Home + Design

Built for Lake Life

Creating a lakefront home is about family, legacy, and building the place everyone wants to come home to Article by Lindsey Dodge | Photography by Meg Dula and Provided by Riemco Design + Build In Michigan, lake living is more than a summer pastime. It’s a homecoming.   It’s the smell of sunscreen and wet towels, the sound of kids running barefoot through the house, the long days that begin on the water and end around a firepit. It is Fourth of July weekends, cousins piled into bunk rooms...

Sports + Recreation

Connection Through Nature

How the Border-to-Border Trail is bringing people, communities, and nature together across Washtenaw County — and the challenge of completing its most complex final miles Article by Maria Karpiel Connectivity. It’s a word we use often, and yet, somewhere along the way its meaning has shifted. We think of it in terms of Wi-Fi signals and constant reachability, as if being accessible at all times means we are truly connected.   But we know better.   Real connection doesn’t come from a...

Life + Culture

Books to Take You Away

Whether you're packing a novel for a cross-country road trip or indulging in armchair travel from the comfort of home, these books curated by the team at Literati are sure to transport you Article by Rebecca Voigt Country People  By Daniel Mason (Random House) Pulitzer Prize finalist Daniel Mason dials up the humor in his latest book,  Country People , about a family from California relocating to rural Vermont. Hilarity ensues when the husband and father, Miles, on his 12th year...

Arts + Culture

Our Sidewalks, His Canvas

David Zinn transforms overlooked sidewalks into fleeting moments of magic, inviting us to pause, look down, and simply be present Article by Maria Karpiel | Photography by David Zinn and Misty Bergeron Have you ever seen one in person? You’re looking down at your phone, late for a lunch meeting, or maybe you’re grumbling about traffic or parking or your to-do list, and then — you see it. A burst of bright color. A whimsical creature staring back at you from an Ann Arbor sidewalk. You’re not...

Life + Culture

Off the Beaten Path

Exploring Michigan’s hidden gems with Pure Michigan Vice President Kelly Wolgamott Article by Kelly Wolgamott | Photography by Provided by Pure Michigan Beach Days and Culinary Excellence in New Buffalo Michigan is full of hidden gems, and when it’s time for a summer beach day, the sandy shores of New Buffalo offer a perfect lakeside escape. Stroll the Lake Michigan beaches and browse the chic boutiques in the lively downtown. For dinner, make a reservation at PostBoy to experience the...

Home Services

Beyond the Sidelines

In a town where "Game Day" is a season of its own, the demand for sophisticated hosting spaces in Ann Arbor has reached new heights. While traditional living rooms have their charm, a new trend is emerging among homeowners who prioritize connection and celebration: the dedicated entertainment pavilion. A prime example is this gorgeous project by Rochman Design Build—a pool house that also serves as a masterclass in versatile design.A Legacy of TrustThis project holds a special place in our...

Food + Beverage

The Culture Keepers

The team behind Blimpy’s next chapter, preserving its spirit while ensuring it thrives in Ann Arbor for generations to come Article by Maria Karpiel | Photography by Stacy Anderson It’s a rare feat when a business becomes a true cultural experience. The kind of place you want a T-shirt from not because it’s fashionable, but because it represents something far better, a kind of counterculture, a badge of having been there.   It’s not something you can set out to create. It must be earned...

Arts + Culture

A Summer of Surprise and Delight

The A2SF is a living, breathing manifestation of the city’s unique culture Article by Emily Klimas | Photography by Doug Coombe In Michigan, we put a lot of expectations on our summers, eager to take advantage of every activity before the fleeting season slips away. And on a warm June evening in Ann Arbor, that urgency transforms into something distinctly communal. As golden-hour settles over the city, something special begins to stir — a vibrant tapestry of sound and light that seems to rise...

Life + Culture

Home Run

Get to know MLB Network sportscaster Jon Paul Morosi’s local roots and global storytelling Article by Jon Paul Morosi Golden Memories My family heritage traces back to a village of 3,000 people outside Milan, so the 2026 Winter Olympics were “hometown” Games for us. My wife, Alexis, and I brought our three daughters to Italy for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in a place that is dear in our hearts.   Storytelling in 9 Innings I’m fortunate that baseball has provided me opportunities to...

Sports + Recreation

Play the Game Smarter

Barton Hills’ Golf Pro Eric Emmel on the simple adjustments that can transform your game Article by Maria Karpiel | Photography by Evan Schiller Tucked just minutes from downtown, but somehow feeling miles away, is Barton Hills Country Club, home to one of Ann Arbor’s most iconic and storied golf courses. Designed by legendary architect Donald Ross and shaped by more than a century of play, it's a course that demands thoughtful strategy and rewards precision at every turn.   From August...