Style + Beauty

Modern Queens

Pioneers make way for the new femocracy. a brave new world of style. Photography by Darrel Ellis THE DETAILS Produced and styled by Margaret Meyer Haight. Photographed on location at Troy Historic Village , where 11 preserved historic buildings offer a glimpse into 19th- and early-20th-century life in the heart of Troy. Thank you also to villagers Alex Konieczny (blacksmith), Laura Boeberitz and Jolie Saul. Troyhistoricvillage.org; 248-524-3570. Hair and makeup by Sydney Wilson, Tricho...

Shopping

Style Gets Schooled

Old-school charm meets modern attitude. Article by Lynne Konstantin | Photography by Darrel Ellis THE DETAILS Photographed on location at the One Room Schoolhouse at Troy Historic Village , offering a glimpse into 19th- and early-20th-century local life (troyhistoricvillage.org). Wardrobe courtesy of Guys N Gals , West Bloomfield (shopguysngals.com). Hair by Lisa Volis; makeup by Josline Adam, Tricho Salon , Twelve Oaks Mall, Novi. Since 2003, Tricho Salon & Spa has grown to five...

Education

Creating Pathways

Baker College’s program transforms the non-traditional student’s undergrad degree from a four-year commitment into an attainable milestone. Article by Jennifer Lovy Adam Mayhew, the executive dean at Baker College, didn’t follow the usual path to higher education. Instead of heading straight to college after high school, he joined the Army, gaining real-world experience and consequently earning 12 credits toward his undergraduate degree, which he completed in his 30s.  Mayhew, who is now...

Food + Beverage

Bone Appetit

Our favorite Fido-friendly spots in Troy. Article by Cindy Stewart Craving a bite out, but don’t want to leave your pooch at home? There are plenty of dog-friendly restaurants and hotels in and around Troy that will welcome your four-legged companion.    DraftKings Sports & Social is a pet-friendly restaurant and bar in Troy that welcomes pups on their outdoor patio. Their menu features traditional pub fare with a twist, with items such as Korean nachos, crab cake sandwiches, spicy tuna...

Education

Head of the Class

Meet three stunning local grads who’ve excelled in athletics or earned top marks. Article by Lynne Konstantin ADDISON COSGROVE   HIGH SCHOOL Troy Athens High School AGE 17 CITY OF RESIDENCE Troy COLLEGE ATTENDING IN THE FALL Wayne State University SPORT Softball ACCOLADES Warrior Award for Academic Achievement; Athletic Scholarship; Scholar Athlete Award; Senior Scholar Athlete Award; 1st Team All District Catcher; 1st Team All OAA League Catcher; Hilite International...

Sports + Recreation

Family Fun Takes Flight

End the summer on a high note with Legacy Ballooning. Article and Photography by As summer starts to wind down, Michigan skies are heating up — literally. For those looking to end the season on a high note, Legacy Ballooning offers an unforgettable experience above the treetops, where sunsets stretch for miles and adventure takes flight. Based in Troy and flying out of the Milford and South Lyon areas, Legacy Ballooning (legacyballooning.com) is Michigan’s only female-owned and operated hot...

Local Services

Best in Show

Premier Pet Supply built a local empire on personal service and quality goods. Article by Jennifer Lovy | Photography by Simran Bajwa Ordering pet food and supplies online is so fast and convenient that it’s easy to forget there are other ways to shop. Mike Palmer, owner of Premier Pet Supplies, doesn’t discourage online shopping. He offers it, too (premierpetsupply.com).  However, the heart of his business model lies in something the internet can’t provide: a highly personalized shopping...

Local Services

To Defend & Uphold

This July, we celebrate a Marine veteran and his lifelong commitment to doing what’s right. Article by Linda Ditch Patrick Stemmler is a straight shooter. Whether in his work for his United Restoration Disaster Services (URDS) clients or for insurance companies and contractors in his newest endeavor, United We Restore appraisal services, he’s not afraid to fight for what is best and ethical for those who hired him — and those around him.  After working for a large national contractor...

Travel

Paradise Found

Travel writer Cindy Stewart explores the natural beauty of the Galapagos Islands. Article by Cindy Stewart I’ve always had a bucket list of dream destinations — Alaska, Hawaii, the Caribbean, Italy. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to visit them all, plus many more spectacular places. But when the opportunity arose to travel to the Galapagos Islands for a yoga retreat, even though I wasn't sure I could place them on a map, I jumped at it. Flying first to South America, then to the middle...

Professional Services

A Different Kind of Game

A former pro-golfer uses the game to build business. Article by Todd Haight | Photography by Darrel Ellis Bob Krause might seem like a golf pro who never left the course — but he’s actually more than that. As Business Development Advisor for Trion Solutions, Krause has turned his passion for golf into a powerful tool for business development and relationship building. His story is not just about fairways and birdies — it’s a lesson in connection, trust and the simple magic of spending a few...