grand Rapids – the state’s second largest city. But beer has actually been brewing here since the late 1830s. Today, the Kent County region boasts about 40 breweries, with about a dozen currently in the greater downtown area.

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October 29, 2020 Dianna Stampfler

CHARACTER ASSASSINATION: Michigan’s Unknown Presidential Candidate

Dean Templeton was a lot of things. Above all, he was a character with a colorful yet often dark past.

Born in Flint, Michigan in 1921 to Ralph and Myrtle Templeton (the second of five children), Dean’s childhood was riddled with neglect, abuse, mental anguish and broken hearts. As an adult, he became consumed with the idea of running for President of the United States and began a cross-country, hitchhiking campaign which landed him in Washington state in 1975. It was there, Dean’s bid and his life abruptly ended at the hands of an assassin. Today, more than 45 years later, Dean’s murder remains unsolved.

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September 1, 2020 promotemi

A Ticket to Ride

In recent memory, cruising the crystal blue waters of Little Traverse Bay – hugged by the shoreline communities of Bay Harbor, Petoskey and Harbor Springs – has been limited to those who have access to a boat. Now, thanks to the community vision and historical reflection of the Little Traverse Bay Ferry Company, a new water taxi is bringing service back to the region.

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September 1, 2020 promotemi

Haunted Haute Cuisine

Dozens of Michigan restaurants acknowledge being “haunted,” but only a handful celebrate their spirited side by hosting dinners, tours and events that highlight their ghostly activities.

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June 2, 2020 promotemi

Enchanting Island Escape

Lake Michigan’s largest island is a haven for nature lovers and recreationalists seeking to paddle the shoreline, fish the inland lakes, pedal the gravel roads or simply enjoy an evening under the stars.

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June 1, 2020 promotemi

New Inn on the Block

It isn’t often that a new building is constructed on the ever-historic Mackinac Island…where Victorian-era cottages, homes and hotels fill the downtown streets and a few locales off the beaten path.

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June 1, 2020 promotemi

Now Serving…A Fine Dining Culinary Education

The Les Cheneaux Islands area of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is known for many things – most notably the 36 islands that dot the waters of Lake Huron. Yet, since 2014, Chef Zach Schroeder has been on a mission to put the small town of Hessel (population 865) on the map for another reason – as premier dining destination.

Petoskey Stone Celebrates 55 Years as Michigan’s State Stone

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May 27, 2020 promotemi

Petoskey Stone Celebrates 55 Years as Michigan’s State Stone

Most Michiganders (or Michiganians, depending on your preference) know that the Petoskey Stone is the state’s official “state stone”. But just how and when did that come to be?

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May 1, 2020 promotemi

Wright at Home in Grand Rapids

Perched on the northeast corner of Madison and Logan streets in the Heritage Hill District – behind a well-manicured bordering hedge – sits one of Grand Rapids’ most unique homes. This gem is known as the Meyer May House, after clothier Meyer May who in 1908 commissioned acclaimed Chicago architect Frank Lloyd Wright to design and build this 3,600-square-foot “Prairie Style” family dwelling.

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April 25, 2020 promotemi

Express Excursions

Paddling beneath the towering sandstone cliffs of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore just became a little easier after the new 64-foot Kayak Express hit the water last summer.