Lake Superior State University (LSSU) unveils its 2025 edition of the Banished Words List, a quirky tradition that has delighted word enthusiasts since 1976.Each year, this lighthearted list shines a spotlight on words and terms that are overused, misused or simply...
Ludington Voted “Best Historic Small Town” in America
Ludington landed the #1 spot among popular U.S. small towns (fewer than 25,000 people), such as Carmel-by-the-Sea, California; Breckenridge, Colorado and Moab, Utah. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print subscription and digital...
25 New Openings, Renovations & More on Mackinac Island in 2024
Voted the No. 1 Best Summer Travel Destination by USA TODAY 10Best readers, Mackinac Island has beckoned visitors to its shores for centuries. The 2024 season includes several highly anticipated grand openings and renovations, including the Milliken Nature Art Center,...
Join the Free Oscar Viewing Party at The State Theater
The State Theater & Bijou by the Bay have announced a free Oscars screening along with upcoming dates for Oscar-nominated movie screenings. Explore the exciting event details below. This is a web original article from the team at MyNorth Media and Traverse...
Traverse City Brothers Appearing on “Shark Tank” this Week
Two Traverse City brothers will be watched by millions this week on the business reality television series "Shark Tank." Tune in on November 18 to hear all about how their business ActionGlow is lighting up the local, and national, sports scene. This is a web original...
New Luxury Custom Cabinetry Showroom Opens in Bay Harbor
Bakes & Kropp, a luxury kitchen design and manufacturing company, is expanding to Bay Harbor.The new Northern Michigan showroom, which celebrated its grand opening on June 30, broadens the brand’s footprint in Michigan, joining its Plymouth showroom and its Mt....
Beards Brewery Opens Root Cellar & Releases Maple Sap Stout
Beards Brewery in Petoskey is packaging and distributing its crazy cool maple sap stout for the first time AND opening a brand new "Root Cellar" in the pub's basement. Read on for the full brew update:In its 10th year of business, Beards Brewery is offering a Limited...
Brengman Brothers Launches Culinary Program Led by Chef Loghan Call
Brengman Brothers Winery in Traverse City has announced a brand new culinary program helmed by Chef Loghan Call. Explore the new tapas menu and take a close-up look at some of these gorgeous, new dishes highlighting local ingredients.This is an official press release...
Short’s and Billy Strings Launch New Non-Alcoholic Hop Water
In collaboration with local, Grammy-award-winning musician Billy Strings, Short's Brewing Company has launched a non-alocholic sparkling hop water. Here are the details behind this Bellaire brewery's new drink, the Thirst Mutilator.Thirst Mutilator clocks in at 0...
Coveyou Farm in Petoskey Offers ‘Honors System’ Membership Program
For nearly 150 years, Coveyou Scenic Farm Market has provided Northern Michigan locals and visitors alike with fresh foods. Now, the Petoskey farm is offering a bold honors system program that allows members to take home as much produce as their household can eat.With...
‘Hamilton’ Cast Member to Star in Interlochen Shakespeare Festival
Grammy Award-winning Broadway performer Sydney James Harcourt, an original cast member of Hamilton, is set to star in Interlochen Center for the Art's Shakespeare Festival this July. Harcourt will play the title role in Othello.This is an official press release...
See the Towers Rise for SkyBridge Michigan at Boyne Mountain
Boyne Mountain Resort is building the world’s longest timber-towered suspension bridge. Check out photos and a video of the towers going up in Boyne Falls.SkyBridge Michigan, a 1,200-foot long suspension bridge being built at Boyne Mountain Resort in Boyne Falls,...
How Petoskey’s City Park Grill is Celebrating 25 Years
This May, City Park Grill turns 25! To celebrate this milestone, the Petoskey restaurant is hosting charitable events, new entertainment, nightly features, the 25th Annual Morel Mushroom Wine Dinner, giveaways and more throughout the month.This is an official press...
Music & Storytelling in Frankfort: Stories That Heal Community
A Benzie County community partnership addresses trauma and wellness through music and storytelling at Frankfort's Garden Theater and Oliver Center for the Arts.The Stories That Heal project comes to fruition this coming week in Frankfort as a unique community...
Short’s Brewing Buys Bellaire Inn for Employee Housing
Short's Brewing Company has purchased the Bellaire Inn to offer temporary housing for seasonal employees or full-time workers searching for a home. It's the brewery's first step in helping to address Northern Michigan's housing crisis.This is an official press release...
Traverse City Film Festival Returns in 2022 after a 2-Year Hiatus
After being postponed for two years due to the pandemic, Michael Moore just announced that the Traverse City Film Festival will return July 26–31, 2022.In an email newsletter to festival friends, Moore revealed that 40-plus movies will be shown over the course of six...
2022 Traverse Tastemakers of the Year Official Press Release
Traverse, Northern Michigan’s Magazine and MyNorth Media have announced the 2022 Traverse Tastemakers of the Year. Learn which six individuals were selected due to their innovation, talent and outstanding impact on the Northern Michigan food and beverage...
Alpine-Inspired Chalet Edelweiss Opens at Boyne Mountain Resort
Formerly known as Edelweiss Lodge, Boyne Mountain Resort in Boyne Falls has reopened the 35-room Chalet Edelweiss after extensive and luxurious renovations. Take a sneak peek at the rooms and learn how to make a reservation for your perfect Northern Michigan...
14 Traverse City Area Wineries Bring Home 82 National Awards
Traverse City wineries were well-represented at this year's San Francisco Wine Competition, bringing home 82 awards. Learn which 14 wineries earned honors including bronze, silver, gold, double gold and best in class for their Northern Michigan wines. This is an...
Two K Farms in Suttons Bay Named Best Cidery in United States
At this year's Dan Berger’s International Wine and Cider Competition, Two K Farms, located in Suttons Bay, was named the top cidery in the United States along with multiple other honors for their line of ciders.Internationally respected wine and cider judges awarded...